Delhi Capitals will take on Gujarat Titans in Match 14 of IPL 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. Delhi come into this contest with confidence after securing two wins, while Gujarat are still looking to get off the mark following consecutive losses.
At this early stage of the tournament, both teams are still working on finding their best combinations. For Delhi, the goal will be to maintain their winning rhythm, whereas Gujarat will be under pressure to secure their first points and avoid falling behind.
Delhi’s batting has been heavily influenced by the strong performances of Sameer Rizvi, who has been in excellent touch. Meanwhile, their bowling attack has delivered consistent performances across all phases. Gujarat, however, have faced challenges in the middle order, despite their top-order batters providing decent starts. With the pitch in Delhi likely to assist batters, key individual battles could end up deciding the outcome.
KL Rahul vs Mohammed Siraj
KL Rahul hasn’t made a major impact yet this season, but his experience and impressive IPL record, averaging over 45, make him a vital player at the top. He is known for building innings and controlling the tempo during the power play.
On the other hand, Mohammed Siraj is a bowler who thrives with the new ball. With more than 70 IPL wickets and a solid average, he is particularly effective in the opening overs. An early breakthrough from Siraj could disrupt Delhi’s batting plan, but if Rahul settles in, he can anchor the innings and put Delhi in a strong position.
Shubman Gill vs Lungi Ngidi
For the Gujarat Titans, Shubman Gill remains their most dependable batter, even though he hasn’t delivered a big performance yet this season. He managed a modest score in his only outing and is returning after a minor injury, which adds importance to his role at the top.
Lungi Ngidi has been effective for Delhi with his pace and ability to generate bounce. Gill’s strength lies in his timing and shot selection, but Ngidi’s disciplined bowling could challenge him early. If Gill survives the powerplay, Gujarat’s chances of building a strong total improve significantly.
Sameer Rizvi vs Rashid Khan
The middle overs battle between Sameer Rizvi and Rashid Khan could be the turning point of the match. Rizvi has been one of the standout performers so far, scoring 160 runs in just two innings and playing a crucial role in Delhi’s victories.
However, Rashid Khan brings a completely different level of challenge. He has an excellent record against the Delhi Capitals, with 21 wickets at an economy rate of 6.48. While Rizvi has shown confidence against spin, handling Rashid’s variations and control will be a true test of his form.
