RCB vs DC Live streaming: Where to watch today's IPL 2026 match?
JioHotstar in India will stream the IPL 2026 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals through its app and website
Royal Challengers Bengaluru finished with 175/8 in their 20 overs against Delhi Capitals, a total that looked competitive but slightly below par considering the strong platform they had early on. After being asked to bat first, RCB started brightly, thanks largely to Phil Salt’s fluent strokeplay at the top. The English opener played a commanding knock of 63 off 38 deliveries, mixing timing with power to keep the scoring rate healthy through the powerplay and beyond.
Salt found support briefly, but the rest of the top order failed to convert their starts into substantial contributions. As wickets began to fall at regular intervals, RCB lost momentum during the middle overs. The lack of partnerships hurt their chances of pushing towards a bigger total, with the middle and lower order unable to provide the late surge the team would have hoped for.
Delhi Capitals deserve credit for pulling things back with a disciplined and well-rounded bowling performance. Captain Axar Patel led by example, keeping things tight and chipping in with key wickets. Kuldeep Yadav was effective in the middle overs, using his variations to disrupt the flow of runs, while Lungi Ngidi struck at crucial moments to dent RCB’s progress.
Despite a solid foundation laid by Salt, RCB were unable to fully capitalize, finishing with a total that gives their bowlers something to defend, but also leaves the door open for DC in the chase.
Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel has won the toss and elected to bowl first on the day Both skippers after the toss: Axar: I am going to bowl first. The wicket looks good and hard. Chinnaswamy is obviously a good chasing ground. Same XI. (On having a long break) It's good to have that break after losing a couple of games. We need to focus on our strengths. Rajat: I am happy because we wanted to bat first. We'll look to post a good total on the board. We have this (green) jersey to encourage. We are playing with the same side.
| IPL 2026 RCB vs DC broadcast details | |
| Country | IPL 2026 Broadcasters |
| India, Bhutan | Star Sports Network (10 channels in 6 languages (English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam & Kannada)) |
| Nepal, Sri Lanka, Maldives | Star Sports, Yupp TV |
| Pakistan | Yupp TV |
| UK & Ireland | Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Main Event |
| USA, Canada | Willow TV |
| Bangladesh | Gazi TV |
| Australia | Kayo, Foxtel (via channel 501, Foxtel App) |
| Afghanistan | RTA TV (Radio Television Afghanistan) |
| Malaysia, Brunei | Astro |
| South Africa & Sub-Saharan territories | Supersport |
| MENA / UAE | CricLife1 is available on eLife |
| Hong Kong | PCCW |
| Singapore | StarHub |
| Caribbean | Flow Sports (Flow Sports 2) |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ |
| Papua New Guinea | EMTV |
| Arab World | BeIN Sports |
| Maldives | Yupp TV, Medianet |
How to watch RCB vs DC in IPL 2026 online: Live streaming and telecast information
When will the match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals take place in IPL 2026?
The match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026 is scheduled to take place on April 18 (Saturday).
What is the venue for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals match in IPL 2026?
The match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026 final will be held at Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium on April 18.
What time will the toss take place for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals match in IPL 2026 on April 18?
The toss for the match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026 will take place at 3 pm IST.
When will the match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026 begin on April 18?
The match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026 will start at 3.30 pm IST.
Where to watch the live telecast of IPL 2026 between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals in India?
Star Sports Network in India will telecast the IPL 2026 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals.
Where to watch the live streaming of IPL 2026 final between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals in India?
JioHotstar in India will stream the IPL 2026 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals on its app and website.
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