The rivalry between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Delhi Capitals (DC) is one of the most consistent and competitive in IPL history. SRH joined the IPL in 2013, replacing the Deccan Chargers. DC, earlier known as Delhi Daredevils, has been part of the IPL since 2008.
SRH and DC have played 26 matches against each other so far. SRH has won 13 matches, while DC has won 12. One match ended in a no-result due to rain. This shows how close and balanced this rivalry is.
Both teams have strong batting lineups, talented players, and loyal fans. Because of this, every match between SRH and DC is full of big shots, high scores, and exciting finishes.
SRH vs DC Head-to-Head Record in IPL: Overview
SRH won 13 matches, while DC has 12 victories to their name. The highest score of DC is 207, while SRH registered their highest score of 266 against DC. SRH won the IPL title in 2016, while DC have twice reached the playoffs final but have yet to win the trophy.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 26 |
| SRH Won | 13 |
| DC Won | 12 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Highest Score (SRH) | 266/7 |
| Lowest Score (DC) | 80/10 |
SRH vs DC Head-to-Head Team Records
Across 26 matches, SRH and DC have produced some of the biggest scores ever seen in IPL history. Here is a look at the highest and lowest totals in this rivalry.
Highest Team Totals in SRH vs DC Matches
On 20 April 2024 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, Sunrisers Hyderabad scored 266/7 against Delhi Capitals.
| Team | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| SRH | 266/7 | Won | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| SRH | 219/2 | Won | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| DC | 207/3 | Won | Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad |
| DC | 199/10 | Lost | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| SRH | 197/6 | Won | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
Lowest Team Totals in SRH vs DC Matches
The lowest score by the Delhi Capitals against Sunrisers Hyderabad is 80, followed by 114/8.
| Team | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC | 80/10 | Lost | Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad |
| DC | 114/8 | Lost | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| SRH | 116/10 | Lost | Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad |
| DC | 129/8 | Lost | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| DC | 131/10 | Lost | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
SRH vs DC Head-to-Head Batting Records
Now, let’s have a look at the batting records in the rivalry between SRH and DC.
Best Individual Batting Performances
Among the best single innings, Rishabh Pant’s iconic 128* off 63 balls is the most destructive knock in this rivalry.
| Player | Runs (Balls) | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Rishabh Pant (DC) | 128* (63) | 203 |
| Shikhar Dhawan (SRH) | 92* (50) | 184 |
| Travis Head (SRH) | 89 (32) | 278.12 |
| David Warner (DC) | 92* (58) | 158.62 |
| Kane Williamson (SRH) | 89 (51) | 170.5 |
Most Runs in SRH vs DC Matches
Shikhar Dhawan leads the run charts with 575 runs, closely followed by David Warner with 570 runs. Rishabh Pant has also been a key contributor with 536 runs.
| Batters | Matches | Runs | Average | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shikhar Dhawan(SRH/DC) | 19 | 575 | 31.94 | 92* |
| David Warner(SRH/DC) | 21 | 570 | 31.66 | 92* |
| Rishabh Pant(DC) | 16 | 536 | 44.66 | 128* |
SRH vs DC Head-to-Head Bowling Records
Here are the bowling records across all matches played between SRH and DC.
Best Individual Bowling Performances
Mitchell Starc is the only bowler to take a 5-fer (5/35) in this rivalry, followed by T Natrajan 4/19.
| Player | Figures | Economy |
|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Starc | 5/35 | 10 |
| T Natarajan (SRH) | 4/19 | 4.75 |
| JP Duminy(DC) | 4/17 | 5.67 |
| Kagiso Rabada (DC) | 4/22 | 5.73 |
| Chris Morris (SRH) | 4/26 | 6.45 |
Most Wickets in SRH vs DC Matches
Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been the most successful bowler, picking up 18 wickets. Rashid Khan follows with 15 wickets.
| Bowlers | Matches | Wickets | Economy | BBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar(SRH) | 19 | 18 | 7.69 | 2/11 |
| Rashid Khan(SRH) | 12 | 15 | 5.7 | 3/7 |
| Kagiso Rabada (DC) | 8 | 14 | 9.19 | 4/22 |
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Conclusion: SRH Lead DC 13–12 in One of IPL’s Longest Rivalries
The rivalry between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Delhi Capitals (DC) has been going on since 2013, with SRH having a slight lead, with 13 wins, while DC has 12 wins in 25 matches.
Shikhar Dhawan is the top run-scorer in this rivalry with 575 runs. Bhuvneshwar Kumar has taken the most wickets, with 18 wickets, showing his strong performance for SRH.
Both teams have powerful batters and skilled bowlers. Because of this, their matches are always exciting and full of action, making this rivalry one of the most entertaining in the IPL.
