What is Weather Forecast for PBKS vs DC in Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala?

PBKS vs DC: The 58th match of the IPL 2025 promises to be an exciting clash between the Punjab Kings and the Delhi Capitals. Taking on each other the arch rivals will be against one another for the first time during the IPL 2025. The match is scheduled to be played on the grounds of the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala on May 8.

Punjab Kings will welcome the Delhi Capitals to their home turf for this high-stakes encounter. Facing ups and downs in their campaigns, both teams will fight for the playoff spot. Currently, PBKS, with an upper edge, is sitting in the second spot of the points table, whereas Delhi is sitting in the fifth spot. Both teams remain in the hunt for a playoff spot, with PBKS slightly ahead in terms of points and form. DC, despite a strong start, has seen a dip in momentum and will be eager to bounce back. The outcome of this match could significantly impact the top-four equation, making it a high-stakes contest for both franchises.

A win in their upcoming match will help PBKS get better on points table and will improve the chances of qualifying for the playoffs. Heading into this clash, with a slight dip in the momentum, DC will be under pressure to perform, whereas the Punjab side will be confident with their recent stable partnerships.

With so much to take on, fans can expect a thriller-filled match ahead. Let’s take a look at today’s cricket PBKS vs DC, Match 58 pitch report, Weather Report, Ground stats, and Probable XI ahead of the first match of IPL 2025 between Punjab and Delhi.

PBKS vs DC: Match Preview

Pitch Report

Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals- The 58th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to be played at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala. The pitch here is a fast bowling-friendly venue, with high altitude, the pitch makes it harder for spinners to find grip. Besides this, the team chasing here enjoys an upper edge as compared to the teams batting first. With dew in the second innings, the chase becomes even more favorable. The good bounce on the pitch makes it a batting-friendly surface as well, but majorly, bowlers dominate here.

PBKS vs DC Weather Report:

The weather at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala, is expected to have light rain during the start of the match but as the match progresses further the weather will become more pleasant ensuring an uninterrupted game. Rain showers are expected during the match hours as the rain probability is 20% along with it there are 72-75% chances of humidity.The temperature at the ground is likely to hover around 19°celsius. With such weather, fans can expect an uninterrupted match hours and full 40-overs contest. 

Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala stats: PBKS vs DC

PBKS vs DC Predicted Playing XI

PBKS  Probable Playing XI:

Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, Shreyas Iyer (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh

DC Probable Playing XI: 

Faf du Plessis, Abishek Porel, Karun Nair, KL Rahul (wk), Axar Patel (c), Tristan Stubbs, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Dushmantha Chameera, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan