PBKS vs DC Dream11 Prediction: Today IPL 58th Match Dream11 Best Team Suggestion, Key Picks, Playing XI & Pitch Report

PBKS vs DC Match Preview

The 58th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will feature a high-octane clash between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals (DC) on May 8, 2025, at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala. The match is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM IST under lights at one of the most scenic venues in world cricket.

PBKS enters the contest in slightly better form, with a recent record of WWDLW, showing signs of stability and fight, especially in the middle order. On the other hand, DC has struggled with DLLWL, and their bowling unit has been underperforming, failing to defend totals and allowing big partnerships.

In the last head-to-head meeting, PBKS defeated DC, giving them a slight psychological edge. With the playoffs approaching fast, both teams will be hungry for crucial points. Expect a close battle with potential Dream11 fantasy points galore.

PBKS vs DC Pitch Report

PBKS vs DC Head-to-Head

PBKS vs DC Recent Performance

Team Form (LAST 5 MATCHES)

Punjab Kings

W W NR L W

• 04.05.25 19:30 PM

  IPL
  Punjab Kings

  Lucknow Super Giants

  (20.0) 236/5

  (20.0) 199/7

  W
  Punjab Kings won by 37 runs
• 30.04.25 19:30 PM

  IPL
  Chennai Super Kings

  Punjab Kings

  (19.2) 190/10

  (19.4) 194/6

  W
  Punjab Kings beat Chennai Super Kings by 4 wickets
• 26.04.25 19:30 PM

  IPL
  Kolkata Knight Riders

  Punjab Kings

  (1.0) 7/0

  (20.0) 201/4

  NR
  Match abandoned
• 20.04.25 15:30 PM

  IPL
  Punjab Kings

  Royal Challengers Bengaluru

  (20.0) 157/6

  (18.5) 159/3

  L
  Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by 7 wickets
• 18.04.25 19:30 PM

  IPL
  Royal Challengers Bengaluru

  Punjab Kings

  (14.0) 95/9

  (12.1) 98/5

  W
  Punjab Kings beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 5 wickets

Delhi Capitals

NR L L W L

• 05.05.25 19:30 PM

  IPL
  Sunrisers Hyderabad

  Delhi Capitals

  (20.0) 133/7

  NR
  Match abandoned
• 29.04.25 19:30 PM

  IPL
  Delhi Capitals

  Kolkata Knight Riders

  (20.0) 190/9

  (20.0) 204/9

  L
  Kolkata Knight Riders beat Delhi Capitals by 14 runs
• 27.04.25 19:30 PM

  IPL
  Delhi Capitals

  Royal Challengers Bengaluru

  (20.0) 162/8

  (18.3) 165/4

  L
  Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by 6 wickets
• 22.04.25 19:30 PM

  IPL
  Lucknow Super Giants

  Delhi Capitals

  (20.0) 159/6

  (17.5) 161/2

  W
  Delhi Capitals won by 8 wickets
• 19.04.25 15:30 PM

  IPL
  Gujarat Titans

  Delhi Capitals

  (19.2) 204/3

  (20.0) 203/8

  L
  Gujarat Titans won by 7 wickets

PBKS vs DC Playing XI Prediction

Punjab Kings (PBKS):

Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Shubman Iyer, Nehal Wadhera, Glenn Maxwell, Marco Jansen, Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Lockie Ferguson.

Delhi Capitals (DC):

KL Rahul (WK), Faf du Plessis (C), Tristan Stubbs, Abhishek Sharma, Axar Patel, Donovan Ferreira, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohit Sharma, Khaleel Ahmed, Lalit Yadav.

Best and Hot Key Picks for PBKS vs DC Dream11 Prediction

Top Batsmen Picks

Shubman Iyer (PBKS) – Credits: 9.0 | Recent Points: 722

Consistent top-order performer with solid technique. Picked by 88.16% of fantasy users.

Faf du Plessis (DC) – Credits: 8.0| Recent Points: 343

DC’s experienced opener and leader. Known for anchoring innings and 54.76 is selection rate.

Top All-Rounders Picks

Axar Patel (DC) – Credits: 8.0| Recent Points: 758

Economical spinner and handy lower-order hitter. Selevtion rate is 93.73.

Marco Jansen (PBKS) – Credits: 8.0| Recent Points: 652

Can swing the new ball and contribute 20–30 runs with the bat. 82.73 is the selection rate.

Top Bowling Picks

Arshdeep Singh (PBKS) – Credits: 9.0| Recent Points: 662

Powerplay and death-over specialist. Picks wickets regularly. Selection Rate is 87.37

Mitchell Starc (DC) – Credits: 9.0| Recent Points: 603

Despite an inconsistent season, his pace and bounce can trouble batters. His selection Rate is 83.86

Top Wicketkeeper Pick

KL Rahul (DC) – Credits: 9.0| Recent Points: 717

Also serves as a stable opening batsman. A must-have in Dream11 lineups. Selection rate is 84.11

PBKS vs DC Dream11 Team Today Prediction

PBKS vs DC Captain & Vice-Captain Picks

Safe Choices

Captain: Shubman Iyer (PBKS)

Credits: 9.0| Recent Points: 772

Vice-Captain: KL Rahul (DC)

Credits: 9.0| Recent Points: 717

Differential Picks

Captain: V Nigam (DC)

Credits: 7.5| Recent Points: 584

Vice-Captain: M Stoinis (PBKS)

Credits: 7.0| Recent Points: 194

PBKS vs DC Today IPL Match Dream11 Best Team Suggestion: Option 1 (Mega Contest)

WK: L Rahul (VC) (DC), P singh (PBDK), A Porel (DC)

BAT: S Lyer(C) (PBSK), P Arya (PBSK), Faf du Plessis (DC)

AR: A Patel (DC), M Jansen (PBSK),

BOWL: A singh (PBSK), M Starc(DC), Y Chahal (PBSK)

PBKS vs DC Today IPL Match Dream11 Best Team Suggestion: Option 2 (Guru Team)

WK: L Rahul, P singh

BAT: S Lyer(VC), P Arya, Faf du Plessis

AR: A Patel(C), M Jansen,

BOWL: A singh, M Starc, Y Chahal,K Yadav

Also Check: Dream 11 team today prediction

PBKS vs DC Dream11 Team Players to Avoid

T Stubbs (DC): Not getting enough chances tobat; limited fantasy value with 497 points and 8.0 credits.

J Inglis (PBKS): struggling with consistency and having recent points of 227 and credits are 7.0

PBKS vs DC Match Prediction - Who will win

Given their better recent form and a more balanced middle order, Punjab Kings appear to have the upper hand. Delhi Capitals need big performances from senior players like Rahul and Starc to remain competitive.

Predicted Winner: Punjab Kings (PBKS)

Win Probability: PBKS 60% – DC 40%