Delhi Capitals vs Kolkata Knight Riders, 48th Match Pitch Report - Match Overview & Playing XI | Indian T20 League

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28 April 2025 | 01:13PM
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The 48th match of the 2025 Indian T20 League will see Delhi Capitals (DC) taking on Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on April 29, 2025, at 07:30 PM. This match is crucial for both teams as they look to make a strong push towards the playoffs. Delhi Capitals, with a solid batting lineup led by Faf du Plessis and KL Rahul, will be looking to set a challenging target. Their middle order, including Harry Brook and Karun Nair, will need to provide stability and acceleration. With bowlers like Mitchell Starc and Kuldeep Yadav, DC's bowling attack will aim to restrict the opposition. Kolkata Knight Riders, led by an explosive top order featuring Ajinkya Rahane and Venkatesh Iyer, will aim to chase any target set by DC. Their all-rounders, including Moeen Ali and Sunil Narine, will play a crucial role in both batting and bowling. The KKR bowling attack, with the likes of Andre Russell and Varun Chakravarthy, will look to challenge DC's batters and restrict their scoring. The DC vs KKR live score will be closely followed as both teams battle it out for valuable points in this exciting contest.


Delhi Capitals vs Kolkata Knight Riders, 48th Match Details

Series

Indian T20 League

Match

Delhi Capitals vs Kolkata Knight Riders

Date & Time

29 April 2025, 07:30 PM

Venue

Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

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Delhi Capitals vs Kolkata Knight Riders, 48th Match Weather Condition

01:00 pm

Cloud

25%

Humidity

29%

Wind

19.1 km/h

16.4

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Partly cloudy

Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

Arun Jaitley Stadium Pitch Report

Pitch Condition

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Batting Condition

Average

Pace Bowling

Average

Spin Bowling

Average

Pace vs Spin on Venue

(Last 10 match)

The pitch at Arun Jaitley Stadium is typically known for offering a good balance between bat and ball. The surface usually provides bounce and carry for fast bowlers in the early stages, while spinners find some assistance in the middle overs. As the match progresses, the pitch becomes easier to bat on, making it a high-scoring venue, especially in the second innings. The outfield is fast, which aids boundaries. Dew could play a factor in the second innings, making it slightly challenging for bowlers to grip the ball. Overall, the pitch should offer a competitive contest, with both teams having opportunities to perform in different phases of the game.

Delhi Capitals Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Kolkata Knight Riders Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Venue Scoring Pattern

Avg 1st Innings

169

X

150

Avg 2st Innings

Highest Total

266-7 by SRH vs DC

X

44-2 by SRH vs DC

Lowest Total

Highest Chased

219-6 by CSK vs MI

X

118-4 by KXIP vs DC

Lowest Defended

Matches Won
Batting First

43

48%
|
52%
Bowling First

47

Delhi Capitals vs Kolkata Knight Riders, 48th Match Squad

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Delhi Capitals Probable XI :

Faf du Plessis, Karun Nair, KL Rahul, Harry Brook, Ashutosh Sharma, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Sameer Rizvi, Tristan Stubbs, Abishek Porel, Tripurana Vijay, Madhav Tiwari.

Kolkata Knight Riders Probable XI :

Ajinkya Rahane, Manish Pandey, Rovman Powell, Rinku Singh, Venkatesh Iyer, Ramandeep Singh, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Quinton de Kock, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Moeen Ali, Sunil Narine.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the DC vs KKR match promises to be an exciting affair with both teams having key players capable of turning the game. Delhi Capitals will rely on their strong batting lineup and experienced bowlers, while Kolkata Knight Riders will look to counter with their explosive batting and versatile all-rounders. The match will be decided by which team adapts better to the conditions and executes their strategies effectively. Expect a thrilling contest filled with big moments, boundaries, and wickets. Fans can stay tuned to the DC vs KKR live score for all the latest updates from this high-stakes encounter.