IPL 2024 Match 2 | PBKS vs DC Head to Head, Pitch Report & Ground Stats

PBKS will take on DC in match 2 of IPL 2024 [IPL.com]PBKS will take on DC in match 2 of IPL 2024 [IPL.com]

Two perennial underachievers, Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals, will face off in match 2 of the Indian Premier League 2024, which starts today with a high-voltage clash between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. 

Led by Shikhar Dhawan, Punjab Kings have a robust squad, comprising the likes of Jonny Bairstow, Liam Livingstone, Kagiso Rabada and Arshdeep Singh. Meanwhile, the Capitals are no less potent on paper, having Rishabh Pant, Prithvi Shaw and Axar Patel, alongside the evergreen David Warner. 

So, as they get ready for an exciting battle, let's see what the stats say and how the surface in Mullanpur will behave throughout the game. 


PBKS vs DC Head to Head

Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals have had a fierce rivalry in the IPL. Overall, they have clashed on 32 occasions, with each team winning 16 matches. The last time when they collided, the Capitals won the game comfortably by 15 runs. 


PBKS vs DC: Mullanpur Pitch Report

The surface at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium in Mullanpur will likely show traits similar to those of the iconic IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali. 

With even pace and bounce on offer, the batters will enjoy their time in the middle. Although there could be a hint of seam movement for the new ball bowlers, overall, it will be an excellent batting track, promising a run-fest. 

Regarding the spinners, they will find some turn, particularly in the afternoon. But the conditions will significantly favour the batters as the game progresses. 

So, expect a high-scoring affair between the two outfits on Saturday afternoon, with the toss-winner likely to bowl first. 


PBKS vs DC: Mullanpur Ground stats

The venue hasn't witnessed an IPL game yet and this will be the first-ever match at this venue.