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DC host CSK at Kotla in a high-stakes match. Kuldeep Yadav vs Sanju Samson — wrist spin against a batter who reads spin brilliantly.
Why You Should Watch This Match
- 1Kuldeep Yadav at Kotla — his home, his conditions
- 2Sanju Samson vs Kuldeep — one of cricket's most watchable individual battles
- 3Axar Patel captaining DC at Kotla — all-round leadership
- 4May 5 — final week of league stage, every game is a knockout
DC vs CSK Head to Head Record
Kotla Pitch Report
Kotla's surface offers seam and spin assistance. Scores of 155-170 are competitive. A slow, low pitch is expected.
Toss Decision
Field first at Kotla. The surface makes batting progressively harder.
Key Player Battle
Kuldeep Yadav vs Sanju Samson
DC Key Players
- Axar Patel
- KL Rahul
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Mitchell Starc
- Jake Fraser-McGurk
CSK Key Players
- Ruturaj Gaikwad
- Sanju Samson
- Noor Ahmad
- Matheesha Pathirana
- Shivam Dube
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DC vs CSK Dream11 Prediction
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is DC vs CSK IPL 2026?
Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings IPL 2026 Match 48 is scheduled for 5 May 2026 at 07:30 pm IST at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.
What is the DC vs CSK head to head record?
In 27 IPL encounters, Chennai Super Kings leads 17-10. There have been 0 no results.
What is the pitch report for DC vs CSK at Kotla?
Kotla's surface offers seam and spin assistance. Scores of 155-170 are competitive. A slow, low pitch is expected.
Who will win DC vs CSK IPL 2026 Match 48?
Based on current form, squad strength, and venue conditions, this promises to be a closely contested match. Check our detailed prediction and Dream11 tips for expert analysis.
What is the average score at Kotla?
The average first innings score at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi is approximately 155-170. Bowlers tend to dominate here, so lower scores are common.
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More IPL 2026 Matches
View full IPL 2026 scheduleLast updated: 22 May 2026. All match timings are in IST. Playing XIs will be confirmed at the toss.