IPL 2026: DC vs CSK, Match 48: Stats preview of players’ records and approaching milestones

Delhi Capitals (DC) will face Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the reverse fixture of Match No. 48 in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 on May 5 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.

DC are currently seventh on the points table with four wins from nine matches. After suffering three consecutive losses, they bounced back with a win in their previous game, which has revived their playoff hopes. They will be eager to avenge their earlier defeat to CSK in Chennai and build momentum with a fifth victory.

On the other hand, CSK sit sixth with the same record of four wins from nine matches. They come into this contest with confidence after defeating Mumbai Indians (MI). Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad has also found form, scoring consecutive half-centuries, which strengthens their batting lineup. With renewed belief, CSK will aim to secure their fifth win and keep their playoff chances alive.

Here are the top stats and upcoming milestones from Match 48:

Delhi Capitals (DC) players’ upcoming milestones:

• Pathum Nissanka: Needs 2 fours to reach 500 fours in T20s
• Pathum Nissanka: Needs 5 sixes to reach 150 sixes in T20s
• KL Rahul: Needs 6 fours to reach 500 fours in IPL
• Sameer Rizvi is set to play his 50th T20 game
• Tristan Stubbs: Needs 76 runs to reach 1000 runs in IPL
• Tristan Stubbs: Needs 6 sixes to reach 50 sixes in IPL
• Axar Patel: Needs 1 four to reach 250 fours in T20s
• Axar Patel: Needs 53 runs to reach 2000 runs in IPL
• Axar Patel: Needs 6 sixes to reach 100 sixes in IPL
• Ashutosh Sharma: Needs 6 fours to reach 100 fours in T20s
• Ashutosh Sharma: Needs 49 runs to reach 500 runs in IPL
• Kuldeep Yadav: Needs 2 wickets to reach 250 wickets in T20s

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) players’ upcoming milestones:

• Sanju Samson: Needs 10 fours to reach 750 fours in T20s
• Urvil Patel: Needs 47 runs to reach 1500 runs in T20s
• Dewald Brevis: Needs 4 sixes to reach 250 sixes in T20s
• Jamie Overton: Needs 53 runs to reach 2000 runs in T20s
• Kartik Sharma: Needs 54 runs to reach 500 runs in T20s

Disclaimer: This latest news is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.