After losing to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Delhi Capitals (DC) are set for back-to-back home games as they welcome defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to the Arun Jaitley Stadium for Match 48 of IPL 2025 on Tuesday.
This will be the first meeting between these two sides this season, and both teams will be eager to bounce back after underwhelming recent outings.
The Capitals haven’t quite made their home ground a fortress, having lost two of their three matches in Delhi so far. Unlike last year, the surfaces at Arun Jaitley Stadium have been more challenging for batters, offering grip and turn that’s tested even the best strokemakers. DC will be hoping to adapt quickly and push for a top-two finish rather than merely scrape through to the playoffs.
KKR’s last game was washed out, handing them just a solitary point. Before the rain came, their bowlers were once again on the receiving end of a 200-plus score. But it’s not just the bowling—batting inconsistencies have plagued the reigning champions throughout the season. Rovman Powell, who featured in the last match, is expected to retain his spot against his former side. KKR will need a complete team effort to topple the Capitals.
Pitch Report
The pitch used in DC’s last fixture against RCB was slow and dry, offering plenty for the spinners. If similar conditions persist, another low-scoring battle could be on the cards—putting a premium on control and middle-over pressure.
Weather Report
Clear skies are expected with no rain in sight. The temperature will hover between 25–30°C, though humidity levels are expected to be high, which could test the players’ endurance.
Head-to-Head
KKR lead the overall head-to-head with 18 wins to DC’s 15. However, DC have edged out their rivals in recent years, winning three of the last five encounters since 2022.
Match Prediction
If the pitch remains on the slower side, KKR’s spin attack could come into play in a big way. Given their quality in that department, the Knight Riders might just have the edge over a DC side still trying to figure out the conditions at home.
Where to Watch
Live coverage will be available on the Star Sports Network, and the match can be streamed on the JioCinema app and website.