Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings will face each other in Match 35 of IPL 2026 at Arun Jaitley Stadium on April 25. This match is important for both teams as one is fighting for consistency while the other is dominating the tournament.
Match Details
| Match | DC vs PBKS |
|---|---|
| Tournament | IPL 2026 |
| Match No. | 35 |
| Date | 25 April 2026 |
| Venue | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| Time | 3:30 PM IST |
Delhi Capitals have had a mixed season so far. They have won 3 out of 6 matches and are currently in sixth place. They started well but lost momentum after a recent defeat.
Punjab Kings are in excellent form. They are unbeaten in the tournament with 5 wins and 1 no-result. They are currently at the top of the points table.
Head-to-Head Record
Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings have played close contests over the years.
| Team | Wins |
|---|---|
| Delhi Capitals | 17 |
| Punjab Kings | 17 |
One match ended with no result, making the rivalry very balanced.
Top Run Scorers in DC vs PBKS
| Player | Runs |
|---|---|
| Shreyas Iyer | 351 |
| David Miller | 322 |
| KL Rahul | 233 |
| Prithvi Shaw | 213 |
These players have performed well in past matches between the two teams and could again play a key role.
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Top Wicket Takers in DC vs PBKS
| Player | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Axar Patel | 20 |
| Kuldeep Yadav | 9 |
| Vipraj Nigam | 2 |
| Harpreet Brar | 2 |
Axar Patel has been the most successful bowler in this matchup.
Team Form
| Team | Matches | Wins | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Capitals | 6 | 3 | 6 |
| Punjab Kings | 6 | 5 | 11 |
Delhi Capitals are trying to get back on track, while Punjab Kings are looking to continue their winning run.
Key Match Insights
Axar Patel has been very effective against Punjab Kings. He has taken 11 wickets in 9 matches, making him a key player in this game.
Cooper Connolly has been the top scorer for his team this season with 223 runs in 5 innings. He has provided stability at the top.
Priyansh Arya has also impressed with his aggressive batting. He has scored 211 runs at a very high strike rate of 248, giving quick starts to his team.
Final Thoughts
This match looks like a close contest. Punjab Kings have the advantage with better form, but Delhi Capitals have a strong record at home and can bounce back.
Fans can expect an exciting game as both teams look to strengthen their position in IPL 2026.
