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Delhi Capitals Face Rajasthan Royals in Pivotal IPL 2025 Clash

Delhi aims to reclaim top table position while Rajasthan seeks to revive playoff hopes after a string of losses.

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Delhi Capitals' Mitchell Starc (2R) celebrates with teammates
Delhi Capitals' KL Rahul, right, celebrates with batting partner Tristan Stubbs after their win in the Indian Premier League cricket match against Rajasthan Royals at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, India, Wednesday, April 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Manish Swarup)
Karun Nair's insistence finally paid off

Overview

  • Delhi Capitals, currently second in the IPL standings, look to solidify their position with a win against Rajasthan Royals at Arun Jaitley Stadium.
  • Rajasthan Royals, struggling with inconsistent performances and sitting eighth on the table, are desperate to turn their season around with a victory.
  • Karun Nair, after a stellar 89-run performance in his last match, faced frustration as he was run out for a duck early in the game against Rajasthan.
  • Jake Fraser-McGurk's continued underperformance has raised questions about his place in Delhi's lineup, with potential replacements being discussed.
  • Sanju Samson's decision to bowl first reflects Rajasthan's strategic adjustments, as both sides aim to exploit favorable pitch conditions for a decisive result.