Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi Pitch Report, Weather Report For DC vs CSK- IPL 2026, Match 48

Delhi pitch and weather report for DC vs CSK [Source: AFP]

The Delhi Capitals will host five-time champions Chennai Super Kings at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Match 48 of IPL 2026 on May 5, at 7:30 PM (IST).

Ahead of the fixture, both teams have 4 wins and 5 defeats in 9 matches each as they fight for a spot in the playoffs. CSK is placed 6th on the table, followed by DC at number 7, with only the net run-rate separating them.

Looking at the forms, CSK have won three of their last 5 games, winning alternate matches, while DC have won two of their last five. Both teams rely on their top orders to do the bulk of the scoring, and looking at the bowling lineups, DC hold an edge, considering the injury-laden Super Kings' roster.

As the sides look to solidify the top-4 claim, we explore the pitch and weather report for the match in Delhi.

Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi Pitch Report for DC vs CSK- IPL 2026, Match 48

(Arun Jaitley Stadium IPL stats)

The Arun Jaitley Stadium has hosted 101 IPL matches ahead of the DC vs CSK game in IPL 2026, where 47 have been won batting first, and 51 have been won chasing. Over the past few matches, this venue has seen 265 being chased down, while in the very next match, DC were bowled out for 75 as well.

Overall, it should be a good wicket to bat on, considering the recent results, where the teams have preferred chasing targets. Pacers have picked 65.53 per cent of wickets here, and the spinners have played the second fiddle with 34.27 per cent of wickets. While the average run rate through its history has been 8.66, this season, it has gone past 10 runs per over.

Also Read: Not Virat Kohli, ‘This’ Player Named The New King Of IPL

Delhi Weather Report for DC vs CSK- IPL 2026, Match 48

At the end of a hot day, where the temperature is expected to be 33°C, the night is going to be pleasant at 23°C during the match timing. It could be humid, and a bit of dew could be observed as the match progresses, but there will be no rain interruptions during the match, with only 1 per cent probability of precipitation.

The cloud cover of 5 per cent is not expected to have any effects on the match, and overall, a complete 40-over match is expected to be played.

Conclusion

Both DC and CSK are in contention for playoff spots after CSK's recent wins, and this is a 4-pointer, where the losing team's chances of qualification will take a jolt. The seamers with a new ball are expected to find some movement, but as the match progresses, it will get easier to score the runs in these conditions.

In what is expected to be a seamless match, the hosts, Delhi Capitals, hold an edge over the visiting CSK.

Also Read: Shivam Dube To Be Dropped? CSK Strongest XI vs DC- IPL 2026, Match 48