Delhi Capitals (DC) and Gujarat Titans (GT) will face each other in the 14th match of the ongoing IPL 2026. This article provides information on the probable playing XI for the DC vs GT clash, probable team combinations, team news and key players to watch out for in Delhi.
This IPL 2026 Match 14 between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Gujarat Titans (GT) is scheduled to take place on April 7, 2026 at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. They have faced each other 7 times so far in the IPL, with GT winning 4 games while DC managed to win 3.
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DC vs GT Team News
Delhi Capitals are looking strong in all areas and will be aiming to continue their winning streak after consecutive wins in the ongoing IPL 2026, while Gujarat Titans are yet to open their account.
Mitchell Starc is unavailable for DC as the premier fast bowler is still recovering from shoulder and elbow injuries. KL Rahul’s form is a matter of great concern for Delhi at this time. One positive news is that Shubman Gill is likely to make a comeback in this match after recovering from muscle cramps and neck stiffness.
IPL 2026, Match 14: DC Playing XI vs GT
Openers: KL Rahul, Pathum Nissanka
KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka will play a big role for Delhi Capitals against Gujarat Titans. They will have to handle the new ball carefully against GT’s strong attack of Mohammed Siraj and Kagison Rabada. Nissanka will look to attack early and increase the run rate, while Rahul will have to remain calm, bat deep and take the innings forward after a poor start to this season.
Middle-order batsmen and all-rounders: Nitish Rana, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Sameer Rizvi, Axar Patel, Vipraj Nigam
Delhi Capitals’ middle-order and all-rounders will once again be their biggest strength. It is expected that Sameer Rizvi will once again take the lead with explosive batting. Tristan Stubbs and David Miller add strength in the middle and death overs.
Nitish Rana will take care of GT’s spin attack and keep the left-right mix going, while Axar Patel will provide balance with both bat and ball. Vipraraj Nigam provides additional bowling options lower down the order as well as explosive batting. Their combined firepower and control make DC a dangerous side.
Bowlers: Lungi Ngidi, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan
Delhi Capitals’ chances at the batting-friendly Arun Jaitley Stadium hinge on their bowling trio. Lungi Ngidi will aim to break down GT’s top order, while Kuldeep Yadav will apply the pressure with smart variations in the middle overs. T Natarajan will take charge of the death overs with his accurate yorkers.
Probable XI of Delhi Capitals: KL Rahul (wk), Pathum Nissanka, Nitish Rana, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Sameer Rizvi, Axar Patel (c), Vipraj Nigam, Lungi Ngidi, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan.
12th player: Mukesh Kumar
IPL 2026, Match 14: GT Playing XI vs DC
Openers: Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler
Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler have the power to shake up any bowling attack, so their performance could decide the match for Gujarat Titans against Delhi Capitals.
Buttler likes to play big innings from the first over, hitting boundaries and increasing the run rate in no time while Gill brings calmness and keeps the innings steady. GT openers balance aggression and control perfectly, and DC will aim to remove them as quickly as possible.
Middle-order batsmen and all-rounders: Sai Sudarshan, Glenn Phillips, Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan
The middle order is the backbone of Gujarat Titans. Sai Sudarshan opens the innings at No. 3, while Glenn Phillips brings big hitting power and will be key to GT’s chances of putting up a big score. GT will also be hoping that Washington Sundar will contribute with his off-spin bowling and batting.
Rahul Tewatia is a death over hitter and can surprise any attack on his day. Rashid Khan will lead the spin attack, but he can also score some valuable runs, making him a major weapon for GT.
Bowlers: Kagiso Rabada, Ashok Sharma, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna
Gujarat Titans’ pace attack will aim to put pressure on Delhi Capitals right from the start by taking full advantage of the bounce at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Kagiso Rabada will aim to demolish DC’s top order with pace and bounce in this IPL 2026 encounter.
Mohammed Siraj spins the new ball and brings intensity to the powerplay. Prasidh Krishna will target leading batsmen like Sameer Rizvi. The fourth seamer is Ashok Sharma. They can dominate the DC batting order and help GT register their first win of this season.
Gujarat Titans Probable XI: Shubman Gill (captain), Jos Buttler (wicketkeeper), Sai Sudarshan, Glenn Phillips, Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Ashok Sharma, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna.
12th player: jason holder
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