DC vs MI IPL 2026 Match 8: Full Team Rankings, Playing 11, and Points Table Update
The “City of Dreams” meets the “Capital City” as Mumbai Indians (MI) travel to New Delhi to face Delhi Capitals (DC) in the 8th match of TATA IPL 2026. This Saturday afternoon clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium isn’t just another league game; it’s a battle between two teams that have started their 2026 campaign with a bang.
Both sides come into this fixture with winning momentum. While DC dismantled Lucknow Super Giants in their opener, MI chased down a massive 220+ target against KKR. As we gear up for this high-octane encounter, here is everything you need to know—from tactical Playing 11s to the latest points table standings.
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Match Details: The Afternoon Showdown
- Match: Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians, Match 8 (IPL 2026)
- Date: Saturday, April 4, 2026
- Time: 3:30 PM IST (Toss at 3:00 PM)
- Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi
- Broadcast: Star Sports Network & JioHotstar App
Current Team Rankings & Points Table Update
As of the morning of April 4, 2026, the IPL points table is starting to take shape. Both DC and MI are currently sitting comfortably in the top half of the table.
| Rank | Team | Matches | Won | Lost | Points | NRR |
| 1 | Punjab Kings (PBKS) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | +0.637 |
| 2 | Rajasthan Royals (RR) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +4.171 |
| 3 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +2.907 |
| 4 | Delhi Capitals (DC) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +1.397 |
| 5 | Mumbai Indians (MI) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +0.687 |
What’s at Stake?
A win today for either team could propel them to the #2 spot, significantly boosting their early-season Net Run Rate (NRR) and solidifying their position in the top 4.
DC vs MI: Probable Playing 11 for Match 8
Delhi Capitals (DC) – Expected XI
Under Axar Patel’s leadership, DC looks balanced. Their bowling was the standout feature in the first game, but the middle order will need to step up against MI’s pace attack.
- David Warner ✈️
- Prithvi Shaw / Jake Fraser-McGurk ✈️
- Rishabh Pant (WK)
- Abishek Porel
- Tristan Stubbs ✈️
- Axar Patel (C)
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Khaleel Ahmed
- Mukesh Kumar
- Anrich Nortje ✈️
- Ishant Sharma / Rasikh Salam (Impact Player)
Mumbai Indians (MI) – Expected XI
MI’s batting looked lethal in their first match. Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton provided a flying start that made a 221-run chase look easy.
- Rohit Sharma
- Ryan Rickelton ✈️
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Tilak Varma
- Hardik Pandya (C)
- Tim David ✈️
- Romario Shepherd / Gerald Coetzee ✈️
- Piyush Chawla
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Akash Madhwal
- Nuwan Thushara ✈️ (Impact Player)
Head-to-Head Record: The Stats Don’t Lie
Historically, Mumbai Indians have been the dominant force in this rivalry. However, Delhi is a tough nut to crack at their home ground.
- Total Matches Played: 37
- Mumbai Indians Won: 21
- Delhi Capitals Won: 16
- In Delhi (Arun Jaitley Stadium): DC leads 7-6.
- Top Scorer: Rohit Sharma (872 runs vs DC)
- Top Wicket-taker: Jasprit Bumrah (30 wickets vs DC)
Pitch & Weather Report
The Arun Jaitley Stadium pitch is known to be a “slow turner” as the game progresses. However, being an afternoon match, the surface will likely stay dry, offering good bounce for seamers in the first 6 overs. Spinners like Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel will be crucial in the middle overs.
Weather: Expect a hot afternoon in Delhi with temperatures touching 36°C. No chance of rain.
Who is the favorite to win DC vs MI today?
Where can I watch the DC vs MI match live?
In India, you can watch it on the Star Sports channels on TV. For mobile and laptop streaming, the match is available on the JioHotstar app and website.
Is Rishabh Pant playing today?
Yes, Rishabh Pant is the designated wicketkeeper-batter for Delhi Capitals and is fully fit for Match 8.
What is the highest score in a DC vs MI match?
The highest team total belongs to Delhi Capitals, who scored 257/4 against MI in April 2024.
How will the points table change after this match?
The winner of this match will move to 4 points, likely jumping into the Top 3 depending on the margin of victory (NRR).
