In today's highly anticipated IPL 2025 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Delhi Capitals (DC), RCB won the toss and decided to bowl first. The match is taking place at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, and RCB's captain, Rajat Patidar, made the call to bowl, confident that chasing a target would be the best approach. The pitch, according to Patidar, looked like it would remain consistent throughout the game, providing an even playing field for both teams.
Team Lineups
RCB Playing XI:
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Virat Kohli
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Jacob Bethell (in for Phil Salt)
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Rajat Patidar (C)
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Romario Shepherd
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Jitesh Sharma (WK)
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Tim David
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Krunal Pandya
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Bhuvneshwar Kumar
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Suyash Sharma
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Josh Hazlewood
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Yash Dayal
DC Playing XI:
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Faf du Plessis (in for Ashutosh Sharma)
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Abishek Porel
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Karun Nair
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KL Rahul (WK)
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Axar Patel (C)
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Tristan Stubbs
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Vipraj Nigam
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Mitchell Starc
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Dushmantha Chameera
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Kuldeep Yadav
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Mukesh Kumar
Pitch Report
The pitch at the Arun Jaitley Stadium is known for favoring spinners, with a tendency to offer some turn as the game progresses. Fast bowlers may find it tougher to get much help, so both teams will likely rely on their spin bowlers to make an impact. It's expected to be a crucial factor in the game, especially with the way both teams are shaping up.
Match Outlook
Both RCB and DC are sitting high on the points table, making this match critical for their playoff hopes. RCB’s decision to bowl first reflects their confidence in chasing down a total, while DC will be eager to post a challenging score. With both teams having star players and plenty at stake, the match promises to be an exciting contest.
Fans can expect a thrilling game as the two teams battle it out in what could be a pivotal moment in the IPL 2025 season.
