IPL 2026 Match Preview: Delhi Capitals Opt to Bowl First Against Gujarat Titans
Delhi Capitals Opt to Bowl First Against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Clash
Updated: Apr 9, 2026, 09:53 AM IST
In a thrilling encounter at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, Axar Patel’s Delhi Capitals won the toss and chose to bowl first against Shubman Gill’s Gujarat Titans in Match No. 14 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.
Both teams have experienced contrasting fortunes in their IPL campaigns so far. The Delhi Capitals have made a strong start, winning their first two matches and sitting comfortably with four points. In stark contrast, the Gujarat Titans are still searching for their first win after suffering defeats against the Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals.
The toss has historically played a significant role in the outcomes of matches, particularly for these two teams. Last season, the Delhi Capitals struggled at home, winning only two out of five tosses and failing to convert those into victories. Their decision to bowl first in those matches did not yield the desired results, as they lost by narrow margins.
Delhi Capitals at Home in IPL 2025:
- Tosses won: 2/5
- Matches won after toss win: 0/2
On the other hand, the Gujarat Titans showcased a remarkable record in away games last season. Under Shubman Gill’s leadership, they won four out of four matches after winning the toss and opting to bowl first. This trend has made them a formidable opponent when the coin flip goes their way.
Gujarat Titans in Away Games in IPL 2025:
- Overall tosses won: 7
- Matches won after toss win: 5/7
- Tosses won away from home: 4/7
- Matches won after toss win away: 4/4
As the teams prepare for this crucial match, fans are eager to see if the toss will once again dictate the flow of the game.
Predicted Playing XI:
Delhi Capitals:
- Pathum Nissanka
- KL Rahul (WK)
- Nitish Rana
- Tristan Stubbs
- David Miller
- Axar Patel (C)
- Sameer Rizvi
- Vipraj Nigam
- Mukesh Kumar
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Lungi Ngidi
Impact Player: T. Natarajan
Gujarat Titans:
- Shubman Gill (C)
- Sai Sudharsan
- Jos Buttler (WK)
- Glenn Phillips
- Washington Sundar
- Shahrukh Khan
- Rahul Tewatia
- Rashid Khan
- Kagiso Rabada
- Ashok Sharma
- Mohammed Siraj
Impact Player: Prasidh Krishna
As the match unfolds, all eyes will be on the performances of both teams, especially how they adapt to the conditions and the impact of the toss on the game’s outcome. Will the Delhi Capitals maintain their winning streak, or will the Gujarat Titans finally find their footing in this year’s IPL? Stay tuned for an exciting showdown!