Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings, 48th Match

DCDC
05 May - 19:30
IPL 2026
CSKCSK
Delhi
Arun Jaitley Stadium
198
31
17
DC
DC
155/7 (20.0)
DC chose to BAT
CSK
CSK
159/2 (17.3)
CSK won by 8 wickets (with 15 balls remaining)

Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings: Key Facts

When was Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings played?
Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings, the 48th Match of Indian Premier League, was played on 5 May 2026, 7:30 pm IST.
Where was Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings played?
The match was played at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, India.
What format is Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings?
It is a T20 match in Indian Premier League.
Who won the toss in Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings?
DC Elected to bat first
Who won Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings?
CSK won by 8 wickets (with 15 balls remaining)
What is the average score at Arun Jaitley Stadium?
The average first-innings score in T20 matches at Arun Jaitley Stadium is 172 and the average second-innings score is 173, based on 5 matches.
What is the pitch report for Arun Jaitley Stadium?
Bishop: “It’s always fascinating here at Arun Jaitley Stadium and two teams featuring tonight are desperate for two points. So, standing on this surface in nice cool climate, it’s 66m to my left and 60m to my right. 73m down the ground. I have got Eoin Morgan with me. Let’s look at the strip and give me your ideas on how it’s going to play out.” Morgan: “It’s good to be here. We had a bit of...
DC vs CSK IPL 2026 Match Preview: Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI & Pitch Report

Published on May 03, 2026

DC vs CSK IPL 2026 Match Preview: Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI & Pitch Report

The Indian Premier League action continues as Delhi Capitals take on Chennai Super Kings in a crucial T20 encounter. Both teams have secured 4 wins each this season and are desperate to build momentum and climb the leaderboard. With massive rewards on the line in your fantasy contests, this match promises high octane cricket. Read on for our expert Dream11 Prediction, Pitch Report, and the ultimate Fantasy Winning Team strategy.

Match Details

  • Match: Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings
  • Date: 05 May 2026
  • Time: 19:30 IST
  • Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

Live Streaming & Broadcast Details

Catch all the live action of this IPL clash on:

  • JioHotstar(App + Website)
  • Star Sport Channels

Weather Report

Delhi will experience hot and dry conditions with temperatures around 38 degrees Celsius. The Dew factor will play a massive role in the second innings, making chasing easier. The Rain impact is zero, ensuring a full game.

Pitch Report & Venue Stats

The Arun Jaitley Stadium offers a flat batting deck with short boundaries. The Average score here is a massive 198 runs. Looking at the Pace vs spin dominance, pacers have claimed 31 wickets compared to just 17 wickets for spinners in the last five games. The Pitch Report clearly indicates a high scoring thriller where top order batters will dominate.

Team Form & Head to-Head

Delhi Capitals

  • Last 5 matches: W/L/L/L/W
  • Recent performance: Bounced back with a solid win, looking to capitalize on home conditions.
  • Head to-head record: 3 wins against CSK.

Chennai Super Kings

  • Last 5 matches: W/L/W/L/W
  • Recent performance: Alternating between wins and losses but boasting a deep batting lineup.
  • Head to-head record: 5 wins against DC.

Injury Updates & Player Availability

  • Ayush Mhatre, Khaleel Ahmed, and Nathan Ellis are Injured or unavailable.
  • Ben Duckett remains Doubtful for this fixture.
  • The rest of the core players are Fully fit and ready to go.

Probable Playing XI (Both Teams)

Delhi Capitals

KL Rahul, Pathum Nissanka, Nitish Rana, Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel, David Miller, Abishek Porel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mitchell Starc, Mukesh Kumar, T Natarajan

Chennai Super Kings

Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube, Sarfaraz Khan, Jamie Overton, Urvil Patel, Anshul Kamboj, Akeal Hosein, Noor Ahmad, Matt Henry, Mukesh Choudhary

Key Players to Watch

  • KL Rahul: Leading the run charts for his team with 433 runs. His current form makes him a must have.
  • Sanju Samson: Smashed 315 runs so far. His aggressive role at the top is perfect for this venue.
  • Anshul Kamboj: A lethal weapon with the ball, picking up 17 wickets this season.
  • Jamie Overton: Provides massive all round value with 136 runs and 10 wickets.
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Fantasy Picks

Small League Safe Picks

  • KL Rahul
  • Sanju Samson
  • Ruturaj Gaikwad

Mega League Differential Picks

  • Tristan Stubbs: High strike rate and can turn the game in the death overs.
  • Noor Ahmad: A risky but rewarding pick if the pitch offers any grip.

Match Prediction / Outlook

We predict a Chennai Super Kings victory. Despite the home advantage for Delhi Capitals, the all round depth and superior head to-head record give the visitors a slight edge in this T20 showdown.

Disclaimer

Always check Final Playing XI and Toss updates before locking your fantasy team.

IPL 2026 DC vs CSK players T20 past performance, current series performance, projected points and selection percentage.

PlayerBattingBowlingSeries PerformanceLineup selectionMatch Performance
Name
T
R
S
M#BatInnNORunsHSAvgSR50+4/6BowlInnWkOvAvgEcoSR4wBestC/St
M
A. Pt
Pts
Run
Wk
DT
P
S%
C
VC
iDt
#
PTS
Bat
Bowl
Field
Shivam DubeCSKALL⚡230LHB2015943989530.97146.1618551RM122872.228.79.2218.603/471938.7348150144.4526.110.931.35250000
Akeal HoseinCSKBOWL✅301LHB1456413005516.04114.631135SLA2852803.525.547.2121.295/1161468.82752625720.430.821.22✅6620508
Ruturaj GaikwadCSKBAT✅165RHB15919533912338.13139.3243713OB000-82953.2479245022.2278.129.359.8718224014
Sameer RizviDCBAT⚡51RHB421010449032.62139.016136OB000-14947.7429209033.31516.10.961.07✅3846808
Prashant VeerCSKALL⚡15LHB1262024333.66150.74030SLA10123.318.756.8116.503/74333.310049033.3135.90.140.2310000
Kuldeep YadavDCBOWL✅201LHB62353083511.482.79028LWS1952513.621.37.6116.7115/1744935.63209744.41044.630.921.7227030
Pathum NissankaDCBAT✅187RHB1826509211928.93133.438684000-58855.6445209050273.277.888.51✅11413700
Kartik SharmaCSKBAT✅23RHB2226297131.45149.4484000-4636216112016.7423.20.921.43✅2877108
Anshul KambojCSKBOWL✅55RHB27181531917134.21018RM55763.320.928.8414.114/2315982.7744391777.8975.913.155.012111016
Dewald BrevisCSKBAT✅161RHB14816384016229.09152.1919520LB25192.121.317.5716.802/1985637.722664033.3547.192.213.142012008
Auqib NabiDCBOWL⚡39RHB1951553211.07113.97017RM39433.425.278.118.724/16113618400120.680.010.01450000
Karun NairDCBAT✅179RHB16417374911125.5135.7325505OB1141.3257.0521.201/27111313500312.491.391.1817252100
Sarfaraz KhanCSKBAT⚡111RHB8823167810025.81141.848234LB200.76.750-46848.6389161050163.40.150.2360000
Jamie OvertonCSKALL✅220RHB1525120288320.07154.331260RF172181325.218.9216.945/47125881.56521361075687.055.117.113350310
KL RahulDCWK✅253RHB24036871815242.73138.73811114000-128998.3885433066.7189.5428.3215.38123620012
Sanju SamsonCSKWK✅354RHB33740904511930.45139.95651205NA110.548301/4219974.1667315033.3187.6421.5218.11✅117115500
Nitish RanaDCBAT✅220LHB20921534710728.44137.137752RM,OB,LB81512.123.967.3319.514/1761766.1463202042.9567.735.236.4616272300
Mukesh ChoudharyCSKBOWL✅44LHB96341111.3397.1405LM44563.424.699.1116.224/337347.71430366.71014.360.410.61✅7520408
T NatarajanDCBOWL✅113LHB8610355000LM1121173.629.638.720.414/1928925.12261511.11116.390.380.592320-20
Noor AhmadCSKBOWL✅228RHB7629302206.42102.02032LWS2232563.623.697.5318.885/1151946.141510944.4860.251.212.49✅4700660
Axar PatelDCALL✅336LHB2437437537022.2134.569433SLA3252933.427.27.1722.714/21147943.238931866.7679.473.245.35✅8502440
Mitchell StarcDCBOWL✅164LHB5832227298.7390.8018LF1612283.720.718.0115.565/3562111611603100969.113.875.111913090
David MillerDCBAT⚡584LHB5311761243512035.02138.67571453OB30110.330-351834.6277123025164.910.20.23350000
Abishek PorelDCWK⚡61LHB59615908130151.8611233000-2115050300100141.220.140.12340000
Lungi NgidiDCBOWL✅193RHB4628116136.4482.26010RFM1882413.421.888.2715.885/3935744.63123757.1826.370.771.37✅10460420
Vipraj NigamDCALL⚡33RHB1942443916.26157.41037LB32343.124.888.4617.603/208425.81031220131.130.060.06290000
Matthew ShortCSKALL⚡175RHB16915455612129.58145.2832596OB120812.326.487.912025/2297233.56736050140.610.060.06240000
Urvil PatelCSKWK✅64RHB644155411925.9181.118254000-582377428050334.442.442.714332900
Gurjapneet SinghCSKBOWL✅23RHB64107562.501LMF23253.529.89.2519.303/1885341700340115.280.150.19✅9490378
Ashutosh SharmaDCBAT✅62RHB531012778429.69176.139190NA542.128.7510.9515.702/2213347.314258066.7713.440.470.6615302600
Tristan StubbsDCBAT✅200RHB1795841728034.47140.717460OB27111.635.278.812402/6124948.6437219055.6449.692.272.94✅5625400
Completed matches of Delhi Capitals
Teams
Date
Venue
Bat First
Bat Second
Inning 1
Inning 2
Winner
01 Apr - 07:30 PMLucknowLucknow Super GiantsLSGDelhi CapitalsDC141/10 (18.4)145/4 (17.1) DC won by 6 wickets (with 17 balls remaining)
04 Apr - 03:30 PMDelhiMumbai IndiansMIDelhi CapitalsDC162/6 (20.0)164/4 (18.1) DC won by 6 wickets (with 11 balls remaining)
08 Apr - 07:30 PMDelhiGujarat TitansGTDelhi CapitalsDC210/4 (20.0)209/8 (20.0) GT won by 1 run
11 Apr - 07:30 PMChennaiChennai Super KingsCSKDelhi CapitalsDC212/2 (20.0)189/10 (20.0) CSK won by 23 runs
18 Apr - 03:30 PMBengaluruRoyal Challengers BengaluruRCBDelhi CapitalsDC175/8 (20.0)179/4 (19.5) DC won by 6 wickets (with 1 ball remaining)
21 Apr - 07:30 PMHyderabadSunrisers HyderabadSRHDelhi CapitalsDC242/2 (20.0)195/9 (20.0) SRH won by 47 runs
25 Apr - 03:30 PMDelhiDelhi CapitalsDCPunjab KingsPBKS264/2 (20.0)265/4 (18.5) PBKS won by 6 wickets (with 7 balls remaining)
27 Apr - 07:30 PMDelhiDelhi CapitalsDCRoyal Challengers BengaluruRCB75/10 (16.3)77/1 (6.3) RCB won by 9 wickets (with 81 balls remaining)
01 May - 07:30 PMJaipurRajasthan RoyalsRRDelhi CapitalsDC225/6 (20.0)226/3 (19.1) DC won by 7 wickets (with 5 balls remaining)
05 May - 07:30 PMDelhiDelhi CapitalsDCChennai Super KingsCSK155/7 (20.0)159/2 (17.3) CSK won by 8 wickets (with 15 balls remaining)
08 May - 07:30 PMDelhiDelhi CapitalsDCKolkata Knight RidersKKR142/8 (20.0)147/2 (14.2) KKR won by 8 wickets (with 34 balls remaining)
11 May - 07:30 PMDharamsalaPunjab KingsPBKSDelhi CapitalsDC210/5 (20.0)216/7 (19.0) DC won by 3 wickets (with 6 balls remaining)
17 May - 07:30 PMDelhiRajasthan RoyalsRRDelhi CapitalsDC193/8 (20.0)197/5 (19.2) DC won by 5 wickets (with 4 balls remaining)
24 May - 07:30 PMKolkataDelhi CapitalsDCKolkata Knight RidersKKR203/5 (20.0)163/10 (18.4) DC won by 40 runs
Completed matches of Chennai Super Kings
Teams
Date
Venue
Bat First
Bat Second
Inning 1
Inning 2
Winner
30 Mar - 07:30 PMGuwahatiChennai Super KingsCSKRajasthan RoyalsRR127/10 (19.4)128/2 (12.1) RR won by 8 wickets (with 47 balls remaining)
03 Apr - 07:30 PMChennaiChennai Super KingsCSKPunjab KingsPBKS209/5 (20.0)210/5 (18.4) PBKS won by 5 wickets (with 8 balls remaining)
05 Apr - 07:30 PMBengaluruRoyal Challengers BengaluruRCBChennai Super KingsCSK250/3 (20.0)207/10 (19.4) RCB won by 43 runs
11 Apr - 07:30 PMChennaiChennai Super KingsCSKDelhi CapitalsDC212/2 (20.0)189/10 (20.0) CSK won by 23 runs
14 Apr - 07:30 PMChennaiChennai Super KingsCSKKolkata Knight RidersKKR192/5 (20.0)160/7 (20.0) CSK won by 32 runs
18 Apr - 07:30 PMHyderabadSunrisers HyderabadSRHChennai Super KingsCSK194/9 (20.0)184/8 (20.0) SRH won by 10 runs
23 Apr - 07:30 PMMumbaiChennai Super KingsCSKMumbai IndiansMI207/6 (20.0)104/10 (19.0) CSK won by 103 runs
26 Apr - 03:30 PMChennaiChennai Super KingsCSKGujarat TitansGT158/7 (20.0)162/2 (16.4) GT won by 8 wickets (with 20 balls remaining)
02 May - 07:30 PMChennaiMumbai IndiansMIChennai Super KingsCSK159/7 (20.0)160/2 (18.1) CSK won by 8 wickets (with 11 balls remaining)
05 May - 07:30 PMDelhiDelhi CapitalsDCChennai Super KingsCSK155/7 (20.0)159/2 (17.3) CSK won by 8 wickets (with 15 balls remaining)
10 May - 03:30 PMChennaiLucknow Super GiantsLSGChennai Super KingsCSK203/8 (20.0)208/5 (19.2) CSK won by 5 wickets (with 4 balls remaining)
15 May - 07:30 PMLucknowChennai Super KingsCSKLucknow Super GiantsLSG187/5 (20.0)188/3 (16.4) LSG won by 7 wickets (with 20 balls remaining)
18 May - 07:30 PMChennaiChennai Super KingsCSKSunrisers HyderabadSRH180/7 (20.0)181/5 (19.0) SRH won by 5 wickets (with 6 balls remaining)
21 May - 07:30 PMAhmedabadGujarat TitansGTChennai Super KingsCSK229/4 (20.0)140/10 (13.4) GT won by 89 runs
Completed matches at Arun Jaitley Stadium
Teams
Date
Bat First
Bat Second
Inning 1
Inning 2
Winner
04 Apr - 03:30 PMMumbai IndiansMIDelhi CapitalsDC162/6 (20.0)164/4 (18.1) DC won by 6 wickets (with 11 balls remaining)
08 Apr - 07:30 PMGujarat TitansGTDelhi CapitalsDC210/4 (20.0)209/8 (20.0) GT won by 1 run
25 Apr - 03:30 PMDelhi CapitalsDCPunjab KingsPBKS264/2 (20.0)265/4 (18.5) PBKS won by 6 wickets (with 7 balls remaining)
27 Apr - 07:30 PMDelhi CapitalsDCRoyal Challengers BengaluruRCB75/10 (16.3)77/1 (6.3) RCB won by 9 wickets (with 81 balls remaining)
05 May - 07:30 PMDelhi CapitalsDCChennai Super KingsCSK155/7 (20.0)159/2 (17.3) CSK won by 8 wickets (with 15 balls remaining)
08 May - 07:30 PMDelhi CapitalsDCKolkata Knight RidersKKR142/8 (20.0)147/2 (14.2) KKR won by 8 wickets (with 34 balls remaining)
17 May - 07:30 PMRajasthan RoyalsRRDelhi CapitalsDC193/8 (20.0)197/5 (19.2) DC won by 5 wickets (with 4 balls remaining)
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