DC vs CSK, IPL 2023: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi pitch history and IPL records

The first game in Saturday's double-header will see the Delhi Capitals (DC) take on Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 67th match of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023. The much-awaited encounter will be played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Saturday, May 20.

Despite being second on the points table, everything will be riding on this game for Chennai. Having won seven matches out of 13 fixtures, they will look to seal their place in the playoffs after a win on Saturday.

Delhi, meanwhile, are already out of the competition. They are placed ninth on the standings with just five wins in 13 games. Having said that, they would certainly look to end their season on a high and hand CSK a killer blow.

Ahead of the match between Delhi Capitals and Chennai Super Kings, here's a look at the pitch history of today's venue.

Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi IPL records & stats

Previously known as the Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium, Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium is the second oldest stadium in the country after Kolkata's Eden Gardens.

The surface at the venue usually remains dry, assisting the slower bowlers. The last two IPL 2023 games in Delhi have been contrasting as far as the run-scoring is concerned.

DC chased down a 182-run target comfortably in their clash against the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). However, in the very next game, the hosts were restricted to only 136/8 in their run-chase of 167 against the Punjab Kings (PBKS).

Before DC play their last home game, here's a look at some important stats you need to know from previous matches hosted at the venue.

IPL matches played: 83

Matches won by teams batting first: 36

Matches won by teams batting second: 46

Matches Tied: 0

Matches Abandoned: 1

Highest individual score: 128 - Rishabh Pant (DC) vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad, 2018

Best bowling figures: 5/13 - Lasith Malinga (MI) vs. Delhi Capitals, 2011

Highest team score: 231/4 - Delhi Capitals vs. Punjab Kings, 2011

Lowest team score: 83 - Delhi Capitals vs. Chennai Super Kings, 2013

Highest successful run-chase: 219/6 - Mumbai Indians vs. Chennai Super Kings, 2021

Average first-innings score: 162

Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi Pitch report

The Arun Jaitley Stadium surface often helps bowlers [IPLT20]

As mentioned earlier, the slower bowlers might have their say in the upcoming fixture in Delhi. Having said that, if a batter bids his time in the middle, he should back himself to muster runs, with the venue sporting short boundaries.

The upcoming game will be the first day game at the venue this season, meaning there will be no dew on the field throughout the match.

The last game at the Arun Jaitley Stadium saw spinners taking nine of the total 15 wickets in the game. Tweakers might dominate once again, given both DC and CSK have some renowned spin bowling options in their ranks.

The exact pitch report for the IPL 2023 match between Delhi Capitals and Chennai Super Kings will be broadcast live on Star Sports and Jio Cinema a few minutes before the toss.

Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, Last IPL match (DC vs PBKS)

David Warner and Shikhar Dhawan posing at the toss [IPLT20]

The Punjab Kings (PBKS) trounced the Delhi Capitals (DC) in the last IPL 2023 game at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.

After being put in to bat first, Punjab rode on a sumptuous knock by youngster Prabhsimran Singh.

The 22-year-old had played the best innings of his career so far and mustered 103 runs off 65 balls to help PBKS reach 167/7 in the first innings. No other PBKS batter made more than 20 runs on the day.

In reply, Delhi had a superb start. Skipper David Warner led the way with his clinical batting and scored a quick-fire 27-ball 54. Phil Salt also supported him with a 17-ball 21.

However, after being 69/0, DC endured a chaotic collapse and were reeling at 123/8. Eventually, the hosts could only make 136/8 and lost the game by 31 runs.

Harpreet Brar took four wickets for PBKS, while Nathan Ellis and Rahul Chahar took two wickets each.

Here is a short summary of the scorecard from the previous IPL match hosted by Delhi:

Brief Scores: Delhi Capitals 136/8 (David Warner 54, Harpreet Brar 4/30) lost to Punjab Kings 167/7 (Prabhsimran Singh 103, Ishant Sharma 2/23) by 31 runs.