Two IPL originals, zero shared trophies for the longest time, and one of the most lopsided rivalries in the tournament’s history — the RCB vs DC head-to-head record in IPL tells the story of Bengaluru’s dominance over Delhi across 17 thrilling seasons. Whether you’re gearing up for their IPL 2026 showdown or just settling a debate with a friend, this is the only stat sheet you need.
One team is the reigning IPL champion. The other reached the final in 2020 and has been rebuilding ever since. And when they meet, chaos usually follows.
A Rivalry Defined by Contrast
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their maiden IPL title in 2025, ending years of heartbreak after three final appearances in 2009, 2011, and 2016. Under Rajat Patidar’s captaincy and with Virat Kohli still wielding the bat, RCB finally have a trophy in the cabinet.
Delhi Capitals, led by Axar Patel in IPL 2026, are still searching for their first title. They came closest in 2020 under Shreyas Iyer when they reached the final, and they’ve built competitive squads in recent years. But against RCB? The numbers tell a painful story for Delhi fans.
Let’s break every stat, season, and unforgettable moment wide open.
RCB vs DC Head to Head: Overall Record at a Glance
Here’s the complete big-picture view of this rivalry heading into IPL 2026.
| Stat | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 33 (including 1 Super Over and 1 No Result) |
| RCB Wins | 20 |
| DC Wins | 12 |
| No Result | 1 (Washed out in IPL 2015) |
| Super Over | 1 (RCB won in 2013) |
| RCB Highest Score | 215/1 (2015) |
| DC Highest Score | 196/4 |
| RCB Lowest Score | ~118 |
| DC Lowest Score | ~95 |
RCB lead 20–12 in this rivalry. That’s a win percentage of over 60% — one of the most dominant head-to-head records between any two IPL teams.
RCB vs DC: Season-Wise Head to Head Record (2008–2025)
Here’s the full season-by-season breakdown that every IPL fan wants to see. Note that DC were known as Delhi Daredevils until 2018 before rebranding.
| IPL Season | Matches | RCB Wins | DC Wins | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2 | 2 | 0 | RCB dominant in inaugural season |
| 2009 | 2 | 1 | 1 | IPL held in South Africa |
| 2010 | 2 | 1 | 1 | Split results |
| 2011 | 2 | 2 | 0 | RCB’s runners-up season |
| 2012 | 2 | 2 | 0 | Gayle’s 128* destroyed Delhi |
| 2013 | 2 | 2 | 0 | Includes Super Over thriller |
| 2014 | 2 | 1 | 1 | Split results |
| 2015 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 No Result; RCB won by 10 wickets |
| 2016 | 2 | 1 | 1 | AB de Villiers’ 129* masterclass |
| 2017 | 2 | 1 | 1 | Split results |
| 2018 | 2 | 1 | 1 | DC rebranded from Delhi Daredevils |
| 2019 | 2 | 1 | 1 | Pant’s explosive 85 for DC |
| 2020 | 2 | 0 | 2 | DC’s best season — reached the final |
| 2021 | 2 | 2 | 0 | RCB swept the season series |
| 2022 | 2 | 1 | 1 | Split results |
| 2023 | 2 | 1 | 1 | DC won at home; RCB won at home |
| 2024 | 1 | 1 | 0 | RCB won by 47 runs at Bengaluru |
| 2025 | 2 | 1 | 1 | DC won in Bengaluru; RCB won in Delhi |
| Total | 33 | 20 | 12 | 1 No Result |
A key trend: RCB have won 6 out of 8 meetings since IPL 2021. The only Delhi wins in that stretch came in 2023 (at home) and early in IPL 2025 (in Bengaluru). RCB’s recent dominance is undeniable.
RCB vs DC: Last 5 Match Results
Want to know the recent form? These five results paint a clear picture.
| Date | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|
| April 27, 2025 | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | RCB (165/4) beat DC (162/8) by 6 wickets |
| April 10, 2025 | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | DC (164/4) beat RCB (163/7) by 6 wickets |
| May 12, 2024 | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | RCB (187/9) beat DC (140) by 47 runs |
| May 6, 2023 | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | DC beat RCB by 7 wickets |
| April 15, 2023 | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | RCB beat DC by 23 runs |
RCB have won 3 out of the last 5 meetings. That April 2025 match in Delhi was special — Krunal Pandya’s unbeaten 73 and Virat Kohli’s 51 powered an incredible chase that made RCB the first team in IPL history to win their first six away games of a season.
Top Run-Scorers in RCB vs DC Matches
This rivalry has been blessed with some of the greatest batters in IPL history. The run-scoring charts are packed with legends.
| Player | Team | Matches | Runs | Highest Score | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | RCB | 30+ | 1,057+ | 99 | ~140 |
| AB de Villiers | RCB | 16 | 690 | 129* | ~170 |
| Rishabh Pant | DC | 14 | 421 | 85 | ~150 |
| KL Rahul | DC | 5 | 250+ | 93* | ~145 |
| Chris Gayle | RCB | 10 | 350+ | 128* | ~165 |
Virat Kohli is the undisputed king of this fixture with over 1,050 runs against Delhi — the most by any batter in RCB vs DC history. He averages over 40 against DC and seems to save some of his best performances for this rivalry.
AB de Villiers’ 690 runs came at a staggering strike rate of around 170. When ABD walked in against DC, the game changed instantly.
Top Wicket-Takers in RCB vs DC Matches
The bowlers who’ve shaped this rivalry deserve their spotlight too.
| Player | Team | Matches | Wickets | Best Figures | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuzvendra Chahal | RCB | 14 | 15 | 3/18 | ~7.5 |
| Kagiso Rabada | DC | 8 | 13 | 4/24 | ~8.2 |
| Harshal Patel | RCB | 9 | 13 | 3/28 | ~8.5 |
| Mohammed Siraj | RCB | 10 | 13 | 3/21 | ~8.8 |
| Amit Mishra | DC | 14 | 12 | 4/22 | ~7.0 |
Yuzvendra Chahal tops the charts with 15 wickets — his leg-spin was a constant menace for DC’s middle order during his years with RCB. Kagiso Rabada has been DC’s best weapon against RCB, with his raw pace accounting for 13 wickets.
Highest Individual Scores in RCB vs DC Matches
Some of the most destructive innings in IPL history have come in this rivalry.
| Player | Team | Score | Year | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AB de Villiers | RCB | 129* (52) | 2016 | Bengaluru |
| Chris Gayle | RCB | 128* (62) | 2012 | Delhi |
| Virat Kohli | RCB | 99 (58) | 2013 | Delhi |
| KL Rahul | DC | 93* (53) | 2025 | Bengaluru |
| Rishabh Pant | DC | 85 (48) | 2019 | Delhi |
AB de Villiers’ 129* in 2016 is widely regarded as one of the greatest IPL innings ever played. He smashed 12 sixes and 10 fours in an innings that redefined what was possible in T20 cricket. The Chinnaswamy crowd that night witnessed something truly extraordinary.
Chris Gayle’s 128* at Feroz Shah Kotla in 2012 was pure devastation — 13 sixes and 7 fours. DC’s bowlers had no answers as the Universe Boss launched everything into the stands.
Best Bowling Performances in RCB vs DC
When bowlers have dominated this fixture, the results have been spectacular.
| Player | Team | Figures | Year | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kagiso Rabada | DC | 4/24 | 2019 | Delhi |
| Amit Mishra | DC | 4/22 | 2013 | Delhi |
| Kuldeep Yadav | DC | 4/31 | 2022 | Pune |
| Mohammed Siraj | RCB | 3/21 | 2024 | Bengaluru |
| Ravi Rampaul | RCB | Key Super Over spell | 2013 | Bengaluru |
Amit Mishra deserves special mention as one of the most underrated performers in this rivalry. The veteran leg-spinner consistently troubled RCB’s batters, and his hat-trick against them in 2008 remains one of the most iconic bowling feats in IPL history.
RCB vs DC at Key Venues
The venue plays a huge role in how this rivalry unfolds. Here’s how both teams have performed at their respective home grounds.
| Venue | Matches | RCB Wins | DC Wins | Other |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | 12 | 6 | 4 | 1 Tie (Super Over), 1 NR |
| Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 10 | 6 | 4 | — |
| Neutral Venues | 6 | 3 | 3 | — |
Here’s a stat that will shock Delhi fans: RCB have won 6 out of 10 matches at the Arun Jaitley Stadium against DC. That means RCB actually win more often in Delhi than Delhi’s own team does in this fixture. That’s a staggering level of away dominance.
At the Chinnaswamy, RCB hold a 6–4 advantage (excluding the Super Over and NR), making them strong at home as well.
5 Memorable Moments from RCB vs DC History
1. Chris Gayle’s 128* — IPL 2012, Delhi
The Universe Boss walked in and decided violence was the answer. Chris Gayle smashed 128 off just 62 balls at Feroz Shah Kotla, launching 13 sixes that left DC’s bowlers shell-shocked. It remains the highest individual score in this rivalry and one of the most brutal T20 innings ever played anywhere in the world.
2. The Super Over Thriller — IPL 2013, Bengaluru
When the scores were tied after regulation play, it was AB de Villiers who stepped up in the Super Over. ABD smashed two massive sixes off the last two balls to post 16 runs, and Ravi Rampaul then restricted Delhi to just 11 in their chase. It was edge-of-the-seat cricket at its finest.
3. AB de Villiers’ 129* — IPL 2016, Bengaluru
This wasn’t just an innings — it was a statement. AB de Villiers destroyed DC’s bowling with 129 off 52 balls, hitting 12 sixes and 10 fours. The Chinnaswamy erupted with every shot, and even the Delhi fielders looked like they were in awe. This knock is widely considered one of the top five IPL innings of all time.
4. KL Rahul’s Match-Winning 93* — IPL 2025, Bengaluru
In one of DC’s finest away wins, KL Rahul anchored the chase with an unbeaten 93 off 53 balls. He was patient through the tough middle overs when DC lost quick wickets, then exploded with 22 runs off a single Josh Hazlewood over. Tristan Stubbs supported brilliantly with 38*, and DC chased down 164 with 13 balls to spare, maintaining their unbeaten start to IPL 2025.
5. Krunal Pandya’s Delhi Heist — IPL 2025, Delhi
Down 26/3 after just four overs, RCB looked dead and buried at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Then Krunal Pandya produced the innings of his life — an unbeaten 73 off 47 balls that turned the match on its head. Alongside Virat Kohli’s 51, Krunal dragged RCB to a 6-wicket win that took them to the top of the IPL 2025 table and made them the first team in IPL history to win their first six away games of a season.
IPL 2026: What to Expect from RCB vs DC
Both teams have started IPL 2026 on a positive note.
RCB opened their title defence with a convincing 6-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in Bengaluru. Virat Kohli looked in sublime touch, and the bowling unit continues to impress. As defending champions, they carry the confidence of knowing they can win it all.
DC also began well, beating Lucknow Super Giants by 6 wickets in their season opener. Under Axar Patel’s captaincy, DC look well-balanced. KL Rahul remains their batting anchor, while the spin trio of Axar, Kuldeep Yadav, and their supporting cast can be lethal on the spin-friendly Arun Jaitley Stadium surface.
RCB and DC are scheduled to meet twice in the IPL 2026 league stage — Match 26 on April 18 in Bengaluru and Match 39 on April 27 in Delhi. Both matches promise to be blockbusters.
The big question: Can DC finally flip the script against RCB this season? Or will the defending champions continue their historical dominance over Delhi?
FAQ: RCB vs DC Head to Head Record
Q1. Who leads the RCB vs DC head to head record in IPL? RCB lead comfortably with 20 wins compared to DC’s 12 victories in 33 total matches. One match ended with no result.
Q2. Who has scored the most runs in RCB vs DC matches? Virat Kohli holds the record with over 1,050 runs in this rivalry, including a highest score of 99. AB de Villiers is second with 690 runs.
Q3. Who has taken the most wickets in RCB vs DC matches? Yuzvendra Chahal leads with 15 wickets during his time at RCB. Kagiso Rabada, Harshal Patel, and Mohammed Siraj are tied at 13 wickets each.
Q4. What is the highest individual score in RCB vs DC matches? AB de Villiers’ 129* off 52 balls for RCB in IPL 2016 at Bengaluru is the highest score. Chris Gayle’s 128* in 2012 is a close second.
Q5. What is RCB’s record at the Arun Jaitley Stadium against DC? Surprisingly, RCB lead 6–4 at DC’s home ground, making it one of the most remarkable away records in IPL history.