IPL Match Today, RCB vs DC: Predicted playing XI, head-to-head, pitch report, Bengaluru weather update

In IPL 2026, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will host the Delhi Capitals (DC) today on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru have been one of the standout teams this season, winning 4 of their 5 matches and sitting second on the table. Their batting unit, led by Virat Kohli and captain Rajat Patidar, has been in excellent form, complemented by a well-rounded bowling attack by Bhuvneshwar and Krunal.

In contrast, Delhi Capitals have had a mixed campaign, with 2 wins in 4 matches. Despite having match-winners like David Miller and Tristan Stubbs, inconsistency has been a major concern. Delhi Capitals will aiming to bounce back with Rahul going to play again in his home ground Bengaluru.

RCB vs DC: Head-to-Head

• Matches played: 33
• Royal Challengers Bengaluru won: 20
• Delhi Capitals won: 12
• No result: 1

RCB vs DC Today IPL Match: Pitch Report

For the RCB vs DC match, the pitch at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is expected to be a classic "batting paradise" with short boundaries and a flat surface favoring high scores. The surface is hard and devoid of grass, providing consistent pace and bounce that allows stroke-makers to play through the line freely.

RCB vs DC IPL Match: Bengaluru Weather Update

For the RCB vs DC match, the weather in Bengaluru is expected to be a hot afternoon transitioning into a pleasant evening at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Conditions will be hot and sunny with a peak temperature of 35°C to 36°C, Fans can expect a steady decline from 35°C at the start to about 30°C by the end of the match

RCB vs DC: Predicted Playing XIs

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Playing XI): Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Jitesh Sharma (WK), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Salam Dar

Impact Player: Suyash Sharma

Delhi Capitals (Playing XI): Pathum Nissanka, KL Rahul (wk), Sameer Rizvi, Axar Patel (c), David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Auqib Nabi Dar, Lungi Ngidi, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan, Mukesh Kumar

Impact Player: Ashutosh Sharma