PBKS and DC are set to face off in the 58th match of IPL 2025 at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala on May 8, 2025. As both teams push for a playoff spot, this match carries immense significance. Here’s all you need to know before the PBKS vs. DC IPL 2025 match.
PBKS vs DC preview
Punjab Kings have been one of the strongest teams this season, currently sitting third in the points table with 15 points from 11 matches. They recently defeated Lucknow Super Giants by 37 runs, displaying dominance in both batting and bowling. Delhi Capitals, however, have had an inconsistent run, standing at fifth place with 13 points from 11 games. Their batting lineup has been shaky, evident from their recent match against Sunrisers Hyderabad, where they collapsed to 29-5 before rain intervened.
PBKS vs DC key players
Key players for PBKS include Prabhsimran Singh, who has amassed 432 runs with a strike rate of 173.49; Shreyas Iyer, with 308 runs at 169.23; and Arshdeep Singh, who has taken 14 wickets with an economy of 7.89. For DC, KL Rahul leads the charge with 381 runs at a strike rate of 142.16, Abishek Porel follows with 265 runs at 151.42, while Mitchell Starc has picked up 11 wickets despite an expensive economy of 10.13.
PBKS vs DC head to head
Historically, PBKS and DC have played 33 matches against each other, with PBKS leading 17-16. In their last encounter in March 2024, PBKS secured a four-wicket victory.
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