Published on: Apr 27, 2026 10:30 am IST | Updated on: Apr 27, 2026 10:57 am IST
After a serious heartbreak in their last outing at the hands of table-toppers Punjab Kings, the Delhi Capitals will next host the reigning champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in the nation’s capital. Delhi Capitals’ home venue hasn’t been a happy hunting ground so far this season, as they have managed only one win and lost two here this season. Despite putting up a record 264 on the board in the last game, Delhi failed to defend the total and ended up losing their 4th match of this season. Bengaluru, on the other hand, would be out for vengeance after losing to this very opposition in the reverse fixture at home. They are the defending champions and are placed second on the points table. The team has played an exciting brand of cricket and would be looking to thump a hapless Delhi Capitals outfit. In this post, we have compiled free expert tips for the 39th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026), DC vs RCB, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.
After what transpired with the Delhi Capitals in their last outing at home, they must be gutted with their efforts. The batters, led by KL Rahul’s magnificent unbeaten 152, did nothing wrong by posting a gigantic 264, but the bowlers spoiled everything for DC. RCB, meanwhile, are heading into this game on the back of thumping the Gujarat Titans at home by 5 wickets and will show no mercy on the already bruised Capitals. Therefore, expect the reigning champions to have the last laugh when the night ends at the nation capital. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 39th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026), DC vs RCB, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.
RCB: 87% win chance DC: 13% win chance
The DC vice-captain is fresh off a whirlwind 151 in his last outing vs Punjab. Chasing the orange cap, Rahul loves to bat against RCB and will be a key figure for DC in this game. In 7 innings this season, Rahul has mustered 357 runs at an improbable strike-rate of 234.86.
Virat is RCB's top run-getter so far this season with 328 runs from 7 innings at a brilliant strike-rate of 163.18. He will be a top pick among batters for RCB in this game.
Devdutt has been striking at a magnificent rate of 184 this season for RCB. In 6 innings, he has notched up 208 runs and will be one of the key batters in RCB lineup.
The Proteas batter Tristan Stubbs is a spirited cricketer when he plays for DC. In this season so far he has notched up 196 runs from 6 innings and will play a crucial role in the middle-order. In his last outing against RCB, Stubbs scored an all-important 50+ score and carried his team over the finishing line.
Check out our prediction for the DC vs RCB Indian Premier League 2026 match 39.
The Delhi Capitals (DC) enter their clash against the reigning champions with glaring concerns in both fielding and bowling. Their sloppy fielding has cost them dearly, dropping 10 catches in the last three games, including five in their defeat to Punjab Kings (PBKS). Missed chances against Prabhsimran Singh, Shreyas Iyer, and Priyansh Arya proved decisive, as all three went on to punish DC’s lapses.
Equally worrying has been their seam attack. While Lungi Ngidi impressed with his slower variations, a head injury has sidelined him in this game, leaving DC reliant on Mukesh Kumar, Auqib Nabi, and T Natarajan. Unfortunately, both Mukesh and Nabi have leaked runs at crucial junctures, undermining the team’s efforts. With Mitchell Starc unavailable and Ngidi ruled out for this clash, DC must turn to Kyle Jamieson or Dushmantha Chameera to bolster their pace unit.
For DC to stand a chance against the champions, sharper fielding and disciplined bowling are non‑negotiable. Dropped catches and erratic seam spells will only invite disaster. The Capitals must raise their intensity, or risk being outclassed once again.
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will be eyeing redemption when they face the Delhi Capitals (DC) in their upcoming clash. Earlier this season, DC stunned RCB in a last‑over thriller at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, clinching victory by six wickets. That defeat still lingers, and RCB will be determined to settle scores.
Playing in front of their passionate home crowd, RCB will look to channel the energy and intensity that has defined their campaign. Their batting unit, led by Virat Kohli and Devdutt Paddikal, has shown resilience, while the middle order featuring Rajat Patidar and Tim David adds depth. With the ball, Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s control, Josh Hazlewood’s pace, and Krunal Pandya’s spin provide balance, but execution under pressure will be key.
For DC, the challenge will be to replicate their composure from the reverse fixture. However, RCB’s hunger for vengeance and the backing of their home supporters make them formidable opponents. Expect a fiery contest where RCB will leave no stone unturned to drub DC and reclaim pride. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 34 PBKS won: 21 DC won: 13 No Result: 0
In head-to-head contests between these two sides, the Royal Challengers have had the wood over the Capitals, having won 21 of the 34 contests. The Axar Patel-led side has won 13 matches.
How will the two teams, i.e., the Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals, fare in the 39th match of IPL 2026? Let’s take a look.
Virat Kohli, Jacob Bethell, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (C), Jitesh Sharma (WK), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Rasikh Salam Josh Hazlewood IMPACT SUB: Suyash Sharma
KL Rahul (WK), Pathum Nissanka, Nitish Rana, Sameer Rizvi, Axar Patel (C), Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Vipraj Nigam/Madhav Tiwari, Kuldeep Yadav, Kyle Jamieson/Dushmantha Chameera, Mukesh Kumar, IMPACT SUB: T Natarajan
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 39th match of the Indian Premier League 2026 between Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.
At the Arun Jaitley Stadium, the surface tends to slow down as the game progresses, while dew in the evening favors batting second. Given Delhi’s fielding woes and RCB’s hunger for redemption, both captains will likely prefer chasing. Expect the toss winner to opt for bowling first.
The online live streaming of the 39th IPL 2026 match between the Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals will take place live on the JioHotstar App. TV viewers can watch the match live on the Star Sports 1, 2, and 3 HD and non-HD channels.
Given the lackluster run Delhi Capitals are currently enduring, it’s quite tough for them to get past RCB on a venue that hasn’t been their happy place so far this season. RCB, meanwhile, are already buoyed by their performance in the last game against GT and are seeking redemption against the Delhi Capitals, who defeated the Royal Challengers in the reverse fixture. Therefore, as per our prediction, the reigning champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, are expected to win the IPL 2026 Match 39, DC vs RCB.
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