IPL 2021: Match 13 DC vs MI Preview, Playing XI, Live Streaming Details & Updates

Two teams that are placed at No.2 and No.3 in the IPL points table will clash against each other in Match No.13 of the 14th IPL edition. Both Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals have won 2 out of the 3 matches that they have played thus far in the tournament.

The Delhi Capitals made light work of a mammoth target in their previous encounter against the Punjab Kings (PBKS) side. The Rishabh Pant-led side chased down the target of 196 that was set by the Punjab Kings (PBKS) side with 6 wickets to spare.

Both the Delhi Capitals’ (DC) openers have been in riveting form in the IPL thus far. While Shikhar Dhawan currently possesses the Orange Cap and has plundered 186 runs in the tournament already at an average of 62.00 and at a colossal strike rate of 163.16, Prithvi Shaw has also managed to contribute significantly in both the victories for the Delhi side.

The Mumbai Indians (MI), on the other hand, have managed to win 2 consecutive matches and are once again looking like a tough side to beat. In their previous match against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) side, the Mumbai Indians’ openers, Rohit Sharma and Quinton De Kock put on a partnership of 55 runs in quick time. While De Kock scored a sedate 40, the ‘Hitman’ hit a 25-ball 32. Kieron Pollard too is back in the groove and smashed 35 at a strike rate of 159.09 in Mumbai’s previous match.

Also, youngster Rahul Chahar has been extremely impressive with his leg spin as well. The 21-year-old scalped 3 wickets in Mumbai’s previous match and gave away only 19 runs in his quota of 4 overs. Chahar is currently the second-highest wicket-taker in the tournament and has picked up 7 wickets in 3 matches at an excellent average of 12.71.

So, both the teams will enter this clash with momentum behind them. Can Mumbai make it a hat trick of victories, or will the Rishabh Pant-led side emerge victorious?

Pitch and Conditions

Chasing is definitely not working out in Chennai. In the last 5 matches at this venue, all the teams that have chased have ended up on the losing side. The spinners will get a lot of purchase on this pitch, and will definitely have a say in this encounter.

Playing Combinations for DC vs MI

Delhi Capitals

The Delhi Capitals produced a splendid performance in the match against the Punjab Kings (PBKS) and did not buckle under the pressure of a huge target. After a wonderful performance, they would not like to make any changes to their side.

Predicted Playing XI: Prithvi Shaw, Shikhar Dhawan, Steven Smith, Rishabh Pant (C and WK), Marcus Stoinis, Lalit Yadav, Lukman Meriwala, Chris Woakes, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kagiso Rabada, Avesh Khan

Mumbai Indians

The Mumbai Indians too will mostly stick to the same side from their previous match. After getting their winning mojo back, they would not want to disturb the winning combination.

Predicted Playing XI: Quinton De Kock (WK), Rohit Sharma (C), Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan, Kieron Pollard, Hardik Pandya, Krunal Pandya, Rahul Chahar, Adam Milne, Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult

Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians Head-to-Head

Played – 28 | DC – 12 | MI – 16

DC vs MI Broadcast Details

Match Timings – 7:30 PM (IST)

TV – Star Sports Network

Live Streaming – Disney+Hotstar VIP