DC have rotated their Impact Sub between Sameer Rizvi (263 runs) and bowling reinforcements depending on toss outcomes throughout IPL 2026.
RCB’s Suyash Sharma has emerged as their go-to Impact Player with 5 wickets in 4 matches as the spinner replaces a batter when defending.
Mitchell Starc remains unavailable for DC due to injury, while Lungi Ngidi limped off in the PBKS clash. RCB’s Jacob Duffy was dropped for the returning Josh Hazlewood, who has taken 4 wickets in 4 matches since his return.
Match 39 takes place on April 27, 2026, at 7:30 PM IST at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. Let’s take a look at the announced Impact Player options for both sides.
DC Impact Player Options
DC’s Impact Sub strategy depends on whether they bat first or chase, with multiple announced options across recent matches.
If DC Bowl First
Chasing scenarios favour batting reinforcements during run-chases under heavy dew at Arun Jaitley Stadium.
| Player | Role | Likely Replaces |
|---|---|---|
| Karun Nair | Batter | Mukesh Kumar |
| Ashutosh Sharma | Batting All-Rounder | Bowling specialist |
| Sahil Parakh | Batter | Lower-order cover |
Karun Nair anchored DC’s chase against RCB in Match 26 with crucial middle-order runs replacing Mukesh Kumar. Ashutosh Sharma offers explosive finishing with a strike rate of 160.62 last season. Sahil Parakh provides additional Indian batting depth at the lower order.
If DC Bat First
Defending scenarios at Arun Jaitley Stadium require bowling reinforcements to support DC’s spin attack on the slowing surface.
| Player | Role | Likely Replaces |
|---|---|---|
| Dushmantha Chameera | Bowler | Batting position |
| Vipraj Nigam | Spin All-Rounder | Middle-overs control |
| Kyle Jamieson | Bowler | Pace reinforcement |
Dushmantha Chameera brings Sri Lankan new-ball threat with extra bounce against RCB’s Phil Salt and Virat Kohli. Vipraj Nigam offers leg-spin variety plus lower-order hitting. Kyle Jamieson provides tall-bouncing pace that could trouble RCB’s top order in the powerplay.
RCB Impact Player Options
RCB have settled on Suyash Sharma as their primary Impact Sub, with batting reinforcements as alternatives for chase scenarios.
If RCB Bowl First
Chasing scenarios at Delhi favour batting substitutes given the heavy dew factor making bowling difficult.
| Player | Role | Likely Replaces |
|---|---|---|
| Devdutt Padikkal | Batter | Bowling specialist |
| Mayank Agarwal | Batter | Top-order backup |
| Romario Shepherd | All-Rounder | Lower-order finisher |
Devdutt Padikkal scored 55 off 27 against GT in his last appearance and offers explosive top-order firepower. Mayank Agarwal provides experienced Indian batting depth. Romario Shepherd brings West Indian power-hitting and useful death-overs bowling.
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If RCB Bat First
Defending scenarios require additional spin and pace options on the slowing Delhi surface.
| Player | Role | Likely Replaces |
|---|---|---|
| Suyash Sharma | Spinner | Batting position |
| Rasikh Salam | Bowler | Pace reinforcement |
| Lungi Ngidi | Bowler | Pace variety |
Suyash Sharma has taken 5 wickets in 4 matches as RCB’s primary Impact Sub. Rasikh Salam has stepped up for RCB with 5 wickets in 4 matches in Yash Dayal’s absence. Lungi Ngidi offers experienced pace if available after his recent injury concern.
