RCB beat DC at home by 23 runs
In a highly anticipated clash, Delhi Capitals (DC) will take on the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the Match 50 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 on Saturday, May 6 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. The encounter is expected to be a thrilling affair, as both teams battle it out to stay in contention for a spot in the playoffs.
RCB, currently sitting at fifth place on the IPL points table, cannot afford to slip up in this match if they hope to keep their playoff dreams alive. Their last meeting with DC saw them emerge victorious by a commanding 23-run margin.
The Faf du Plessis-led side will be hoping to replicate that performance and maintain their winning momentum following their recent 18-run win over the Lucknow Super Giants. RCB will be relying heavily on the batting prowess of their captain du Plessis, Virat Kohli, and Glenn Maxwell to lead the charge with the bat. The trio will be looking to put on a masterclass and pile on the runs to secure a crucial win for their side.
Meanwhile, DC's batting unit has been struggling in the absence of their skipper Rishabh Pant. Prithvi Shaw, Phil Salt, Rilee Rossouw, Manish Pandey, Priyam Garg, and Sarfaraz Khan have all failed to deliver consistent performances throughout the tournament. With the ball, however, the DC bowlers have been impressive, with Anrich Nortje and Axar Patel leading the charge, ably supported by veteran pacer Ishant Sharma.
The David Warner-led side’s recent win against table-toppers Gujarat Titans will give them a much-needed confidence boost heading into this crucial match. However, they will need to improve their batting if they hope to emerge victorious against the RCB.
DC vs RCB, Team Form Guide (most recent first)
Delhi Capitals: W-L-W-W-L
Royal Challengers Bangalore: W-L-W-W-L
DC vs RCB, Must Picks
Delhi Capitals
David Warner
IPL 2023 Stats: 308 runs in 9 innings
Recent Form: 2 runs in 2 innings
Venue Record: 885 runs in 32 innings
Axar Patel
IPL 2023 Stats: 7 wickets in 9 matches
Recent Form: 1 wicket in 2 matches
Venue Record: 11 wickets in 14 matches
Royal Challengers Bangalore
Virat Kohli
IPL 2023 Stats: 364 runs in 9 innings
Recent Form: 85 runs in 2 innings
Venue Record: 428 runs in 9 innings
Harshal Patel
IPL 2023 Stats: 11 wickets in 9 matches
Recent Form: 1 wicket in 2 matches
Venue Record: 12 wickets in 8 matches
DC vs RCB, Risky Picks
Delhi Capitals
Philip Salt
IPL 2023 Stats: 64 runs in 4 innings
Recent Form: 59 runs in 2 innings
Venue Record: First IPL Match
Anrich Nortje
IPL 2023 Stats: 7 wickets in 8 matches
Recent Form: 1 wicket in 2 matches
Venue Record: First IPL Match
Royal Challengers Bangalore
Dinesh Karthik
IPL 2023 Stats: 99 runs in 9 matches
Recent Form: 38 runs in 2 innings
Venue Record: 636 runs in 28 matches
Wanindu Hasaranga
IPL 2023 Stats: 7 wickets in 6 matches
Recent Form: 3 wickets in 2 matches
Venue Record: First IPL Match
DC vs RCB, Top Captain or Vice-captain choices
David Warner
Amidst the inconsistency plaguing the team, one batsman has stood out as a shining beacon of hope - David Warner. The Australian southpaw has been a consistent performer for the Capitals, notching up four half-centuries and shouldering the bulk of the team's scoring responsibilities.
Despite the team's struggles, the Capitals can take heart from the fact that Warner has a history of performing well against their upcoming opponents, the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). Furthermore, the match being held in Delhi may play to Warner's strengths and aid him in putting up yet another impressive performance with the bat.
Faf du Plessis
Faf du Plessis has been nothing short of a revelation. Displaying exceptional skills with the willow in hand, the right-handed batsman has amassed an impressive 466 runs in just nine matches, propelling himself to the top of the run-scoring charts.
In addition to his staggering tally of runs, du Plessis has also registered an impressive five half-centuries, showcasing his consistency and class. The South African veteran’s performances have been absolutely outstanding which makes him a top choice for the captain’s spot.
Glenn Maxwell
Glenn Maxwell has been showcasing his exceptional power-hitting skills, leaving a trail of destruction in his wake. The dynamic cricketer has amassed an impressive 262 runs in just nine matches, displaying an incredible strike rate of 183.22.
Alongside seasoned campaigners, Faf du Plessis and Virat Kohli, Maxwell has been a key contributor to the bulk of the Royal Challengers Bangalore's (RCB) run-scoring efforts. Notably, the former Delhi Capitals player is well aware of the conditions at play and is poised to make a significant impact in the upcoming match.
DC vs RCB, Team for Head-to-Head/Small League Contests
DC vs RCB, Match 50 : Team for Head-to-Head contests ( Powered by Cricket Exchange)
Wicketkeeper: Philip Salt
Batters: David Warner, Faf du Plessis, Virat Kohli
All-rounders: Axar Patel, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Wanindu Hasaranga
Bowlers: Anrich Nortje, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Siraj
Captain: David Warner
Vice-Captain: Glenn Maxwell
DC: 5 Players, RCB: 6 Players
DC vs RCB, Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand League Contests
DC vs RCB, Match 50: Team for Winner Takes All contests and Grand League (Powered by Cricket Exchange)
Wicketkeeper: Philip Salt, Dinesh Karthik
Batters: David Warner, Rilee Rossouw, Faf du Plessis, Virat Kohli
All-rounders: Axar Patel, Glenn Maxwell
Bowlers: Anrich Nortje, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Siraj
Captain: Faf du Plessis
Vice-Captain: Axar Patel
DC: 5 Players, RCB: 6 Players
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