Delhi Capitals (DC) host Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Match 62 of IPL 2026 on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.
Both sides are fighting for playoff survival, but RR holds the edge with 12 points from 11 games against DC’s 10 points from 12 matches. DC won the reverse fixture by 7 wickets in Jaipur on May 1, chasing down 226, but their inconsistency since then is a concern.
With KL Rahul sitting second on the Orange Cap charts (477 runs) and Mitchell Starc back in form, expect a high-scoring battle. Prediction: RR to win by 15-20 runs, riding their superior batting depth.
IPL 2026 Match 62 DC vs RR Match Info
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | Match 62, IPL 2026 (TATA IPL) |
| Teams | Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals |
| Date | Sunday, May 17, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| Live Broadcast | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
| DC Captain | Axar Patel |
| RR Captain | Riyan Parag |
| DC Position | 7th (12 matches, 5 wins, 7 losses, 10 points, NRR: -0.993) |
| RR Position | 6th (11 matches, 6 wins, 5 losses, 12 points, NRR: +0.082) |
This is DC’s final home game of the IPL 2026 season. A loss here would all but end their playoff dreams, given the dire NRR of -0.993.
RR, on the other hand, can climb into a safer playoff position with a win. They still have two matches after this, including a home game against LSG on May 19.
IPL 2026 Match 62 DC vs RR Odds
The betting market reflects the Rajasthan Royals as marginal favourites for this encounter. Despite DC’s home advantage at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, their inconsistent form and negative NRR push the odds slightly in RR’s direction.
The toss market is tight, which makes sense. Both skippers are likely to prefer chasing at a venue where four of the five IPL 2026 matches have been won by the team batting second.
| Platform | DC Win Odds | RR Win Odds | Toss Odds (DC) | Toss Odds (RR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 2.10 | 1.72 | 1.90 | 1.85 |
| Stake | 2.15 | 1.70 | 1.85 | 1.85 |
| 4RABET | 2.20 | 1.68 | 1.85 | 1.90 |
| BetVibe | 2.12 | 1.74 | 1.90 | 1.90 |
Value angle: DC at 2.10+ might tempt a few punters. They did chase down 226 against this very RR side just 16 days ago. But three losses in their last five games, including being bowled out for 75 at this venue, make it hard to back them with confidence.
IPL 2026 Match 62 Toss Prediction for DC vs RR
The Arun Jaitley Stadium has been a chase-friendly venue in IPL 2026. Teams batting second have won four of the five matches played here this season.
There is a clear pattern at play. The pitch tends to stay true and flat throughout, and with the temperature forecast touching 41°C (106°F) during match hours, the surface is expected to remain hard and quick.
Dew is not a major factor at the Arun Jaitley Stadium the way it is at Chinnaswamy or Wankhede. However, in an evening game, some moisture could creep in during the second innings, making life slightly harder for bowlers.
Both Axar Patel and Riyan Parag will want to bowl first. The captain who wins the toss is almost certain to field.
Toss Prediction: The toss winner will elect to field first.
DC Predicted Playing XI for IPL 2026 Match 62
DC’s campaign has been a rollercoaster. They posted 264/2 against PBKS on April 25, yet were bowled out for 75 against RCB just two days later at this same venue. That is the Delhi Capitals experience in a nutshell.
Mitchell Starc’s return from his shoulder injury has been the biggest positive. The left-arm quick featured in DC’s win over PBKS on May 11, giving the bowling attack a much-needed edge.
KL Rahul remains their talisman. He sits second on the Orange Cap table with 477 runs from 12 innings at a strike rate of 177.98, including two centuries and four fifties. His record-breaking 152* against PBKS at this venue is still fresh in memory.
Predicted XI:
| Rank | Player | Role | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abishek Porel | WK-Batter (Opener) | Handy at the top in recent games |
| 2 | KL Rahul (wk) | WK-Batter (Opener) | 477 runs, SR 177.98, Orange Cap No. 2 |
| 3 | Sahil Parakh | Batter | Young talent earning his spot |
| 4 | Tristan Stubbs | Batter | Finishing muscle in the middle order |
| 5 | David Miller | Batter | Big-game experience at No. 5 |
| 6 | Axar Patel (c) | All-rounder | Captain, key with bat and ball |
| 7 | Madhav Tiwari | All-rounder | Impactful cameos off the bench |
| 8 | Auqib Nabi | Bowler | Accurate medium pace |
| 9 | Mitchell Starc | Bowler | Returning from a shoulder injury, devastating with the new ball |
| 10 | Lungi Ngidi | Bowler | Death-overs specialist |
| 11 | Mukesh Kumar | Bowler | Consistent seam bowler |
| 12 (Impact) | Kuldeep Yadav | Spinner | Match-winner in the middle overs |
Key concern: DC’s bowling has been its Achilles heel. They have conceded 200+ in multiple games this season. The decision to leave Kuldeep Yadav as the impact sub rather than in the starting XI has raised eyebrows, though it provides tactical flexibility.
RR Predicted Playing XI for IPL 2026 Match 62
Rajasthan Royals have the most exciting top order in IPL 2026. Period.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the 15-year-old sensation, has been rewriting record books all season. He has 404 runs in 10 matches at a jaw-dropping strike rate of 237.65, including a century and two fifties. His 103 off 37 balls against SRH was the third-fastest hundred in IPL history.
Yashasvi Jaiswal (306 runs) and Dhruv Jurel (248 runs) provide solidity behind the fireworks. Captain Riyan Parag anchors the middle order, with his 90 off 50 balls against DC in the reverse fixture proving he can deliver under pressure.
Jofra Archer leads the bowling attack with 14 wickets in 9 games, while Ravi Bishnoi has claimed 11 scalps.
Predicted XI:
| Rank | Player | Role | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yashasvi Jaiswal | Batter (Opener) | 306 runs, three fifties, RR’s anchor |
| 2 | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | Batter (Opener) | 404 runs, SR 237.65, youngest IPL centurion |
| 3 | Dhruv Jurel (wk) | WK-Batter | 248 runs, two fifties, steady presence |
| 4 | Riyan Parag (c) | Batter | Captain scored 90 vs DC in the reverse fixture |
| 5 | Donovan Ferreira | Batter | Explosive finisher, 47 off 14 vs DC last time |
| 6 | Ravindra Jadeja | All-rounder | Experience in both departments |
| 7 | Dasun Shanaka | All-rounder | Finishing depth with the bat |
| 8 | Jofra Archer | Bowler | 14 wickets, leading wicket-taker for RR |
| 9 | Nandre Burger | Bowler | Left-arm pace variation |
| 10 | Ravi Bishnoi | Bowler | 11 wickets, leg-spin threat in middle overs |
| 11 | Sandeep Sharma | Bowler | Experienced new-ball option |
| 12 (Impact) | Tushar Deshpande | Bowler | Death-overs option off the bench |
Form check: RR have lost two of their last three, including a 77-run thrashing by Gujarat Titans on May 9. That is a slight worry. But their batting firepower makes them dangerous on any given day.
Arun Jaitley Stadium Pitch Report, IPL 2026
The Arun Jaitley Stadium (formerly Feroz Shah Kotla) has served up a mixed bag in IPL 2026. On some nights, it is a batting paradise. On others, it has teeth.
Surface: The pitch is a black-soil surface that typically offers good bounce and carry. Batters enjoy playing on the front foot here because the ball comes onto the bat nicely.
Average Score: The par score in IPL 2026 at this venue has been around 180-200. However, scores have ranged from 75 (DC vs RCB) to 264/2 (DC vs PBKS), so the surface can surprise.
Pace vs Spin: Pacers get assistance with the new ball in the first 2-3 overs, particularly with some seam movement. Spinners find grip and turn in the middle overs as the pitch dries under the floodlights.
Boundaries: The square boundaries measure around 65 metres, and the straight boundary is approximately 68 metres, making it conducive for big hitting.
Key Factor: Teams batting second have won four of five IPL 2026 matches at this venue. The pitch stays true throughout, and chasing teams benefit from knowing exactly what they need.
Venue Record: DC have played 86 IPL matches at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, winning 38 and losing 45. Not the most fearsome home record.
Delhi Weather Report, May 17, 2026
Delhi in mid-May is unforgiving. There is no polite way to say it: it will be scorching.
| Weather Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Condition | Clear skies, no rain forecast |
| Daytime High | 41°C (106°F) |
| Evening Temperature | 34-37°C at match time |
| Humidity | Low to moderate (~20-35%) |
| Wind Speed | Light winds, 8-12 km/h |
| Cloud Cover | Minimal |
| Dew Factor | Low to minimal at this venue |
| Rain Probability | 0% during match hours |
| Match Interruption Risk | None. A full 40-over contest is guaranteed |
The extreme heat will test players’ fitness and concentration, especially in the field. Both teams may prefer to bowl first and chase under slightly cooler conditions in the second half of the evening.
Dream11 Team for DC vs RR
DC vs RR Head-to-Head: Last 5 Matches
Overall Head-to-Head (IPL History):
| Matches Played | DC Wins | RR Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | 16 | 15 | 0 |
DC holds a slim 16-15 advantage after their 7-wicket win in the reverse fixture on May 1. Before that win, it was level at 15-15.
At Arun Jaitley Stadium specifically, DC dominates with a 7-4 record against RR. The Royals haven’t won in Delhi since 2015, which is a decade-long drought.
Last 5 Matches:
| Match | Date | Winner | Margin | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPL 2026 (Match 43) | May 1, 2026 | DC | 7 wickets (5 balls remaining) | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| IPL 2025 | April 16, 2025 | DC | Super Over | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| IPL 2024 (Match 56) | May 7, 2024 | DC | 20 runs | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| IPL 2024 (Match 22) | April 10, 2024 | RR | 12 runs | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| IPL 2023 | April 08, 2023 | RR | 57 runs | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
DC have won four of the last five meetings against RR, a stat that heavily favours the home side. The lone RR win in this stretch came in Jaipur, reinforcing the home-advantage narrative.
Rivalry Facts Worth Knowing:
- Ajinkya Rahane holds the all-time run-scoring record in this fixture with 611 runs across both franchises.
- Amit Mishra is the highest wicket-taker in DC vs RR matches with 20 wickets.
- The 2025 Super Over at Arun Jaitley Stadium was the first-ever Super Over in this rivalry’s history. Both teams tied at 188 before DC edged it.
- RR’s highest total against DC is 225/6 (IPL 2026, Match 43), while DC’s highest is 226/3 in that same match.
Our Prediction: RR Have Better Chances to Win Against DC in IPL 2026 Match 62
Bottom line up front: RR to win, defending a total in the 190-210 range.
This one is closer than the odds suggest, and here is why it could go either way.
Why Delhi Capitals Can Win
DC’s home record against RR at the Arun Jaitley Stadium is formidable: 7 wins in 11 meetings. RR haven’t won in Delhi since 2015.
KL Rahul is the second-highest run-scorer of the tournament with 477 runs at a strike rate of 177.98. He has a knack for big scores at this ground, including his record-breaking 152 against PBKS*.
Mitchell Starc with the new ball and Kuldeep Yadav in the middle overs give DC genuine wicket-taking options. If they can restrict Sooryavanshi and Jaiswal early, the middle order is far less threatening.
DC also won the reverse fixture convincingly, chasing down 226 in Jaipur with five balls to spare.
Why Rajasthan Royals Can Win
RR’s batting firepower is unmatched. Sooryavanshi (404 runs, SR 237.65), Jaiswal (306 runs), and Jurel (248 runs) form the most dangerous top three in the competition.
Their bowling is more balanced. Jofra Archer (14 wickets) and Ravi Bishnoi (11 wickets) give RR a strike bowler at both ends, something DC lacks outside of Starc.
DC’s inconsistency is the elephant in the room. Being bowled out for 75 at this venue against RCB shows that the batting can collapse without warning. Their NRR of -0.993 tells a story of heavy defeats.
RR also has a stronger points table position (6th with 12 points vs 7th with 10 points), which means they play with less desperation and more freedom.
Final Verdict
Despite DC’s excellent record against RR in Delhi, the Royals’ superior squad balance and batting depth give them the edge. DC’s inconsistent bowling is liable to leak runs against Sooryavanshi and Jaiswal, and even if Rahul fires, the middle order has been brittle.
Predicted Winner: Rajasthan Royals by 15-20 runs.
If RR bat first and post 200+, DC’s track record of defending suggests they will struggle. If RR chase, their powerplay batting is devastating enough to take the game away early.
This prediction is based on publicly available squad data, injury reports, venue stats, and historical records as of May 15, 2026. Official playing XIs will be confirmed at the toss.
