On Wednesday, Match 6 of VIVO IPL 2018 against the Delhi Daredevils will be a special occasion for the Rajasthan Royals, not only because it will be their first home game of the season, but also because it will be the team’s return to their fortress in a long time. The Royals’ season-opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad was a largely forgettable outing, and the team will be keen to make amends and open their account at their home ground.
The Delhi Daredevils come into this match after being blown away by KXIP’s KL Rahul in their season opener. DD posted 166-7 – a respectable total on most occasions, but were caught off guard as Rahul got stuck into their bowlers and set a new mark for the fastest half-century in the IPL.
Head to Head: (Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Daredevils)
Overall: Matches – 16, Rajasthan Royals won – 10, Delhi Daredevils won – 6
In Jaipur: Matches – 4, Rajasthan Royals won – 3, Delhi Daredevils won – 1
In Other: Matches – 12, Rajasthan Royals won – 7, Delhi Daredevils won – 5
IPL Facts:
1. The IPL will return to the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur for the first time since 2013.
2. The Rajasthan Royals have an incredible record while playing at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium; they have a 24–9 win-loss record at the venue.
3. Ajinkya Rahane has scored more runs against the Delhi Daredevils than against any other IPL opponent; in 15 matches against DD, Rahane has an aggregate of 632 runs at an average of 63.2.
