Rajasthan Royals will take on Delhi Capitals in Match 43 of IPL 2026 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Friday, May 1. With Rajasthan riding high on confidence after a record chase and Delhi struggling for momentum, fantasy team selection for this clash could hinge on form players and bowling match-ups.
Rajasthan Royals enter this contest after successfully chasing down 222 against Punjab Kings, while Delhi Capitals are looking to recover from a crushing defeat in which they were bowled out for just 75 runs.
RR vs DC Match Details
- Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Capitals, Match 43
- Date: May 1, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
- Live Broadcast: Star Sports Network
- Live Streaming: JioHotstar
RR vs DC Pitch Report: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
The Jaipur surface is traditionally balanced, offering assistance to both batters and bowlers depending on match conditions.
Pacers are likely to get early movement with the new ball, while spinners typically come into play during the middle
overs as the pitch slows down. The large boundaries also make big hitting slightly tougher compared to other IPL venues.
However, dew is expected to play a major role later in the game, making chasing easier and gripping the ball difficult for bowlers in the second innings.
Key Pitch Stats:
- Average 1st innings score: 170-175
- Pace assistance: Early overs
- Spin impact: Middle overs
- Dew factor: High in second innings
RR vs DC Team Form
- Rajasthan Royals (Last 5 Matches): W, L, W, L, L
- Delhi Capitals (Last 5 Matches): L, L, L, W, L
Rajasthan Royals look far more settled, especially after their successful chase against Punjab Kings. Delhi Capitals, on the other hand, are struggling after collapsing for just 75 runs in their previous outing.
RR vs DC Probable Playing XIs
Rajasthan Royals Predicted XI:
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
- Dhruv Jurel (wk)
- Riyan Parag (c)
- Donovan Ferreira
- Dasun Shanaka
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Jofra Archer
- Nandre Burger
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Sandeep Sharma
Impact Player: Shubham Dubey
Delhi Capitals Predicted XI:
- Pathum Nissanka
- KL Rahul (wk)
- Sameer Rizvi
- Axar Patel (c)
- Nitish Rana
- Tristan Stubbs
- David Miller
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Mitchell Starc
- T Natarajan
- Mukesh Kumar
Impact Player: Abishek Porel
RR vs DC Dream11 Fantasy Team Prediction
Suggested Fantasy XI:
Wicketkeepers:
KL Rahul
Dhruv Jurel
Batters:
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Yashasvi Jaiswal
Tristan Stubbs
Nitish Rana
All-rounders:
Ravindra Jadeja
Axar Patel
Bowlers:
Jofra Archer
Kuldeep Yadav
Ravi Bishnoi
RR vs DC Captain and Vice-Captain Choices
Selecting the right captain combination could make a major difference in fantasy leagues.
Captain Choices:
KL Rahul - Delhi's most consistent batter this season
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi - In exceptional form and thriving in Jaipur conditions
Vice-Captain Choices:
Ravindra Jadeja - Provides points with both bat and ball
Axar Patel - Reliable all-round contribution in both departments
Players to Watch in RR vs DC
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (RR)
One of the standout performers this season, Sooryavanshi has delivered consistent runs at a high strike rate and remains Rajasthan's biggest fantasy asset.
KL Rahul (DC)
Delhi's most dependable batter, Rahul remains central to their batting lineup and a strong fantasy pick.
Jofra Archer (RR)
Archer's ability to strike early with the new ball makes him a valuable pick on Jaipur's surface.
Kuldeep Yadav (DC)
The wrist-spinner could benefit from middle-overs grip and remains a potential wicket-taking threat.
RR vs DC Match Prediction
Rajasthan Royals appear to have the upper hand heading into this contest, thanks to their stronger form and batting depth. However, Delhi Capitals possess match-winners who can turn the tide if their top order delivers.
If dew becomes a major factor, the team chasing is likely to gain a significant advantage.
