DC vs MI Pitch Report 29th Match (13 April 2025)
1. Match Details
- Match: Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians
- Date: 13 April , 2025
- Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
Match Preview
Delhi Capitals (DC) face Mumbai Indians (MI) in the 29th match of IPL 2025 at Arun Jaitley Stadium on April 13. DC will aim to leverage home conditions, while MI look to showcase their dominance. With power-packed lineups on both sides, an intense battle is expected. A high-scoring thriller could be on the cards given the pitch conditions.
Delhi Capitals (DC) – Team Overview (IPL 2025)
Delhi Capitals (DC) enter IPL 2025 with a dynamic and well-rounded squad, combining seasoned campaigners with exciting young talent. With KL Rahul expected to lead, DC boasts a strong batting lineup featuring Harry Brook, Faf du Plessis, and Jake Fraser-McGurk. Their all-rounders, led by Axar Patel, add versatility, while a formidable bowling attack spearheaded by Mitchell Starc and Kuldeep Yadav strengthens their chances. With a mix of power hitters, skilled spinners, and lethal pacers, DC will aim to overcome past inconsistencies and establish themselves as serious title contenders.
Team Captain: KL Rahul
Key Players to Watch:
KL Rahul – The backbone of DC’s batting, reliable and consistent. Harry Brook – Explosive middle-order batter, capable of big knocks. Axar Patel – A vital all-rounder, key in both batting and spin bowling. Mitchell Starc – DC’s pace spearhead, deadly in powerplay and death overs. Kuldeep Yadav – A match-winning spinner, crucial for middle-overs breakthroughs.
Mumbai Indians (MI) – Team Overview IPL 2025
Mumbai Indians (MI) head into IPL 2025 with a formidable squad, blending experienced campaigners with young, exciting talents. Hardik Pandya leads the team, bringing his all-round prowess and aggressive captaincy. With a solid batting lineup, a strong all-rounder core, and a lethal pace attack, MI looks well-balanced for a strong title push.
Team Captain: Hardik Pandya
Key Players to Watch – MI IPL 2025
- Rohit Sharma – The experienced opener will be crucial for providing MI with solid starts.
- Suryakumar Yadav – A destructive middle-order batter, capable of changing games single-handedly.
- Hardik Pandya – The captain and a dynamic all-rounder, key with both bat and ball.
- Tilak Varma – A rising star who has proven his ability to anchor innings and accelerate when needed.
- Jasprit Bumrah – MI’s pace spearhead, lethal in both powerplay and death overs.
- Trent Boult – A world-class swing bowler who can dismantle top orders early.
- Will Jacks – An explosive all-rounder who can provide quick runs and handy off-spin.
DC vs MI (Past 3 years)
| Year | DC vs MI Total Matches | DC Win | MI Win |
| 2024 | |||
| 2023 | |||
| 2022 |
DC vs MI: Head to Head
| 🔢 Match No | 🏆 Winner | 📊 Score |
|---|---|---|
| 43rd T20I, IPL 2024 | DC 🏅 | DC 257/4 (20.0) 🔹 MI 247/9 (20.0) |
| 20th T20I, IPL 2024 | MI 🏅 | MI 234/5 (20.0) 🔹 DC 205/8 (20.0) |
| 16th T20I, IPL 2023 | MI 🏅 | MI 173/4 (20.0) 🔹 DC 172 (19.4) |
| 69th T20I, IPL 2022 | MI 🏅 | MI 160/5 (19.1) 🔹 DC 159/7 (20.0) |
| 2nd T20I, IPL 2022 | DC 🏅 | DC 179/6 (18.2) 🔹 MI 177/5 (20.0) |
Team Form ( Last 5 Matches )
| 🏏 Team | 📊 Matches |
|---|---|
| 🔵 DC | ✅ ❌ ✅ ❌ ✅ |
| 🔷 MI | ❌ ❌ ✅ ❌ ❌ |
Team Comparison
| 📊 Stats | 🔵 DC vs All Teams | 🔶 MI vs All Teams |
|---|---|---|
| 🏏 Matches Played | 10 | 10 |
| ✅ Win Percentage | 60% | 30% |
| ⚡ Average Score | 186 | 180 |
| 🔥 Highest Score | 257 | 247 |
| ❄️ Lowest Score | 92 | 139 |
| 📊 Stats | 🔵 DC vs All Teams | 🔶 MI vs All Teams |
|---|---|---|
| 🏏 Matches Played | 10 | 10 |
| ✅ Win Percentage | 60% | 60% |
| ⚡ Average Score | 189 | 186 |
| 🔥 Highest Score | 257 | 247 |
| ❄️ Lowest Score | 128 | 153 |
Venue stats
| 📊 Stats | 🔥 Records |
|---|---|
| 🏏 Avg 1st Inns Score | 169 |
| 🏏 Avg 2nd Inns Score | 152 |
| 🔥 Highest Total | 266-7 (SRH vs DC) |
| ❄️ Lowest Total | 44-2 (SRH vs DC) |
| ⚡ Highest Chase | 219-6 (CSK vs MI) |
| 🛑 Lowest Defended | 118-4 (KXIP vs DC) |
Pitch & Weather Report
Pitch Analysis –Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
- Pitch Type: Traditionally a batting-friendly surface with some assistance for spinners.
- Average First-Innings Score: 170-180
- Chasing Team Record: Teams batting second have a slight advantage.
For More Detailed Info Check Ground and Match Prediction Here…Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Weather Conditions
- Temperature: 28°C
- Humidity: 60%
- Rain Prediction: No rain expected, clear skies throughout the match.
DC vs MI Team Squad 2025
Delhi Capitals (DC) Squad – IPL 2025
Batters
- KL Rahul (WK-Batter)
- Harry Brook (Batter)
- Jake Fraser-McGurk (Batter)
- Karun Nair (Batter)
- Faf du Plessis (Batter)
- Donovan Ferreira (WK-Batter)
- Abishek Porel (WK-Batter)
- Tristan Stubbs (WK-Batter)
All-Rounders
- Sameer Rizvi
- Ashutosh Sharma
- Darshan Nalkande
- Vipraj Nigam
- Ajay Mandal
- Manvanth Kumar L
- Tripurana Vijay
- Madhav Tiwari
- Axar Patel
Bowlers
- Mitchell Starc
- T Natarajan
- Mohit Sharma
- Mukesh Kumar
- Dushmantha Chameera
- Kuldeep Yadav
Mumbai Indians (MI) Squad – IPL 2025
Batters:
- Rohit Sharma
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Robin Minz (WK)
- Ryan Rickelton (WK)
- Shrijith Krishnan (WK)
- Bevon-John Jacobs
- N. Tilak Varma
All-Rounders:
- Naman Dhir
- Will Jacks
- Mitchell Santner
- Raj Angad Bawa
- Vignesh Puthur
- Hardik Pandya (C)
Bowlers:
- Trent Boult
- Karn Sharma
- Deepak Chahar
- Allah Ghazanfar
- Ashwani Kumar
- Reece Topley
- Venkata Satyanarayana Penmetsa
- Arjun Tendulkar
- Lizaad Williams
- Jasprit Bumrah
Key Player Battles to Watch
🔥 Top 5 Key Battles – DC vs MI
1️⃣ KL Rahul vs Jasprit Bumrah – A classic battle between a technically sound batter and one of the best death-over specialists. Rahul’s ability to anchor the innings will be tested against Bumrah’s lethal yorkers.
2️⃣ Faf du Plessis vs Trent Boult – The experienced Proteas opener will face a tough challenge against Boult’s swing and powerplay aggression, making the opening overs crucial.
3️⃣ Mitchell Starc vs Rohit Sharma – Starc’s fiery pace and early movement can trouble Rohit, but the MI skipper’s experience against left-arm pacers makes this a high-stakes battle.
4️⃣ Axar Patel vs Suryakumar Yadav – SKY’s unorthodox stroke play will be put to the test against Axar’s accuracy and variations in the middle overs.
5️⃣ Kuldeep Yadav vs Hardik Pandya – With Kuldeep’s wrist spin causing trouble to aggressive batters, Hardik’s counter-attacking approach could be the deciding factor in the middle phase.
Fantasy Cricket Tips
🏏 Fantasy 11 Team for DC vs MI – IPL 2025
Wicketkeepers (2):
✅ KL Rahul (VC) – Reliable opener and consistent run-scorer
✅ Tristan Stubbs – Power-hitter in the middle order
Batters (3):
✅ Faf du Plessis – Experienced anchor, solid against pace
✅ Rohit Sharma (C) – Big-match player, capable of scoring big
✅ Suryakumar Yadav – 360-degree batter, key for MI’s middle order
All-Rounders (3):
✅ Hardik Pandya – Contributes with both bat and ball
✅ Axar Patel – Handy with the bat, economical with spin
✅ Will Jacks – Explosive all-rounder, good against spin
Bowlers (3):
✅ Jasprit Bumrah – Death-over specialist, top wicket-taker
✅ Mitchell Starc – Lethal pacer with early swing
✅ Kuldeep Yadav – Mystery spinner, a game-changer in the middle overs
Captain & Vice-Captain Picks:
Captain: Rohit Sharma
Vice-Captain: KL Rahul
💡 Fantasy Tip: Pick top-order batters and quality pacers, as Arun Jaitley Stadium usually favors stroke play but also offers some assistance to spinners. 🚀
Match Prediction
Winner Prediction: Delhi Capitals (DC) 🏆
Delhi Capitals (DC) have shown strong form recently, with a better win percentage and consistent performances. Their batting lineup, featuring KL Rahul and Faf du Plessis, provides stability, while their bowling attack, led by Mitchell Starc and Kuldeep Yadav, adds firepower. Mumbai Indians (MI), despite their history, have struggled for consistency this season. With DC’s balanced squad and momentum, they have the edge in this contest.
Last Year’s Performance Summary (IPL 2024)
Delhi Capitals (DC) Last Year Performance:
DC had a mixed season, showing moments of brilliance but lacking consistency. They managed to secure crucial wins but struggled against stronger opponents. Their batting was occasionally explosive, but the bowling lacked depth in key moments. Despite their efforts, they fell short of making a significant impact in the playoffs.
Mumbai Indians (MI) Last Year Performance:
MI had an up-and-down season, displaying their usual fighting spirit but failing to dominate as they have in past years. While their batting lineup was strong, inconsistency in both middle-order performances and bowling hurt their campaign. They made it to the later stages but couldn’t capitalize when it mattered the most.
Live Streaming & Broadcast Details
- TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network
- Live Streaming: JioCinema (Free)
- Match Time: 7:30 PM IST
Post-Match Review (To Be Updated After Match)
📌 Match Summary – Key moments and turning points
📌 Top Performers – Best batsman, bowler, and MVP
📌 Points Table Update – Standings after match 1
📌 Next Match Details – Who plays next and what to expect
