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IPL 2026 • Match 23
Delhi CapitalsDelhi CapitalsHome
VS
Sunrisers HyderabadSunrisers HyderabadAway
15 April 2026 03:30 pm IST Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

DC vs SRH Match Preview

DC's spin twins Axar and Kuldeep will relish the Kotla surface against SRH's aggressive batting. Rishabh Pant vs Pat Cummins adds an Australian connection to this Delhi showdown. SRH's power hitters will need to adapt to the slower conditions.

Why You Should Watch This Match

  • 1Rishabh Pant vs Pat Cummins — India vs Australia rivalry continues
  • 2Kuldeep Yadav at Kotla — his favourite hunting ground
  • 3Travis Head's aggressive approach vs Kotla's slow surface
  • 4Afternoon match — no dew, spin will dominate

DC vs SRH Head to Head Record

9
DC Wins
20
Total Matches
11
SRH Wins
45%
55%
View detailed head-to-head stats

Kotla Pitch Report

BalancedAvg 1st Innings: 165-175

The Kotla offers a slower surface that assists spinners. The pitch tends to grip and turn, making wrist spinners particularly effective. Scores of 160-170 are competitive here.

Toss Decision

Bat first in afternoon matches. The pitch slows down further in the second innings, making chasing difficult.

Key Player Battle

Rishabh Pant vs Pat Cummins

Delhi Capitals

DC Key Players

  • Rishabh Pant
  • David Warner
  • Jake Fraser-McGurk
  • Axar Patel
  • Kuldeep Yadav
Sunrisers Hyderabad

SRH Key Players

  • Travis Head
  • Heinrich Klaasen
  • Pat Cummins
  • Abhishek Sharma
  • Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Fantasy Cricket

DC vs SRH Dream11 Prediction

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is DC vs SRH IPL 2026?

Delhi Capitals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad IPL 2026 Match 23 is scheduled for 15 April 2026 at 10:00 am IST at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.

What is the DC vs SRH head to head record?

In 20 IPL encounters, Sunrisers Hyderabad leads 11-9. There have been 0 no results.

What is the pitch report for DC vs SRH at Kotla?

The Kotla offers a slower surface that assists spinners. The pitch tends to grip and turn, making wrist spinners particularly effective. Scores of 160-170 are competitive here.

Who will win DC vs SRH IPL 2026 Match 23?

Based on current form, squad strength, and venue conditions, this promises to be a closely contested match. Check our detailed prediction and Dream11 tips for expert analysis.

What is the average score at Kotla?

The average first innings score at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi is approximately 165-175. Both bat and ball are competitive at this venue.

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Last updated: 31 March 2026. All match timings are in IST. Playing XIs will be confirmed at the toss.