IPL 2020: RR vs DC Preview – Rajasthan look to stop their losing streak

Steve Smith’s Rajasthan Royals and Shreyas Iyer’s Delhi Capitals will take on each other at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Match 23 of IPL 2020. Rajasthan Royals have 2 wins to their name in 5 matches, while Delhi Capitals have 4 wins in just 5 matches. MI defeated Rajasthan by 57 runs in Abu Dhabi earlier this week. Meanwhile, DC went past Royal Challengers Bangalore by 59 runs at the same venue.

Rajasthan Royals have had a mixed start to the campaign. They lost two matches after consecutive wins before being outplayed by Mumbai Indians. They are heavily reliant on their top-order and Jofra Archer. Delhi Capitals, on the other hand, have been exceptional so far and seem to have covered all bases. They will be keen on continuing their good run in the tournament.

Match Info:

Match 23- RR vs DC

Venue- Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah

Time – 7:30 PM IST

Head To Head:

Stat Attack:

Delhi Capitals have defeated Rajasthan Royals three times in their last three encounters.

Rajasthan Royals have registered both their victories in this season at Sharjah.

Rishabh Pant vs Jofra Archer – 25 runs, 12 balls, 0 dismissals.

Team News:

Rajasthan Royals:

Captain Steve Smith and Sanju Samson have been heavily criticized by fans and critics for a string of low-scores in three consecutive games. Rajasthan would be pleased with Jos Buttler’s return to form and shall hope that it continues for the rest of the season. Ben Stokes will not play this match and will be available from October 10.

Delhi Capitals:

Delhi Capitals are one of the teams that have all their bases covered. All the players with the exception of Shimron Hetmyer have been chipping in with valuable contributions. An official talked about the importance of Ajinkya Rahane, and that they are not looking at a mid-season transfer for him. Amit Mishra bids adieu to the team after his finger injury.

Probable XI: