PBKS vs DC (Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals) Live Cricket Score and Updates, IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer’s Punjab Kings take on Axar Patel’s Delhi Capitals in the 58th match of the IPL 2025 at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala. Toss at 7:00 PM.
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PBKS vs DC Live, Match 58: Punjab Kings kicked off their IPL 2025 campaign with dominant victories, showcasing promise and early momentum. However, their form dipped in the mid-season phase, raising concerns about consistency. Despite the slump, their newly appointed captain has managed to rally the team and instill fresh energy. With 15 points from their matches so far, PBKS currently sit in third place on the points table and are firmly focused on securing a spot in the top two, which would give them a valuable advantage heading into the playoffs.
On the other hand, Delhi Capitals had a blazing start to their season, registering four consecutive wins and quickly emerging as early contenders. But as the tournament progressed, inconsistency crept in, and the team struggled to maintain its rhythm. Now, with 13 points and positioned outside the top four, DC find themselves in a must-win situation. The match promises to be a high-stakes battle with both teams hungry to cement their positions as the league stage nears its climax.
Squads For PBKS VS DC IPL 2025 Match
Punjab Kings Squad: Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, Shreyas Iyer(c), Josh Inglis(w), Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Suryansh Shedge, Harpreet Brar, Xavier Bartlett, Praveen Dubey, Musheer Khan, Vishnu Vinod, Yash Thakur, Aaron Hardie, Kuldeep Sen, Harnoor Singh, Pyla Avinash, Mitchell Owen
Delhi Capitals Squad: Faf du Plessis, Abishek Porel, Karun Nair, KL Rahul(w), Axar Patel(c), Tristan Stubbs, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Dushmantha Chameera, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan, Ashutosh Sharma, Mohit Sharma, Mukesh Kumar, Ajay Jadav Mandal, Darshan Nalkande, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Sameer Rizvi, Donovan Ferreira, Tripurana Vijay, Manvanth Kumar L, Madhav Tiwari, Sediqullah Atal
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PBKS vs DC head-to-head record in IPL
Matches played: 33
Punjab Kings won: 17
Delhi Capitals won: 15
Tied: 1
PBKS vs DC Live Score IPL 2025: High Stakes for Playoff Race
A win today will not only give PBKS or DC points but could also impact their standing in the tight playoff race.
With instability in their top order, DC needs a solid start to challenge PBKS effectively.
PBKS will likely depend on Yuzvendra Chahal and other spinners, as the pitch offers little assistance to them.
DC has suffered the most run-outs in IPL 2025, with nine, highlighting an area for improvement.
DC’s stand-in captain Axar Patel will be under pressure to lead his side to victory in this crucial match.
Rain has already delayed practice, and there’s a chance of more showers on match day, potentially affecting the game.
The weather and pitch conditions in Dharamsala will play a significant role in determining the match’s outcome.
Yuzvendra Chahal has dismissed Faf du Plessis three times in 12 T20s, which could be vital for PBKS against DC.
Priyansh Arya has a remarkable powerplay strike rate of 188.05, the best among batters who have faced 100 balls.
Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya have formed the third-highest run partnership this season in the IPL.
Mitchell Starc has an excellent record against PBKS, with seven wickets in four matches at an average of 13.28.
Dharamsala’s pitch offers excellent swing and seam, making it ideal for new-ball bowlers to thrive.
DC may opt to include Mohit Sharma or Mukesh Kumar for an extra seamer, adding flexibility to their bowling attack.
DC has kept Ashutosh Sharma on the bench recently, but conditions in Dharamsala could prompt his inclusion.
After a strong win in their last Dharamsala game, PBKS is unlikely to make changes to their playing XI.
With Glenn Maxwell out, Marcus Stoinis is expected to play a more vital role for PBKS, particularly with the bat.
KL Rahul’s recent drop in form has coincided with DC’s struggles, making his performance crucial for their turnaround.
DC has tried six opening combinations this season, the most by any team, showing instability in their top order.
A win for PBKS will significantly boost their hopes of securing a top-two finish in the playoffs.
Delhi Capitals have won only two of their last five games, with a shaky batting order being a key issue.
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