IPL 2026: RCB vs DC Match Prediction, Match 26 - Who will win today’s IPL match between Bengaluru and Delhi?
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Source: IPLT20.com)
Published - 17 Apr 2026, 10:30 PM• Read time - 12 mins
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will take on Delhi Capitals (DC) in Match 26 of the Indian Premier League 2026 (IPL 2026) on Saturday, April 18 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. RCB are coming into the game, having beaten Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by five wickets in the previous fixture.
They’re ranked second on the points table with four wins from five matches, having eight points to their name. On the other hand, Delhi are coming into the game, having lost their last fixture against Chennai Super Kings (CSK). They’re ranked fifth on the points table with two wins from four matches, having four points to their name.
Delhi will be eager to bounce back with a win in the upcoming fixture, while RCB will hope to continue their momentum and rise to the top of the points table with another win.
RCB vs DC Match Info
| Date | Fixture | Match No | Venue | Start time (Local time) |
| Saturday, April 18 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals | 26 | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | 3:30 PM |
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Stats in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 103 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 44 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 55 (including one tie won by side bowling first) |
| No Result | 4 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 174 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 157 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 287/3 (20) by SRH vs RCB, 2024 |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 82/10 (15.1) by RCB vs KKR, 2008 |
| Highest Score Chased | 213 [213/9 in 20 overs] by LSG vs RCB, 2023 |
| Lowest Score Defended | 138 (20) by PBKS vs RCB, 2017 |
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Pitch Report and Playing Conditions:
| Aspect | Batters | Pacers | Spinners |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Assistance | Good | Favourable | Decent |
| Bounce | Good | Good | Decent |
| Movement | Good | Minimal after powerplay | Minimal |
| Best Phase | Almost Throughout | With new ball | Middle Overs |
RCB vs DC Head-to-Head record in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 33 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 20 |
| Delhi Capitals | 12 |
| No Result | 1 |
RCB vs DC Playing 11 with Impact sub
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Virat Kohli, Philip Salt, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(c), Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma, Rasikh Salam Dar
Delhi Capitals
Pathum Nissanka, KL Rahul(w), Sameer Rizvi, Axar Patel(c), David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Ashutosh Sharma, Auqib Nabi Dar, Lungi Ngidi, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan, Mukesh Kumar
Players to watch out for in RCB vs DC
Tim David
The right-handed batter has been in explosive form in the ongoing season, having scored 147 runs from four innings so far. David will be eager to rip apart Delhi’s bowling fixture and help RCB register a hat-trick of victories.
Auqib Nabi Dar
The Jamu & Kashmir pacer made his IPL debut in the previous fixture against Chennai Super Kings, but failed to leave an impact in his two overs. Nabi would be raring to silence his detractors in the upcoming fixture with a menacing spell at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
Today's Match Prediction: Royal Challengers Bengaluru to win
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on current form, team balance, and available match data. Cricket remains unpredictable, and actual results may vary.
