PBKS vs DC Match 55 Preview: Shreyas Iyer Hosts Axar's Delhi

Punjab Kings take on Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026 Match 55 at PCA Stadium, Mullanpur — a fixture that could swing the playoff math. With Shreyas Iyer captaining Punjab Kings and Axar Patel leading Delhi Capitals, we cover the pitch, predicted XIs, key battles, Dream11 captain picks and our prediction.

Match Overview

Match: Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals — IPL 2026 Match 55 Venue: PCA Stadium, Mullanpur Date: See the IPL 2026 schedule for exact start time. Broadcast: Star Sports Network, JioHotstar (free mobile).

Points table context

As of 22 April 2026, Punjab Kings sit atop the table, with RCB, RR and SRH chasing them. Bottom half: DC, MI, GT, CSK, LSG and KKR are all fighting for the remaining playoff slots. For live math, see our IPL 2026 points table and mid-season analysis.

Punjab Kings form

Under Shreyas Iyer, Punjab Kings feature Shreyas Iyer, Glenn Maxwell, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh. For their bowling depth, see IPL 2026 best bowling attack mid-season.

Delhi Capitals form

Delhi Capitals under Axar Patel bring Axar Patel, Tristan Stubbs, Kuldeep Yadav, Fraser-McGurk to the table. For how their middle order stacks up, browse our team squad analysis hub.

Pitch report — PCA Stadium, Mullanpur

New Mullanpur surface offers true bounce and large boundaries. Mohali pitch report.

Key battles

1. Shreyas Iyer vs Mitchell Starc — decides the powerplay shape.
2. Axar Patel vs Shashank Singh — top-order anchor vs new-ball specialist.
3. Spin overs 8–14 — read our IPL 2026 spin vs pace data for the league-wide picture.

Predicted XIs

Punjab Kings

1. Shreyas Iyer (c)
2. Glenn Maxwell
3. Yuzvendra Chahal
4. Arshdeep Singh
5. Prabhsimran Singh
6. Shashank Singh

Delhi Capitals

1. Axar Patel (c)
2. Tristan Stubbs
3. Kuldeep Yadav
4. Fraser-McGurk
5. Mitchell Starc

Head-to-head

Check our Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals all-time comparison for the career win-loss math.

Dream11 captain picks

1. Shreyas Iyer — high-volume runs floor.
2. Axar Patel — opposition top-order specialist.
3. Yuzvendra Chahal — differential play.

For method: Dream11 captain picks strategy.

Prediction

Slight edge to Punjab Kings on current form. The toss — and dew — will decide it.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals Match 55?

See our live IPL 2026 schedule for the latest date-time.

Where is Match 55 being played?

PCA Stadium, Mullanpur.

Who are the captains?

Shreyas Iyer for Punjab Kings; Axar Patel for Delhi Capitals.

Where can I watch the match live?

Star Sports Network (TV) and JioHotstar (streaming, free mobile).

Who should I pick as Dream11 captain?

Shreyas Iyer or Axar Patel — see captain-picks strategy.

The takeaway

Bookmark the IPL 2026 points table, live schedule, and Dream11 tools. CricJosh refreshes every hub after every match.