Will Du Plessis Shine Again? Bethell Makes His IPL Debut as RCB Chooses to Bowl First Against DC
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Synopsis
Match 46 of the IPL 2025 sees <b>RCB</b> taking on <b>DC</b>, with both teams vying for the top spot in the points table. <b>Faf du Plessis</b> returns for <b>DC</b> while <b>Jacob Bethell</b> makes his debut. Who will emerge victorious in this thrilling encounter?
Key Takeaways
- Faf du Plessis returns for DC after injury.
- Jacob Bethell debuts for RCB.
- RCB wins toss and chooses to bowl first.
- The match is crucial for points table positioning.
- Pitch conditions are dry with short boundaries.
New Delhi, April 27 (NationPress) Faf du Plessis returns to the lineup for Delhi Capitals (DC), while England's batting all-rounder Jacob Bethell is set to make his debut in the IPL. This comes as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won the toss and opted to bowl first in match 46 of the ongoing tournament at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday.
The winner of this match, featuring the second-placed DC and third-ranked RCB, will take the lead in the points table, surpassing Gujarat Titans (GT). In their last face-off, KL Rahul scored an unbeaten 93, leading DC to a remarkable six-wicket victory over RCB at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on April 10.
Upon winning the toss, RCB captain Rajat Patidar announced that Bethell is stepping in for his compatriot Phil Salt, who is unwell. “The wicket appears to be excellent for batting, and I don't anticipate much change. We prefer chasing, and we aim to maintain our good performance at home. We're continuously trying to improve with each match,” he stated.
Du Plessis is making a comeback after missing the last four games due to a groin injury. Captain Axar Patel expressed a desire to bat first had he won the toss, mentioning that the Impact Player will be determined accordingly, with Ashutosh Sharma designated as an impact substitute. “In our last game against RR, there was no dew, but there was some during the match against Mumbai,” he added.
Today’s match is set to take place on pitch number four at the stadium, previously used in DC's match against Mumbai Indians (MI) on April 13, where DC won by 12 runs. The pitch report indicated a very dry surface with no live grass. The square boundaries measure 58m and 66m, while the straight boundary is 71m.
Playing XIs
Delhi Capitals: Faf du Plessis, Abishek Porel, Karun Nair, KL Rahul (wk), Axar Patel (captain), Tristan Stubbs, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Dushmantha Chameera, Kuldeep Yadav, and Mukesh Kumar
Impact Substitutes: Ashutosh Sharma, Mohit Sharma, Jake Fraser McGurk, Madhav Tiwari, and Tripurana Vijay
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Virat Kohli, Jacob Bethell, Rajat Patidar (captain), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Suyash Sharma, Josh Hazlewood, and Yash Dayal
Impact Substitutes: Devdutt Padikkal, Liam Livingstone, Rasikh Dar Salam, Manoj Bhandage, and Swapnil Singh
Point of View
I observe that the return of Faf du Plessis and the debut of Jacob Bethell adds significant intrigue to this match. Both teams are in contention for the top spot, which amplifies the stakes. This match is not just about the game; it's about showcasing the talent and resilience of the players involved.
NationPress
24/05/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is making his IPL debut in this match?
Jacob Bethell is making his IPL debut for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
What injury caused Faf du Plessis to miss previous matches?
Faf du Plessis missed the last four matches due to a groin injury.
Which team won the toss in today's match?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won the toss and chose to bowl first.
What is the significance of this match for the points table?
The winner of this match will take the top position in the points table, surpassing Gujarat Titans.
