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Delhi vs Railways, VHTE 2025-26, Today Match Prediction
DLI vs RWS Win Probability
Toss Winner - Railways won the toss and choose to bat first
Delhi beat Railways by 6 wickets
Table Toppers Delhi look to continue their dominance against resilient Railways
- Delhi have won 4 of their 5 matches so far in Elite Group D and are placed 1st on the points table with 16 points and a strong NRR of +0.803.
- Railways have won 3 of their 5 matches and currently sit 4th with 12 points and an NRR of +0.298.
- Virat Kohli (Delhi) has scored 208 runs in just 2 matches this season at an outstanding average of 104 and a strike rate of 128.39.
We predict that Delhi will defeat Railways.
| Tournament: | Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite, 2025-26 |
| Format: | odi |
| Venue: | Alur KSCA Ground 2, Bengaluru, India |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 18.4°C|Mist |
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DLI vs RWS Match Prediction & Analysis
Delhi take on Railways in an Elite Group D fixture of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025/26 at the KSCA Cricket (2) Ground, Alur, on Tuesday, January 6, with the match scheduled to begin at 9:00 AM IST. As the group stage approaches its business end, this clash carries significant importance for both sides.
The Vijay Hazare Trophy has once again delivered high-quality domestic cricket Delhi have been one of the standout teams of the group, sitting at the top of the table with four wins from five matches. Railways, currently placed fourth, remain very much in contention for qualification. With three wins already in the bag, they will be eager to upset the table-toppers and strengthen their position in the knockout race. However, Railways will need to overcome Delhi’s superior form and depth. With Delhi looking to consolidate top spot and Railways aiming to stay alive in the qualification hunt, this encounter promises a competitive contest between consistency and resilience.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
DLI
W
W
W
W
L
DLI
321/7 in 48.5 6.57
VHTE 2025-26
Delhi beat Saurashtra by 3 wickets
320/7 in 50.0 6.4
254/9 in 50.0 5.08
VHTE 2025-26
Delhi beat Gujarat by 7 runs
247/10 in 47.4 5.18
RWS
L
W
L
W
L
RWS
365/7 in 50.0 7.3
VHTE 2025-26
Railways beat Services by 84 runs
281/10 in 47.2 5.94
HEAD TO HEAD
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TEAMS PREVIEW
Delhi Preview
Delhi have enjoyed an impressive campaign in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025/26, sitting top of Elite Group D with 16 points from five matches. With four wins and just one loss, they boast the best net run rate in the group (0.803), reflecting their dominance across both batting and bowling departments. Delhi’s consistency has been built on strong top-order performances and an attack that has regularly kept opposition totals in check.
In their previous outing against Services, Delhi delivered one of the most commanding wins of the season. After opting to field first, their bowlers dismantled Services for 178 in 42.5 overs, led by Harshit Rana (4/47) and Prince Yadav (3/28). The chase was emphatic and ruthless. Priyansh Arya produced a match-winning knock of 72 off just 45 balls, while Rishabh Pant provided aggressive support with 67 off 37, guiding Delhi to 182/2 in only 19.4 overs. The eight-wicket win with 182 balls remaining underlined Delhi’s superiority and batting depth.
Delhi’s key players are hitting peak form at the right time. Virat Kohli has made an immediate impact, scoring 208 runs in just two matches at an average of 104. Priyansh Arya continues to be Delhi’s most explosive batter, striking at over 150 this season, while Prince Yadav and Hrithik Shokeen have formed a reliable bowling core, combining control with wicket-taking ability. With momentum firmly on their side and qualification already within reach, Delhi will aim to maintain their winning rhythm and finish the group stage on a high.
Key Players: Virat Kohli, Priyansh Arya, Rishabh Pant, Prince Yadav
Delhi Predicted Playing XI:
Virat Kohli, Priyansh Arya, Rishabh Pant (wk), Himmat Singh, Yash Dhull, Lalit Yadav, Hrithik Shokeen, Prince Yadav, Harshit Rana, Ishant Sharma, Kuldeep Yadav
Delhi Key Players From Previous Game Of Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite, 2025-26
Delhi Actual Playing XI:
Rishabh Pant, Ayush Badoni, Priyansh Arya, Tejasvi Dahiya, Nitish Rana, Sarthak Ranjan, Prince Yadav, Navdeep Saini, Ishant Sharma, Harsh Tyagi, Harshit Rana
Railways Preview
Railways have had a competitive yet slightly inconsistent campaign so far in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025/26. With 3 wins and 2 losses from 5 matches, they are currently placed 4th in Elite Group D with 12 points and an NRR of 0.298, keeping them firmly in contention for the knockout stages. Their tournament has been built around a solid batting core and the ability to post or chase competitive totals, although lapses in execution against stronger opposition have cost them momentum at times.
In their previous match against Saurashtra, Railways faced a stern test and eventually went down by 31 runs. Saurashtra piled on 294/8, driven by a magnificent 147 off 135 balls from Sammar Gajjar, which put Railways under sustained pressure. Despite a disciplined effort with the ball—Kunal Yadav (3/71) and Zubair Ali (3/82) picking up wickets—Railways struggled to contain the scoring in the middle overs. In reply, Railways showed fight through Upendra Yadav’s 86 off 97 balls and a brisk 65 off 45 from Ashutosh Sharma, but the chase lost momentum after their dismissals, and the side was eventually bowled out for 263 in 49.1 overs.
Over the course of the season, Railways’ batting has been led by Ravi Singh, who has amassed 463 runs at an outstanding average of 77.17, while Ashutosh Sharma has provided explosive impact with a strike rate above 150. With the ball, Rahul Sharma and Raj Choudhary have been consistent wicket-taking options, offering control in the middle overs. Railways will be keen to bounce back strongly, tighten their bowling at the death, and convert promising batting starts into match-winning performances as the group stage reaches a decisive phase.
Key Players: Ravi Singh, Ashutosh Sharma, Rahul Sharma, Raj Choudhary
Railways Predicted Playing XI:
Ravi Singh, Upendra Yadav (wk), Ashutosh Sharma, Mohammad Saif, Vivek Singh, Karn Sharma, Kunal Yadav, Rahul Sharma, Raj Choudhary, Zubair Ali, Ankur Panwar
Railways Key Players From Previous Game Of Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite, 2025-26
Railways Actual Playing XI:
Kush Marathe, Pratham Singh, Upendra Yadav, Karn Sharma, Ansh Yadav, Raj Choudhary, Kunal Yadav, Sahab Yuvraj Singh, Rahul Sharma, Zubair Ali, Ashutosh Sharma
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The weather on the match day at Alur, Bengaluru is expected to be clear to partly cloudy throughout the day. The temperature will range between a high of around 27 °C and a low of 18 °C. No rain is expected to interrupt play. The pitch at Alur is typically batting-friendly, offering good bounce and carry early, with spinners coming into play as the match progresses. Overall, excellent conditions for a competitive 50-over contest.
DLI vs RWS Pitch Report
The venue of the match is KSCA Cricket (2) Ground, Alur, Bengaluru. This modern venue is part of Karnataka’s extensive cricket infrastructure and is regularly used for domestic tournaments like the Vijay Hazare Trophy and Ranji Trophy. Known for its well-maintained outfield and balanced pitches, Alur provides a fair contest between bat and ball and has hosted several high-scoring one-day matches in recent seasons.
Toss: To Bowl
At the KSCA Cricket (2) Ground, Alur, teams generally prefer to field first after winning the toss. The surface tends to play true early on, and chasing sides often benefit from knowing the target, especially in day games. The team winning the toss should bowl first.
DLI vs RWS
Winning Prediction
Delhi enter this fixture as table-toppers with 16 points and a strong NRR of 0.803, showcasing consistency and depth across departments. Their batting has been dominant, led by in-form players like Virat Kohli and Priyansh Arya, while the bowling attack has delivered timely breakthroughs. Railways, placed fourth with 12 points and a modest NRR, have been competitive but less consistent against top sides. Given Delhi’s momentum, superior net run rate, and recent commanding performances, they have an edge going into this contest.
We predict that Delhi will defeat Railways.
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