Cricket fans are in for a treat as Delhi Capitals (DC) lock horns with Gujarat Titans (GT) in DC vs GT (IPL 2025) Match 60, set to take place on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. With DC battling to stay alive in the playoff race and GT aiming to seal a top-two finish, this contest promises high-intensity action, fiery performances, and nail-biting moments.
If you’re planning your Dream11 fantasy team, looking for pitch insights, or curious about where to watch the match live, we’ve got you fully covered.
Match Overview
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Fixture: Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans
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Match No.: 60, IPL 2025
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Date: Sunday, May 18, 2025
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Time: 7:30 PM IST
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Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
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Context:
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DC: 6 wins in 11 matches (5th place) – fighting for playoffs
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GT: 8 wins in 11 matches – pushing for a top-two finish
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Pitch Report – Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
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Surface: Batting-friendly with short boundaries; scores above 180 are common
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Powerplay: Pacers might get initial swing, but batters dominate after settling
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Spinners: Useful in the middle overs, especially wrist-spinners like Kuldeep Yadav
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Toss Trend: Chasing teams have had the edge in recent matches
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Fantasy Tip: Pick aggressive top-order batters and smart death-over bowlers
Weather Forecast – Delhi
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Temperature: 30-35°C
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Rain: None expected
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Humidity: Moderate
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Conditions: Ideal for a full, uninterrupted evening game
Dream11 Tips – DC vs GT (IPL 2025) Match 60
Team Building Strategy
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Pitch Type: Batting-friendly – prioritize top-order batters and attacking all-rounders
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Captain/Vice-Captain: Choose from consistent batters or high-impact all-rounders
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Team Balance: 3-4 batters, 2-3 all-rounders, 2-3 bowlers, 1-2 wicketkeepers
Top Dream11 Picks
Wicketkeepers
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KL Rahul (DC) – Classy batter, reliable behind the stumps, 238 runs in 5 games (VC option)
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Jos Buttler (GT) – Destructive at the top, 218 runs with a strike rate of 156.83
Batters
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Sai Sudharsan (GT) – Orange Cap contender, 504 runs in 10 matches, Mr. Consistent (C option)
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Shubman Gill (GT) – Technical elegance, solid anchor, 3 fifties in last 5 innings
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Tristan Stubbs (DC) – Explosive in the middle order, ideal in high-scoring encounters
All-Rounders
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Axar Patel (DC) – DC’s captain and X-factor; handy with both bat and ball (C option)
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Vipraj Nigam (DC) – Promising all-rounder; value pick
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Washington Sundar (GT) – Provides balance, effective in middle overs
Bowlers
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Kuldeep Yadav (DC) – 11 wickets, economy of 6.04, lethal on Delhi pitches (VC option)
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Rashid Khan (GT) – Not in peak form this season but always a threat
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Mohammed Siraj (GT) – Can provide breakthroughs early on
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Dushmantha Chameera (DC) – Death overs specialist, skiddy pace
Suggested Dream11 Team
Position | Player |
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Wicketkeepers | KL Rahul (VC), Jos Buttler |
Batters | Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill, Tristan Stubbs |
All-Rounders | Axar Patel (C), Vipraj Nigam |
Bowlers | Kuldeep Yadav, Rashid Khan, Mohammed Siraj, Dushmantha Chameera |
Captain: Axar Patel
Vice-Captain: KL Rahul / Sai Sudharsan / Kuldeep Yadav
Players to Avoid
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Shahrukh Khan (GT) – Inconsistent form and likely to bat lower
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Karun Nair (DC) – Limited opportunities and hasn’t fired yet
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Mohit Sharma (GT) – Expensive in recent outings, may not make the final XI
Head-to-Head Record – DC vs GT
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Matches Played: 3-4
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GT Wins: 2-3
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DC Wins: 1
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Last Encounter: DC chased 89 in just 8.5 overs (IPL 2024), dominating GT in Delhi
Key Matchups to Watch
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Rashid Khan vs KL Rahul – Rashid has dismissed Rahul 3 times in T20s
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Kuldeep Yadav vs GT’s middle order – Potential game-turner
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Sudharsan vs Axar Patel – Battle of GT’s best batter vs DC’s top all-rounder
Probable Playing XIs
Delhi Capitals (DC)
Faf du Plessis, Abishek Porel, KL Rahul (WK), Sameer Rizvi/Karun Nair, Axar Patel (C), Tristan Stubbs, Ashutosh Sharma, Vipraj Nigam, Kuldeep Yadav, Dushmantha Chameera, T Natarajan
Gujarat Titans (GT)
Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (C), Jos Buttler (WK), Sherfane Rutherford, Rahul Tewatia, Shahrukh Khan, Rashid Khan, R Sai Kishore, Arshad Khan, Gerald Coetzee/Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna
Live Streaming & Telecast Info
India
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TV: Star Sports 1, 1 HD, 3, Hindi, Tamil & regional channels
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Streaming: JioHotstar (Free & 4K Premium)
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
Match Prediction – DC vs GT (IPL 2025) Match 60
This one’s tough to call!
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If GT bat first and score 180+, their bowling can defend it—GT slightly favored
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If DC chase, expect them to edge it at home, especially if Rahul and Stubbs fire
Prediction: DC to win if they chase, GT if they bat first and capitalize on the powerplay.
FAQs – DC vs GT (IPL 2025) Match 60
1. What time does DC vs GT start?
7:30 PM IST on Sunday, May 18, 2025.
2. Where is the match being held?
At Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.
3. Who is the top Dream11 captain choice?
Axar Patel for his all-round performance, especially on a Delhi pitch.
4. Who are the key fantasy picks for this match?
Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill, KL Rahul, Kuldeep Yadav, and Jos Buttler.
5. Where can I watch DC vs GT live?
On Star Sports for TV and JioHotstar for streaming in India.