Rcb बनाम dc: RCB vs DC: April 18 Match Preview

By Ananya Rao / 19.04.2026

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will take on the Delhi Capitals (DC) on April 18, 2026. The match is set to begin at 03:30 PM IST at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. RCB and DC each won one match against each other in the previous IPL season.

In their last encounter, RCB chased down a target of 163 runs in just 18.3 overs, winning by six wickets. David Miller played a crucial role in DC’s previous victory against RCB, which was decided in the last over—a thrilling finish that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

The pitch at M Chinnaswamy Stadium is known for being high-scoring and typically favors teams chasing targets. Teams batting first generally need to score a minimum of 200 runs to feel secure.

Historically, RCB has a favorable head-to-head record against DC, with 20 wins compared to DC’s 12 victories. One match between the two teams ended without a result.

Probable playing XI for RCB includes star players like Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar. On the other hand, DC may field KL Rahul, Axar Patel, and David Miller.

This match will be broadcasted live on Star Sports and JioHotstar. Fans are eager to see if RCB can continue its winning momentum or if DC will reclaim dominance.

Predictions favor RCB to win this matchup based on their recent form and historical performance against DC.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding any last-minute changes to the squads or conditions leading up to the match.