The five-time champions Mumbai Indians and one-time finalists Delhi Capitals have met 37 times in IPL history. Mumbai Indians hold the upper hand with 21 wins, while Delhi Capitals have claimed 16 victories. At the Arun Jaitley Stadium, DC has a slight advantage, winning 7 out of 13 matches, whereas MI has been dominant at the Wankhede Stadium with 8 wins in 11 games.
Looking at batting records, no player has scored a century in this rivalry so far. The highest individual score remains an unbeaten 95 by Virender Sehwag, while Rohit Sharma leads the overall run tally with 872 runs.
In terms of bowling, the Mumbai Indians have had the edge. Jasprit Bumrah stands as the leading wicket-taker with 30 wickets, and Lasith Malinga holds the best bowling figures of 5/13.
For more detailed insights into DC vs MI head-to-head statistics, continue reading the blog.
Overview of MI vs DC Head-to-Head Record
The Mumbai Indians have played the Delhi Capitals 37 times in IPL history and have dominated the head-to-head record. MI has won 21 matches, while DC has won only 16.
| Statistics | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 37 |
| Mumbai Indians Won | 21 |
| Delhi Capitals Won | 16 |
| No Result | 0 |
| Highest Score | 257 |
| Lowest Score | 66 |
MI vs DC at Arun Jaitley Stadium
At the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, the competition is quite close, but DC has a slight edge, having won 7 matches.
| Statistics | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 13 |
| Delhi Capitals Won | 7 |
| Mumbai Indians Won | 6 |
| No Result | 0 |
MI vs DC at Wankhede Stadium
At Wankhede Stadium, MI clearly dominates the head-to-head record, winning 8 of 11 matches.
| Statistics | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 11 |
| Delhi Capitals Won | 3 |
| Mumbai Indians Won | 8 |
| No Result | 0 |
MI vs DC Team Records
Let’s have a look at the team records for MI and DC in the rivalry.
Highest Team Scores in MI vs DC Matches
Delhi Capitals posted a massive total of 257/4, marking the highest score ever in this rivalry. In response, the Mumbai Indians put up a strong fight with the bat but fell short, finishing at 247/9, their highest total in IPL history.
| Team | Score | Overs | Run Rate | Ground | Result | Match Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DC | 257/4 | 20 | 12.85 | Delhi | Won | 27 Apr 2024 |
| MI | 247/9 | 20 | 12.35 | Delhi | Lost | 27 Apr 2024 |
| MI | 234/5 | 20 | 11.7 | Wankhede | Won | 7 Apr 2024 |
| MI | 218/7 | 20 | 10.9 | Delhi | Won | 17 Mar 2010 |
| DC | 213/6 | 20 | 10.65 | Wankhede | Won | 24 Mar 2019 |
Lowest Team Scores in MI vs DC Matches
The lowest score in this rivalry belongs to the Delhi Capitals with 66 runs in May 2017.
| Team | Score | Run Rate | Ground | Result | Match Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daredevils | 66 | 4.82 | Delhi | Lost | 6 May 2017 |
| MI | 92 | 4.75 | Wankhede | Lost | 16 Apr 2012 |
| Daredevils | 95 | 5.37 | Delhi | Lost | 10 Apr 2011 |
| DC | 110/9 | 5.5 | Dubai (DICS) | Lost | 31 Oct 2020 |
| MI | 116 | 5.8 | East London | Lost | 8 May 2009 |
MI vs DC Batting Records
Here are the batting stats for the Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals in the IPL history.
Best Individual Scores
The highest scorer between these two teams is Virendra Sehwag with 95*, followed by Jason Roy with 91*, both for DC.
| Player | Runs | Strike Rate | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virender Sehwag (DC) | 95* (57) | 166.66 | Delhi |
| Jason Roy (DC) | 91* (53) | 171.69 | Wankhede |
| Karun Nair (DC) | 89 (40) | 222.5 | Delhi |
| Dinesh Karthik (MI) | 86 (48) | 179.16 | Wankhede |
| Krunal Pandya (MI) | 86 (37) | 232.43 | Visakhapatnam |
Most Runs in MI vs DC Matches
Rohit Sharma has scored the most runs in this rivalry, with 872 in 30 matches, including a highest score of 74*. He is followed by his teammate Ishan Kishan’s 485 runs.
| Player | Matches | Runs | Average | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma (MI) | 30 | 872 | 32.11 | 74* |
| Ishan Kishan (MI) | 12 | 485 | 60.62 | 81* |
| Rishabh Pant (DC) | 16 | 402 | 26.8 | 78* |
MI vs DC Bowling Records
After the batting records, here are the bowling records.
Best Bowling Figures
Lasith Malings has taken 5/13, the most by any bowler in the Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians rivalry.
| Player | Inning Figure | Economy | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lasith Malinga (MI) | 5/13 | 3.54 | Delhi |
| Jasprit Bumrah (MI) | 4/14 | 3.5 | Dubai (DICS) |
| Harbhajan Singh (MI) | 4/17 | 4.25 | Centurion |
| Amit Mishra (DC) | 4/24 | 6 | Chennai |
| Gerald Coetzee (MI) | 4/34 | 8.5 | Wankhede |
Most Wickets in MI vs DC Matches
Jasprit Bumrah has taken the most wickets in DC vs MI clashes, with 30 wickets in 23 matches. He is followed by Lasith Malinga’s 22 wickets and Harbhajan Singh’s 21 wickets.
| Bowler | Matches | Wickets | Economy | Best Bowling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jasprit Bumrah (MI) | 23 | 30 | 7.68 | 4/14 |
| Lasith Malinga (MI) | 13 | 22 | 6.65 | 5/13 |
| Harbhajan Singh (MI) | 17 | 21 | 6.67 | 4/17 |
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Conclusion: MI Leads This Rivalry Against DC Over The Years
In 37 matches between the Delhi Capitals and the Mumbai Indians, the Mumbai Indians have won 21 games, while the Delhi Capitals have secured 16 victories.
Overall, MI has maintained a clear dominance in this rivalry, especially at Wankhede Stadium, where they have performed strongly. Interestingly, no centuries have been recorded in matches between these two teams. Additionally, the Mumbai Indians’ bowlers have consistently delivered better performances, with top all 3 included.
