Match Details
- Match: Delhi Capitals (DC) vs Gujarat Titans (GT), 60th Match, Indian Premier League 2025
- Date: Sunday, May 18, 2025
- Time: 10:00 PM
- Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
IPL 2025 Points Table
| Rank | Team | Matches | Won | Lost | NR | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GT | 11 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 16 | +0.793 |
| 2 | RCB | 11 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 16 | +0.482 |
| 3 | PBKS | 11 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 15 | +0.376 |
| 4 | MI | 12 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 14 | +1.156 |
| 5 | DC | 11 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 13 | +0.362 |
| 6 | KKR | 12 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 11 | +0.193 |
| 7 | LSG | 11 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 10 | -0.469 |
| 8 | SRH | 11 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 7 | -1.192 |
| 9 | RR | 12 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 6 | -0.718 |
| 10 | CSK | 12 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 6 | -0.992 |
Team Overview
Delhi Capitals
Squad: Karun Nair, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Faf du Plessis, Tristan Stubbs, Abishek Porel, Donovan Ferreira, KL Rahul, Axar Patel (c), Sameer Rizvi, Ashutosh Sharma, Darshan Nalkande, Ajay Jadav Mandal, Vipraj Nigam, Manvanth Kumar L, Tripurana Vijay, Madhav Tiwari, Kuldeep Yadav, Dushmantha Chameera, Mitchell Starc, Mohit Sharma, T Natarajan, Mukesh Kumar, Sediqullah Atal
Points Table: 5th place, 11 matches, 6 wins, 4 losses, 1 no result, 13 points, NRR +0.362
Recent Form: L W L L NR (1 win, 3 losses, 1 no result in last 5 completed matches)
- May 05, 2025: DC vs SRH – No result
- April 29, 2025: DC vs KKR – KKR won by 14 runs
- April 27, 2025: DC vs RCB – RCB won by 6 wickets
- April 22, 2025: DC vs LSG – DC won by 8 wickets
- April 19, 2025: DC vs GT – GT won by 7 wickets
Gujarat Titans
Squad: Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Kumar Kushagra, Anuj Rawat, Jos Buttler, Rashid Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Shahrukh Khan, Nishant Sindhu, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Gerald Coetzee, Jayant Yadav, Arshad Khan, Karim Janat, Sherfane Rutherford, Mahipal Lomror, Washington Sundar, Manav Suthar, Gurnoor Brar, Ishant Sharma, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna, Kulwant Khejroliya, Mohammed Siraj, Dasun Shanaka
Points Table: 1st place, 11 matches, 8 wins, 3 losses, 0 no result, 16 points, NRR +0.793
Recent Form: W W L W W (4 wins, 1 loss in last 5 matches)
- May 06, 2025: GT vs MI – GT won by 3 wickets (DLS method)
- May 02, 2025: GT vs SRH – GT won by 38 runs
- April 28, 2025: GT vs RR – RR won by 8 wickets
- April 21, 2025: GT vs KKR – GT won by 39 runs
- April 19, 2025: GT vs DC – GT won by 7 wickets
Head-to-Head Record (Last 5 Matches)
- April 19, 2025: GT won by 7 wickets (with 4 balls remaining)
- Previous match: DC won by 4 runs
- Previous match: DC won by 6 wickets (with 67 balls remaining)
- Previous match: DC won by 5 runs
- Previous match: GT won by 6 wickets (with 11 balls remaining)
- Summary: DC leads 3-2, but GT won the most recent encounter.
Venue Analysis
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi: Known for being batting-friendly with assistance to spinners as the game progresses. Recent trends suggest an average first-innings score of around 185-195, with teams batting first having a slight edge. However, GT’s successful chase of 204 against DC earlier this season (April 19, 2025) demonstrates that big totals can be chased here.
Key Factors
- Form: GT are in excellent form with 4 wins in their last 5 matches, including a thrilling last-ball win against MI and a dominant 38-run victory over SRH. DC have struggled, winning only 1 of their last 4 completed matches.
- Points Table: GT lead with 16 points and a superior NRR (+0.793), while DC are fifth with 13 points and a NRR of +0.362. DC need wins to secure a playoff spot, adding pressure.
- Head-to-Head: DC have a slight historical edge (3-2), but GT’s recent win on April 19, 2025, where Jos Buttler’s 97* led them to chase 204, boosts their confidence.
- Home Advantage: DC benefit from playing at home, with familiarity of conditions and crowd support.
Key Players:
- DC: KL Rahul, Faf du Plessis, and Tristan Stubbs (batting); Kuldeep Yadav and Mitchell Starc (bowling).
- GT: Jos Buttler, Shubman Gill, and Sai Sudharsan (batting); Rashid Khan and Kagiso Rabada (bowling).
Match Preview
The 60th match of IPL 2025 pits the table-topping Gujarat Titans against a struggling Delhi Capitals side at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. GT have been the standout team this season, with 8 wins in 11 matches and a robust NRR, showcasing their ability to win convincingly and under pressure. Their recent form, highlighted by a dramatic chase against MI and a big win over SRH, makes them a formidable unit. DC, meanwhile, are fighting to keep their playoff hopes alive. Despite a talented squad, their inconsistent performances—losing 3 of their last 4 completed games—put them at a disadvantage.
The venue favors batsmen, but spinners like Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel (DC) and Rashid Khan (GT) could play a decisive role. GT’s batting depth, led by Buttler and Gill, gives them an edge, while DC will rely on Rahul and du Plessis to set or chase a competitive total. The toss could be crucial—batting first has historically been advantageous, but GT’s chasing prowess adds intrigue.
Prediction
While DC have the home advantage and a desperate need for points, GT’s superior form, momentum, and confidence from their recent head-to-head win tilt the scales in their favor. Expect a competitive match, with DC’s spinners challenging GT’s batsmen and GT’s pace attack testing DC’s top order. However, GT’s ability to handle pressure and chase big totals, as demonstrated earlier this season against DC, makes them slight favorites.
Prediction: Gujarat Titans to win.
WIN PROBABILITY: DC:44% GT:56%
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