Can DC Stop the RR Surge? RR vs DC Match 42 Prediction & Player Stats

IPL 2026 Today’s Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Capitals (Match 43)

The Indian Premier League continues today, May 1, 2026, with a high-stakes encounter at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. Rajasthan Royals (RR) take on Delhi Capitals (DC) in a crucial Match 43 of the tournament.

Match Details

• Match: Rajasthan Royals (RR) vs Delhi Capitals (DC), Match 43.

• Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur.

• Date: Friday, May 1, 2026.

• Time: 7:30 PM IST (Toss at 7:00 PM IST).

Team Form and Playoff Standings

Both teams are currently at opposite ends of the spectrum as they fight for a spot in the playoffs:

• Rajasthan Royals (4th Position): RR enters this game with high confidence after a 6-wicket win against Punjab Kings. A victory today would further solidify their position in the top four.

• Delhi Capitals (7th Position): DC is struggling to find consistency and is currently on a three-match losing streak. In their last outing, they recorded their lowest score at home, getting bowled out for just 75 runs against RCB.

Key Players to Watch

• Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (RR): The young talent is in fine form, coming off a quickfire 43 off 16 balls in the previous game.

• Donovan Ferreira (RR): Provided a brilliant finish with an unbeaten 52 in the last match to help RR chase down 223.

• DC Top Order: After the collapse for 75 in their last game, the Delhi batting unit, led by their senior players, will be under immense pressure to perform against a disciplined RR bowling attack.

Predicted Playing XI (Probable)

Rajasthan Royals:

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Riyan Parag (capt), Donovan Ferreira, and others.

What’s at Stake?

For Rajasthan, a win brings them closer to securing a playoff berth. For Delhi Capitals, this is virtually a must-win game to keep their postseason aspirations alive and snap their losing streak.