PBKS VS DC Match 66 Preview & Dream11 Prediction IPL 2025
1. Match Details
• Match: Punjab Kings (PBKS) vs Delhi Capitals (DC) – Match 66
• Date: Saturday, 24 May 2025
• Time: 7:30 PM IST
• Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
• Live Telecast & Streaming: Star Sports Network & JioCinema
• Tournament: Indian Premier League 2025
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2. Pitch Report – Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
The pitch at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium traditionally favors batters early on with true bounce and a quick outfield. However, as the game progresses, spinners come into play, especially in the second innings. The average first-innings score here in IPL 2025 has been around 165-175 runs.
• Ideal Strategy: Bat first and defend
• Expected Total: 170+ should be a fighting score
• Spinners and medium pacers will be effective in the second innings
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3. Weather Report
• Temperature: Around 32°C during match hours
• Humidity: Approximately 40-45%
• Rain: No chances of rain – clear skies expected
• Dew Factor: Dew may come into play in the second innings, assisting chasing teams
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4. Head-to-Head Record
• Total Matches Played: 32
• PBKS Wins: 15
• DC Wins: 17
• Last 5 Matches:
• PBKS: 2 wins
• DC: 3 wins
• Last Encounter: DC won by 5 wickets
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5. Key Players to Watch
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
• Shreyas Iyer (C) – The experienced top-order batter has anchored PBKS’s innings multiple times this season.
• Azmatullah Omarzai – A reliable all-rounder capable of turning the match with both bat and ball.
• Arshdeep Singh – Key death bowler for PBKS who can break partnerships.
• Marcus Stoinis – A match-winner with both bat and ball, particularly dangerous on slower surfaces.
Delhi Capitals (DC)
• Axar Patel (C) – Captain and spin all-rounder, crucial with ball in middle overs and handy with the bat.
• Faf du Plessis – The veteran opener remains a key threat in the powerplay.
• Kuldeep Yadav – In excellent form, can be lethal on Jaipur’s dry track.
• Mustafizur Rahman – Left-arm pace option with cutters and slower balls made for Jaipur.
6. Probable Playing XIs
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
1. Harnoor Singh
2. Shreyas Iyer (C)
3. Nehal Wadhera
4. Josh Inglis (Wk)
5. Marcus Stoinis
6. Azmatullah Omarzai
7. Harpreet Brar
8. Marco Jansen
9. Arshdeep Singh
10. Yuzvendra Chahal
11. Xavier Bartlett
Impact Players: Prabhsimran Singh, Kuldeep Sen, Aaron Hardie, Mitchell Owen
Delhi Capitals (DC)
1. Faf du Plessis
2. KL Rahul (Wk)
3. Tristan Stubbs
4. Sameer Rizvi
5. Axar Patel (C)
6. Donovan Ferreira
7. Ajay Mandal
8. Kuldeep Yadav
9. Mustafizur Rahman
10. Dushmantha Chameera
11. Mukesh Kumar
Impact Players: Abishek Porel, Karun Nair, Darshan Nalkande, Mohit Sharma
7. Dream11 Fantasy Prediction
Wicketkeepers:
• KL Rahul (VC)
• Josh Inglis
Batters:
• Shreyas Iyer (C)
• Faf du Plessis
• Tristan Stubbs
All-rounders:
• Marcus Stoinis
• Axar Patel
• Azmatullah Omarzai
Bowlers:
• Arshdeep Singh
• Kuldeep Yadav
• Mustafizur Rahman
Captain: Shreyas Iyer
Vice-Captain: KL Rahul
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8. Final Match Prediction
Both teams have had an up-and-down season, but this match is crucial for playoff contention. PBKS has a solid mix of youth and experience, and their batting depth is a strength. However, DC has a slightly better head-to-head record and a more settled bowling unit for Jaipur conditions.
Toss will be key – the chasing team may hold an advantage due to dew.
Prediction:
If PBKS bats first and scores 170+, they could defend it with their spin attack. However, if DC bats second, their experienced top order and bowling lineup may help them clinch victory.
Winner Prediction: Delhi Capitals (Slight Edge)
