In the 32nd match of IPL 2025, Delhi Capitals will be locking horns with Rajasthan Royals. It will be an interesting affair as both teams struggled in their last match. Delhi Capitals are focusing on their batting overall, while Rajasthan Royals will be looking to fix their lineup. We can’t forget Karun Nair’s heroics in the last match, and it will be compelling to see how he performs today against the Rajasthan Royals. Let’s look at the predicted playing XI for Delhi Capitals.
Faf du Plessis to be out?
It seems like Delhi Capitals’ vice captain, Faf du Plessis, has sustained an injury that will keep him out for a while, so he will be unavailable for this match. As a result, Abhishek Porel will be opening the batting along with Jake Fraser-McGurk.
KL Rahul has settled into the number 4 batting position for Delhi Capitals and will not open the innings even if Faf is out. He will be coming in at number 4 and will lead the charge in the middle order.
Karun Nair to play the match?
After his heroics in the last match, where Karun Nair stepped up for the team and played a crucial 87-run knock against Mumbai Indians, it seems likely that he will be playing this match and getting another opportunity.
Who will be impact sub for DC?
If Delhi Capitals bowl first, then Karun Nair will be the impact substitute. Meanwhile, if they bat first, then Mukesh Kumar is likely to come in as the impact sub, provided everything goes as planned.
Delhi Capitals predicted playing XI vs Rajasthan Royals
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Jake Fraser-McGurk | Batsman |
| Abishek Porel | Batsman |
| KL Rahul (w) | Wicketkeeper-Batsman |
| Karun Nair | Batsman |
| Tristan Stubbs | Batsman |
| Axar Patel (c) | All-Rounder / Captain |
| Ashutosh Sharma | All-Rounder |
| Vipraj Nigam | Batsman |
| Mitchell Starc | Bowler |
| Mohit Sharma | Bowler |
| Kuldeep Yadav | Bowler |
