The rivalry between the Royal Challengers Bengaluru and the Delhi Capitals is one of the oldest in IPL history. Both teams have been playing since 2008 and have had many close and exciting matches. Delhi’s team was formerly known as the Delhi Daredevils until 2018, then became the Delhi Capitals in 2019.
They have played 33 matches against each other. Of these, RCB have won 20 games, DC have won 12, and 1 match ended in a no-result. Even though RCB has more wins, their matches are usually very competitive, and DC have often challenged RCB strongly.
RCB went on to win their first-ever IPL title in 2025, while Delhi Capitals are still waiting to win their first trophy, despite reaching the final in 2020.
RCB vs DC Head-to-Head Record in IPL: Overview
The head-to-head record stands at 20-12 in favour of RCB across 33 matches, with 1 no result, since their first meeting in 2008. RCB claimed their maiden IPL title in 2025, while DC reached the final in 2020 but has yet to lift the trophy.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 33 |
| RCB Won | 20 |
| DC Won | 12 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Highest Score (RCB) | 215 |
| Lowest Score (DC) | 95/10 |
RCB vs DC at Different Venues
Let’s have a look at the head-to-head record at different venues.
At M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
RCB have played DC 12 times at their home ground in Bengaluru. RCB winning 7 and DC winning 4, one match ending in a tie decided by Super Over.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 12 |
| RCB Won | 7 |
| DC Won | 4 |
| No Result / Tie | 1 |
At Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
RCB have a remarkable record at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Out of 10 matches played in Delhi, RCB have won 6 and DC have won 4.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 10 |
| RCB Won | 6 |
| DC Won | 4 |
| No Result | 0 |
RCB vs DC Head-to-Head Team Records
Across 33 matches, RCB and DC have produced an extraordinary range of team totals.
Highest Team Totals in RCB vs DC Matches
RCB’s highest score against DC is 215/8, while DC’s highest score against RCB is 196/4.
| Team | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| RCB | 215/8 | Won | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| DC | 196/4 | Won | Dubai International Cricket Stadium |
| DC | 194/9 | Lost | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| DC | 192/3 | Won | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| DC | 191/5 | Won | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
Lowest Team Totals in RCB vs DC Matches
DC’s 95 all out at Delhi in 2015 is the lowest team total in this rivalry and one of the lowest totals in IPL history.
| Team | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC | 95/10 | Lost | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| DC | 134/7 | Lost | The Wanderers Stadium |
| RCB | 137/9 | Lost | Dubai International Cricket Stadium |
| DC | 137/7 | Lost | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| DC | 138/6 | Lost | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
RCB vs DC Head-to-Head Batting Records
Here are the batting records between RCB and DC.
Best Individual Batting Performances
Chris Gayle’s unbeaten 128 off 62 balls for RCB against DC in 2012 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is the highest individual score in this rivalry. For DC, Quinton de Kock’s 108 in 2016 at Bengaluru remains the highest individual score by a Delhi batter in this rivalry.
| Player | Runs | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Chris Gayle (RCB) | 128* (62) | 206 |
| Quinton de Kock (DC) | 108 (51) | 211.76 |
| AB de Villiers (RCB) | 90* (39) | 230.76 |
| Virat Kohli (RCB) | 99 (58) | 170.68 |
| KL Rahul (DC) | 93* (53) | 175.47 |
Most Runs in RCB vs DC Matches
Virat Kohli leads the run-scoring charts with 1,130 runs in 30 innings. He is followed by AB de Villiers with 690 runs and Rishabh Pant with 421 runs for DC
| Batters | Innings | Runs | Average | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli (RCB) | 30 | 1,130 | 50 | 99 |
| AB de Villiers (RCB/DC) | 19 | 690 | 49.28 | 90* |
| Rishabh Pant (DC) | 12 | 421 | 42.1 | 85 |
RCB vs DC Head-to-Head Bowling Records
Now, let’s have a look at the head-to-head records in the bowling department.
Best Individual Bowling Performances
Jaydev Unadkat’s 5/25 for RCB against DC in 2013 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi is the best bowling performance in this rivalry. For DC, Kagiso Rabada’s 4/21 in 2019 at Bengaluru.
| Player | Figures | Economy |
|---|---|---|
| Jaydev Unadkat (RCB) | 5/25 | 6 |
| Kagiso Rabada (DC) | 4/21 | 5.25 |
| Kagiso Rabada (DC) | 4/24 | 6 |
| Glenn McGrath (DC) | 4/29 | 7.25 |
| Pawan Negil (RCB) | 3/10 | 5 |
Most Wickets in RCB vs DC Matches
Yuzvendra Chahal leads the wicket-taking charts in this rivalry with 15 wickets for RCB, making him the most impactful bowler in the entire history of RCB vs DC encounters.
| Bowlers | Matches | Wickets | Economy | Average | BBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuzi Chahal (RCB) | 15 | 15 | 7.97 | 28 | 3/32 |
| Mohammed Siraj (RCB) | 11 | 13 | 8.8 | 26.3 | 2/23 |
| Harshal Patel (RCB/DC) | 14 | 13 | 9.46 | 35.69 | 3/43 |
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Conclusion: RCB Lead DC 20-12
In the rivalry between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals, RCB are ahead with 20 wins compared to DC’s 12 in 33 matches, but the matches are usually much closer than the numbers suggest. Delhi Capitals have even won games in Bengaluru, where it is usually very hard for visiting teams to win.
Virat Kohli is the top run-scorer in this rivalry, with 1,130 runs. Chris Gayle holds the record for the highest score, with an amazing 128* in 2012. Yuzvendra Chahal is the leading bowler, with 15 wickets.
As both teams are strong and improving, their matches will remain exciting.
