DC vs MI IPL 2025 Match Prediction: Pant’s Comeback vs Pandya’s Leadership
The blockbuster DC vs MI IPL 2025 afternoon clash promises fireworks as Delhi Capitals host Mumbai Indians at Arun Jaitley Stadium. Our expert prediction analyzes Rishabh Pant’s return, team strengths, and winning probabilities for this April 13 showdown.
📌 Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Teams | Delhi Capitals (DC) vs Mumbai Indians (MI) |
| Match | IPL 2025 – Group Stage |
| Venue | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| Date & Time | April 13, 2025, 3:30 PM IST |
| Live Broadcast | Star Sports Network & JioCinema |
🏟️ DC vs MI: Head-to-Head Record
| Stat | DC | MI |
|---|---|---|
| Total Matches | 32 | 32 |
| Wins | 13 | 19 |
| Last Meeting | MI won by 6 wickets (IPL 2024) | |
| Highest Total | MI 218/7 (2021) | |
| Lowest Total | DC 66 (2017) | |
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🌦️ Weather Forecast (Delhi)
| Time | Conditions | Rain Chance |
|---|---|---|
| Afternoon | Sunny | 5% |
| Evening | Clear Skies | 0% |
🏏 Arun Jaitley Stadium Pitch Report
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Avg. 1st Innings Score | 165-175 (Day Game) |
| Batting 1st Win % | 58% |
| Best Bowling Type | Spinners (Middle Overs) |
| Toss Preference | Bat First (62% success rate in day games) |
📋 Predicted Playing XI (Based on IPL 2025 Auction)
| Position | Player | Role | IPL 2025 Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David Warner | Batter | ₹9.5 Cr |
| 2 | Prithvi Shaw | Batter | ₹8 Cr |
| 3 | Rishabh Pant (c & wk) | WK-Batter | ₹16 Cr (Retained) |
| 4 | Mitchell Marsh | All-rounder | ₹12 Cr |
| 5 | Tristan Stubbs | Finisher | ₹7 Cr |
| 6 | Axar Patel | All-rounder | ₹9 Cr |
| 7 | Kuldeep Yadav | Spinner | ₹10 Cr |
| 8 | Anrich Nortje | Bowler | ₹11 Cr |
| 9 | Khaleel Ahmed | Bowler | ₹6 Cr |
| 10 | Mukesh Kumar | Bowler | ₹5 Cr |
| 11 | Ishant Sharma | Bowler | ₹4 Cr |
| Impact Sub | Lalit Yadav | All-rounder | ₹3 Cr |
| Position | Player | Role | IPL 2025 Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rohit Sharma | Batter | ₹15 Cr |
| 2 | Ishan Kishan (wk) | WK-Batter | ₹12 Cr |
| 3 | Suryakumar Yadav | Batter | ₹14 Cr (Retained) |
| 4 | Hardik Pandya (c) | All-rounder | ₹16 Cr |
| 5 | Tim David | Finisher | ₹10 Cr |
| 6 | Nehal Wadhera | Batter | ₹4 Cr |
| 7 | Jasprit Bumrah | Bowler | ₹18 Cr (Retained) |
| 8 | Piyush Chawla | Spinner | ₹5 Cr |
| 9 | Jason Behrendorff | Bowler | ₹7 Cr |
| 10 | Akash Madhwal | Bowler | ₹6 Cr |
| 11 | Kumar Kartikeya | Spinner | ₹3 Cr |
| Impact Sub | Dewald Brevis | Batter | ₹8 Cr |
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| Matchup | Stats Insight |
|---|---|
| Rishabh Pant vs Jasprit Bumrah | Pant’s strike rate: 122 vs Bumrah |
| Rohit Sharma vs Anrich Nortje | Rohit avg. 18 vs 145+ kph pace |
| Suryakumar Yadav vs Kuldeep Yadav | SKY’s strike rate: 190 vs wrist spin |
| Hardik Pandya vs Axar Patel | Pandya’s weak link against left-arm orthodox |
📊 Match Prediction Scenarios
| Scenario | Predicted Outcome |
|---|---|
| DC bats first (170+) | MI falls short by 10-12 runs |
| MI bats first (180+) | DC wins by 5 wickets |
| Low-scoring game (<150) | MI’s experience prevails |
🎯 Final Prediction & Betting Odds
Likely Winner: Mumbai Indians (52% chance)
Top Performer: Suryakumar Yadav (MI)
Dark Horse: Tristan Stubbs (DC)
Best Bowler: Jasprit Bumrah (MI)
Toss Prediction: MI wins toss, chooses to field
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📢 Why MI Might Win?
- Superior head-to-head record (19-13)
- Stronger middle order (SKY + Hardik + Tim David)
- Jasprit Bumrah’s death bowling prowess
📢 Why DC Could Upset?
- Home advantage at Arun Jaitley Stadium
- Rishabh Pant’s explosive return to form
- Better spin attack (Kuldeep + Axar)
🏆 Fantasy Cricket Tips
Must-haves: Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Jasprit Bumrah
Budget Picks: Tristan Stubbs, Akash Madhwal
Captain/Vice-Captain: Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant
📌 Final Verdict
A closely contested match expected in Delhi, but MI’s experience in crunch situations gives them a slight edge. DC’s power hitters could turn the game if they post 180+.
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