by Cricket lovers, brace yourselves for another thrilling encounter in the Indian Premier League as PBKS vs DC (IPL 2025) Match 66 takes center stage on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, starting at 7:30 PM IST. While Punjab Kings (PBKS) are on a mission to secure a top-two finish, Delhi Capitals (DC) will be playing for pride in what promises to be a fiery contest filled with big hits, bold moves, and strategic brilliance.
Let’s break down everything you need to know—Dream11 fantasy tips, pitch report, key players, and how to catch the action live.
Team Status – Who Holds the Edge?
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
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Points Table: 3rd with 8 wins in 12 matches
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Playoff Status: Qualified
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Objective: Win and push for top-two finish
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Momentum: Coming off a big win against Rajasthan Royals
Delhi Capitals (DC)
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Points Table: Out of playoff contention with 5 wins in 13 matches
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Objective: Finish the season strong and test bench strength
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Recent Form: Lost last match to Mumbai Indians
Head-to-Head Record
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Total Matches: 32
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PBKS Wins: 16
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DC Wins: 16
It’s all square in their historical rivalry, but PBKS will look to tilt the balance in their favour, especially given their superior form in IPL 2025.
Dream11 Tips – Top Player Picks
Wicketkeepers
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Prabhsimran Singh (PBKS): Explosive at the top with a strike rate of 170.04. Has consistently given fast starts.
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KL Rahul (DC): Despite inconsistency, his class and experience can fetch fantasy points, especially if DC bats first.
Batters
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Shreyas Iyer (PBKS): Captain in form with 410 runs in 11 matches. A brilliant pick for captaincy.
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Priyansh Arya (PBKS): A rising star with 323 runs at a strike rate of 188.05. Deadly in the powerplay.
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Tristan Stubbs (DC): A finisher who brings stability and can rack up points quickly in the death overs.
All-Rounders
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Marco Jansen (PBKS): A dual-threat player with 72 runs and 13 wickets in the season. Reliable vice-captain option.
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Azmatullah Omarzai (PBKS): Handy with both bat and ball, especially effective during middle overs.
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Axar Patel (DC): Skipper and dependable all-rounder—delivers with economical spells and clutch knocks.
Bowlers
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Arshdeep Singh (PBKS): King of early breakthroughs and death overs—16 wickets so far.
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Yuzvendra Chahal (PBKS): Loves bowling at Jaipur—expect turn and wickets in middle overs.
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Kuldeep Yadav (DC): A genuine match-winner when he finds his rhythm—key spinner for DC.
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Mustafizur Rahman (DC): Effective both upfront and at the end with his clever variations.
Dream11 Suggested Team
Wicketkeeper:
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Prabhsimran Singh
Batters:
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Shreyas Iyer (C)
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Priyansh Arya
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Tristan Stubbs
All-Rounders:
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Marco Jansen (VC)
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Axar Patel
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Azmatullah Omarzai
Bowlers:
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Arshdeep Singh
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Yuzvendra Chahal
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Kuldeep Yadav
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Mustafizur Rahman
Captain Picks: Shreyas Iyer / Arshdeep Singh
Vice-Captain Picks: Marco Jansen / Axar Patel
Players to Avoid
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Karun Nair (DC): Out of form and struggling to convert starts.
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Suryansh Shedge (PBKS): Minimal opportunities and fantasy output.
Pitch Report – Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
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Nature: Batting-friendly with true bounce
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Avg. 1st Innings Score: 180–190
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Bowling Insight: Spinners get grip in second half; early swing possible for pacers
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Chasing Difficulty: Moderate—teams batting first have a slight historical edge
Toss Strategy
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Captains may prefer to bat first and post a defendable total, especially with spin playing a bigger role under lights.
Live Streaming & Telecast Info
India
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TV Channels: Star Sports 1, 1 HD, 3, Hindi, Tamil, & other regional channels
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Streaming: JioHotstar (Free with ads, Premium available in 4K)
International Viewers
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USA/Canada: Willow TV
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UK: Sky Sports Cricket
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Australia: Fox Sports
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South Africa: SuperSport
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Middle East: beIN Sports
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Pakistan: Tapmad, Geo Super
Predicted Playing XIs
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
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Priyansh Arya
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Prabhsimran Singh
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Shreyas Iyer (c)
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Josh Inglis (wk)
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Nehal Wadhera
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Marcus Stoinis
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Azmatullah Omarzai
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Shashank Singh
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Marco Jansen
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Harpreet Brar / Vijaykumar Vysakh
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Arshdeep Singh
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Yuzvendra Chahal
Delhi Capitals (DC)
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KL Rahul
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Faf du Plessis
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Abishek Porel (wk)
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Sameer Rizvi
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Tristan Stubbs
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Ashutosh Sharma
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Axar Patel (c) / Madhav Tiwari
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Vipraj Nigam
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Kuldeep Yadav
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Dushmantha Chameera
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Mustafizur Rahman
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Mukesh Kumar
Match Prediction
PBKS look like the stronger team on paper and in form. With a dynamic top order, quality all-rounders, and a potent bowling unit, they are expected to come out on top. DC, despite being out of contention, have nothing to lose and may play with freedom—but their inconsistent top order and shaky bowling line-up give PBKS the upper hand.
Prediction: Punjab Kings to win and strengthen their top-two finish.
FAQs – PBKS vs DC (IPL 2025) Match 66
1. When is PBKS vs DC (IPL 2025) Match 66 scheduled?
It will take place on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST.
2. Where is the match being played?
At the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.
3. Who is the top Dream11 captain choice?
Shreyas Iyer for consistency and form; Marco Jansen is a great vice-captain pick for his all-round performance.
4. What is the pitch condition in Jaipur?
It’s generally batting-friendly with spinners coming into play in the second half of the innings.
5. How can I watch the match live?
Watch it live on Star Sports channels or stream in 4K on JioHotstar.
