Cricket Prediction | DC vs GT | IPL 2025 | 60th Match | May 18 – Can DC’s Bowling Attack Break Through GT’s Formidable Batting?

DC vs GT Match Analysis

The 60th match of IPL 2025 will see Delhi Capitals taking on Gujarat Titans at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on May 18, 2025. The game is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM IST, promising an exciting evening of high-octane cricket under lights. Both teams are eager to push their playoff chances as the league phase nears its end.

The Delhi Capitals have probably been the most balanced team this season, and has shown good form both with bat in hand and with ball in hand. A fabulous combination of experienced international players and fresh Indian faces has given the Capitals a formidable team. 

Gujarat Titans have been a formidable side with a mix of explosive batting and incisive bowling. Under Shubman Gill’s captaincy, they have displayed smart tactical acumen and strong team cohesion. Their recent matches have shown great fighting spirit, especially in close finishes.

Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans Team Preview & Squads

Delhi Capitals

With a steady temperament and tactical awareness, Axar Patel is leading the way for the DC. As Power Olympic’s all-rounder, Patel has the control of the knowledge and tactical plan that offers balance and led from the front, a particularly important role for the team. 

Experience holds the fort; class throws the party, DC’s top order in full swing. However, the team has great depth in their batting talent, particularly at number five with Karun Nair and number six excess firepower with Donovan Ferreira. 

Most importantly DC have an abundance of bowling options. Davidson Washer recalls high quality overseas seamers in Mitchell Starc, Mustafizur Rahman and T Natarajan, with an experience and backing when wanting to capitalise on conditions and pitch in whatever form. 

In their previous outing against the Kolkata Knight Riders on April 29, 2025, Delhi Capitals lost by 14 runs a fight with KKR’s total of 204/9 testing the DC early on. District Capitals could only manage a total of 190/9 from their 20 overs; the bowling unit unable to contain the KKR batsmen. 

Delhi Capitals Squads

Delhi Capitals

Axar Patel (C), Abishek Porel (Wk), KL Rahul, Faf du Plessis (Vc), Dushmantha Chameera, Donovan Ferreira, Kuldeep Yadav, Ajay Mandal, Manvanth Kumar, Mukesh Kumar, Mustafizur Rahman, Karun Nair, Darshan Nalkande, T Natarajan, Vipraj Nigam, Sameer Rizvi, Sediqullah Atal, Mohit Sharma, Ashutosh Sharma, Mitchell Starc, Tristan Stubbs, Madhav Tiwari, Tripurana Vija

Gujarat Titans

Shubman Gill leads GT with an aggressive yet composed mindset, inspiring his team to push boundaries. His consistent batting performances set the tone for the squad. Gill’s leadership is marked by smart field placements and shrewd bowling changes.

With Buttler and Sudharsan at the crease, GT’s game tempo hits warp speed. Their firepower can turn a match on its head before you even blink. On the bowling front, Rashid Khan and Rahul Tewatia not only tighten the attack but also sneak in crucial runs when the middle order needs a boost.

Their bowling unit is among the strongest in the league, with the likes of Rashid Khan, Mohammed Siraj, and Kagiso Rabada leading the attack. Washington Sundar and Jayant Yadav bolster the spin department, providing crucial breakthroughs.

In an exhilarating battle against the Mumbai Indians on May 6, 2025, the Gujarat Titans triumphed by a margin of three wickets by way of the DLS method. Mumbai Indians put up a total of 155/8 with little room for GT to score to achieve it, however, GT managed to scramble 147/7 in 19 overs for a thrilling victory. 

Gujarat Titans Squads

Gujarat Titans

Shubman Gill (C), Anuj Rawat, Jos Buttler (Wk), Kumar Kushagra, Rashid Khan (Vc), Arshad Khan, Gerald Coetzee, Gurnoor Brar, Karim Janat, Kulwant Khejroliya, Mahipal Lomror, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kagiso Rabada, Sherfane Rutherford, Sai Kishore, Sai Sudharsan, M Shahrukh Khan, Dasun Shanaka, Ishant Sharma, Nishant Sindhu, Manav Suthar, Rahul Tewatia, Washington Sundar, Jayant Yadav

MI vs GT Outfield Report

Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

The pitch at the Arun Jaitley Stadium typically favors batsmen but offers some assistance to pacers early on, especially under lights. The outfield is quick, rewarding boundary-hitting and swift running between wickets. Spinners tend to come into play in the middle overs as the surface starts to grip.

Weather conditions on match day are expected to be pleasant with a clear sky and a temperature around 28°C. The humidity will be moderate, creating ideal conditions for an evening game without any interruptions.

Historically, the highest scores at this venue in IPL matches have been around 210-220 runs batting first, while teams chasing have comfortably defended totals of 160-170 on average. The pitch generally supports a balanced contest, with slightly better results for teams batting first due to dew factors later in the evening.

Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last five IPL encounters, Gujarat Titans have edged out Delhi Capitals in 3 matches, while DC won 2. 

DC vs GT Prediction

According to cricket analysts Gujarat Titans have a 58% chance of Winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.