The Arun Jaitley Stadium is gearing up for a thrilling Sunday evening showdown as the high-flying Delhi Capitals take on the struggling Mumbai Indians in Match 29 of IPL 2025.
Delhi have been the team to beat this season. Riding on a wave of four consecutive victories, the Capitals remain unbeaten and have firmly stamped their authority early in the campaign. Their latest outing saw them dismantle Royal Challengers Bengaluru with ease, adding momentum to their impressive run.
Mumbai Indians, on the other hand, are in desperate need of a turnaround. With just one win in five games, the five-time champions find themselves languishing near the bottom of the table. However, if there’s one thing MI are known for, it’s their ability to bounce back when it matters most. As desperation collides with Delhi’s dominance, fans can expect fireworks in this high-stakes clash.
Match Details
Match: Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians, Match 29, IPL 2025
Date: Sunday, April 13,
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Broadcast: Star Sports Network
Live Stream: JioHotstar (App & Website)
Pitch and Weather Report
The Arun Jaitley Stadium has undergone a transformation in recent seasons, now offering one of the most batting-friendly tracks in the league. With true bounce and pace, batters are likely to enjoy their time out in the middle. Totals in excess of 200 are common here, though spinners still come into play in the second innings when the surface begins to slow down.
Weather-wise, conditions are ideal for cricket. The forecast for Sunday evening is clear and dry, with temperatures around 29°C and low humidity. Dew is unlikely to influence proceedings, setting the stage for an uninterrupted, high-scoring contest.
Team Previews
Delhi Capitals
Led with composure by Axar Patel, DC have struck the right balance this season. KL Rahul has anchored the batting line-up with 185 runs, while Mitchell Starc and Kuldeep Yadav have been key with the ball, bagging 9 and 8 wickets respectively. Faf du Plessis remains a doubtful starter, but the explosive pairing of Jake Fraser-McGurk and Tristan Stubbs has added plenty of spark.
Mumbai Indians
In contrast, MI have struggled to find consistency. Suryakumar Yadav is their top scorer with 199 runs, while Hardik Pandya has chipped in with 81 runs and 10 wickets, showcasing his all-round abilities. Tilak Varma continues to impress, but the bowling attack has lacked punch. Veterans Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult must step up if MI are to tame Delhi’s fiery batting order.
Suggested Dream11 Fantasy Team – Option 2
Wicketkeepers: KL Rahul (vc), Ryan Rickelton
Batters: Suryakumar Yadav, Faf du Plessis, Tilak Varma, Tristan Stubbs
All-rounders: Hardik Pandya (c), Axar Patel, Naman Dhir
Bowlers: Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav