IPL 2025: Arun Jaitley Stadium Pitch Report & Stats Ahead of DC vs RCB Match

Delhi Capitals (DC) will take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 46 of the IPL 2025 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on April 27. As both teams look to firm up their playoff ambitions, the evening promises an exciting clash at one of the league’s most batter-friendly venues.

The Arun Jaitley Stadium has traditionally offered high-scoring encounters, with an average first innings score of 173. Teams chasing have had a slight edge historically, winning 45 matches compared to 44 by teams batting first. In IPL 2025, the Delhi pitch has seen a successful defence of 205 and a dramatic Super Over win defending 188, suggesting that batting first and putting up a strong total could still be a viable strategy.

For this clash, the pitch has a slight green tinge but is still expected to assist free-flowing strokeplay. With a fair amount of grass cover, the chances of reverse swing are minimal, making it a surface where batters should dominate from start to finish. A total of around 200 could be par here given recent trends.

While Delhi Capitals have adapted well to their home conditions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s explosive batting unit, packed with power-hitters, will feel right at home on a surface tailor-made for runs. Slight advantage, however, lies with DC, who have recent experience of defending totals effectively at this venue

IPL Stats at Arun Jaitley Stadium

• Matches Played: 92
• Matches Won Batting First: 44
• Matches Won Batting Second: 45
• Matches With No Result: 1
• Matches Tied: 2
• Average First Innings Score: 173
• Highest Team Total: 266
• Highest Total Successfully Chased: 219