Rajasthan Royals face Delhi Capitals in Match 43 of IPL 2026 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur on May 1, and the stakes are quietly massive.
Rajasthan is cruising at 6 wins from 9 with a solid +0.617 NRR, while Delhi is stuck at 3 wins in 8 and slipping fast. This is not just another league game; it is momentum vs survival. RR brings stability and firepower, DC brings pressure and inconsistency.
Add a rivalry where Delhi leads 16-15 and often edges tight games, and you get a contest that can flip fast if RR don’t stay sharp.
RR vs DC Match 43 Match Details
Key details for Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Capitals including date, time, venue, and match context.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Capitals, Match 43 |
| Date | 1 May 2026 (Friday) |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| Series | Indian Premier League 2026 |
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RR vs DC Head-to-Head Record (IPL)
Recent head-to-head record between Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals in IPL.
| Matches | RR Wins | DC Wins |
|---|---|---|
| 31 | 15 | 16 |
Delhi Capitals hold a slight edge with 16 wins compared to Rajasthan’s 15. The rivalry remains closely contested, with several matches decided by narrow margins including a Super Over finish in 2025.
Weather Report for RR vs DC, IPL 2026 Match 43
Weather conditions for the RR vs DC match including temperature, humidity, and rain chances.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Temperature | Around 33.5°C |
| Sky | Mostly sunny |
| Rain Chance | 1% chance |
| Humidity | 33% |
| Overall | Hot conditions; minimal rain threat |
Pitch Report for Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
Pitch conditions at Sawai Mansingh Stadium including average scores, surface behavior, and toss impact.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Balanced to batting-friendly |
| Avg 1st Inns Score | 166 |
| Avg 2nd Inns Score | 153 |
| Win Bat First | 35% |
| Win Bowl First | 65% |
The surface has been slightly favorable for chasing teams, with 65% of matches won while bowling first.
Pace bowlers have taken 66% of wickets compared to 34% for spinners, indicating early assistance for seamers. Scores around 160–180 are competitive at this venue.
Injury Updates for RR vs DC
Rajasthan Royals: Sam Curran is ruled out for the season with a groin injury, replaced by Dasun Shanaka. Shimron Hetmyer and Ravi Bishnoi remain uncertain after missing the last match.
Delhi Capitals: Lungi Ngidi is doubtful due to concussion protocols after a head injury. Rasikh Salam is also doubtful. Mitchell Starc has joined the squad and is available.
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