Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants — A Rivalry Forged in the Modern IPL
In just seven meetings across four IPL seasons (2022–2025), Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants have already built a rivalry defined by momentum swings and individual brilliance. Delhi Capitals hold a narrow 4-3 advantage in the all-time head-to-head — a lead built almost entirely on a four-match winning streak across 2024 and 2025 that reversed a 1-2 deficit accumulated in 2022 and 2023.
What makes this fixture compelling is the contrast. Delhi Capitals, one of the original eight franchises from 2008 (formerly Delhi Daredevils), carry the weight of history — a 2020 final appearance, years of rebuilding, and a loyal fanbase at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Lucknow Super Giants, born in 2022, arrived with ambition and financial firepower, making the playoffs in their debut season. Every encounter between these two sides has carried the undercurrent of old guard versus new money — and the results have been fascinatingly even.
All-Time Head-to-Head Record
| Metric | Delhi Capitals | Lucknow Super Giants |
|---|---|---|
| Matches won | 4 | 3 |
| Win percentage | 57.1% | 42.9% |
| Total meetings | 7 | 7 |
| Biggest victory (runs) | 19 (2024) | 50 (2023) |
| Biggest victory (wickets) | 8 (2025) | 6 (2022) |
| Wins batting first | 1 | 2 |
| Wins chasing | 3 | 1 |
Delhi's 57.1% win rate conceals a stark split: Lucknow dominated the opening exchanges in 2022 and 2023 (winning 2 of the first 3 meetings), but Delhi have been relentless since, winning 4 consecutive encounters across 2024 and 2025 without a single defeat.
Last 5 Meetings
| Date | Venue | Winner | Margin | Player of the Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Apr 2025 | Ekana Stadium, Lucknow | Delhi Capitals | 8 wickets | Mukesh Kumar |
| 24 Mar 2025 | ACA-VDCA Stadium, Visakhapatnam | Delhi Capitals | 1 wicket | Ashutosh Sharma |
| 14 May 2024 | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | Delhi Capitals | 19 runs | Ishant Sharma |
| 12 Apr 2024 | Ekana Stadium, Lucknow | Delhi Capitals | 6 wickets | Kuldeep Yadav |
| 1 Apr 2023 | Ekana Stadium, Lucknow | Lucknow Super Giants | 50 runs | Mark Wood |
Delhi's dominance in recent encounters is unmistakable. Four straight victories — including two away from home in Lucknow — represent the longest winning streak by either side in this fixture. Lucknow's last win came in April 2023, and they have been unable to break through since.
Defining Moments
The 50-Run Demolition — Lucknow, 1 April 2023
Lucknow Super Giants' most emphatic victory in this rivalry came in Match 3 of IPL 2023 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium. Mark Wood was the catalyst, earning Player of the Match honours as Lucknow dismantled Delhi by 50 runs — the largest margin of victory by either side across all 7 meetings. It was a statement from a franchise still in just its second season, establishing that the Ekana fortress was real and that Delhi would have to earn every run on Lucknow soil.
The Closest Finish — Wankhede, 1 May 2022
The tightest encounter came during the neutral-venue phase of IPL 2022 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Lucknow, batting first after winning the toss, set a target that Delhi chased aggressively but ultimately fell 6 runs short. Mohsin Khan's bowling performance earned him the Player of the Match award. A margin of just 6 runs — the smallest in this fixture's history — underlined how fine the margins are between these two sides.
Delhi's 8-Wicket Rout — Lucknow, 22 April 2025
If Lucknow's 50-run win in 2023 was a statement, Delhi's response in 2025 was a thunderclap. Travelling to Ekana in Match 40 of IPL 2025, Delhi chased down the target with 8 wickets to spare — the most dominant chase victory in this head-to-head. Mukesh Kumar's bowling broke the Lucknow batting order early, and the chase was barely a contest. It was Delhi's fourth consecutive win over Lucknow and the moment the ledger swung decisively in their favour.
Venue Split
| Venue | Meetings | DC Wins | LSG Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ekana Stadium, Lucknow | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Dr DY Patil Academy, Mumbai | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| ACA-VDCA Stadium, Visakhapatnam | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Ekana Stadium in Lucknow has hosted the most meetings — 3 of the 7 encounters have taken place at Lucknow Super Giants' home ground. Remarkably, Delhi Capitals have won 2 of those 3 matches, giving them a winning record at the very venue where Lucknow should hold the advantage. The neutral-venue meetings in Mumbai during the COVID-affected 2022 season both went to Lucknow, while Delhi have a perfect record at the Arun Jaitley Stadium and in Visakhapatnam.
For Delhi, the willingness to win away from home — particularly at Ekana — is a significant psychological edge. No team enjoys losing at their own fortress, and Lucknow's inability to protect home turf in this fixture has been a recurring theme since 2024.
Delhi's Modern-Era Surge: 2024–2025
The most striking pattern in this rivalry is Delhi's complete dominance across the 2024 and 2025 seasons. After dropping 2 of the first 3 meetings (2022–2023), Delhi won all 4 subsequent encounters — by 6 wickets, 19 runs, 1 wicket, and 8 wickets. The margins varied, but the result did not.
What powered this turnaround? A combination of bowling depth (Kuldeep Yadav's match-winning performance at Ekana in April 2024, Ishant Sharma's 19-run defence at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in May 2024, Mukesh Kumar's 8-wicket demolition in April 2025) and the composure to chase in pressure situations (3 of the 4 wins came batting second). Delhi's success against Lucknow mirrored their broader resurgence across those seasons.
Lucknow, by contrast, have not beaten Delhi since April 2023 — a drought spanning over two years and four consecutive meetings. Breaking that streak has become one of the key subplots every time the two franchises meet.
The Rivalry's Place in IPL History
With only 7 meetings to date, the Delhi Capitals versus Lucknow Super Giants rivalry is still in its infancy compared to fixtures like Mumbai Indians versus Chennai Super Kings (35+ meetings) or Royal Challengers Bengaluru versus Kolkata Knight Riders (30+ meetings). But what it lacks in volume, it compensates for in intensity. A 50-run blowout, a 6-run nail-biter, an 8-wicket rout, and a last-wicket chase victory — the full spectrum of T20 cricket drama has already been compressed into fewer than a dozen games. As Lucknow Super Giants continue to mature and Delhi Capitals chase the elusive title that has defined their franchise story since 2008, this fixture will be revisited every IPL season with fresh stakes and deeper history.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the head-to-head record between Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL?
Delhi Capitals lead the all-time head-to-head 4-3 across 7 IPL meetings played between 2022 and 2025. Delhi have won the last 4 consecutive encounters.
When did Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants first play each other in the IPL?
The two sides met for the first time in Match 15 of IPL 2022, on 7 April 2022, at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Mumbai. Lucknow Super Giants won that inaugural meeting by 6 wickets, with Quinton de Kock earning Player of the Match.
What is the biggest victory in this head-to-head?
The largest margin of victory is Lucknow Super Giants' 50-run win in Match 3 of IPL 2023 at Ekana Stadium, Lucknow. Mark Wood was named Player of the Match. In terms of wickets, Delhi Capitals' 8-wicket victory in Match 40 of IPL 2025 — also at Ekana — is the most dominant chase result.
What was the closest finish between Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants?
The closest encounter was a 6-run win for Lucknow Super Giants in Match 45 of IPL 2022 at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. Mohsin Khan earned the Player of the Match award for his bowling performance.
Which venue has hosted the most DC vs LSG matches?
Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow has hosted 3 of the 7 meetings — the most of any venue. Delhi Capitals have won 2 of those 3 matches, holding a surprising away advantage at Lucknow's home ground.
Where can I watch Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants matches?
All IPL matches, including Delhi Capitals versus Lucknow Super Giants fixtures, are broadcast live on JioStar across television and streaming platforms in India across every IPL season.
How do Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants compare in overall IPL standing?
Delhi Capitals (founded 2008, originally Delhi Daredevils) reached their first IPL final in 2020 but have never won the title. Lucknow Super Giants (founded 2022) qualified for the playoffs in their debut season (2022) and have been competitive since, but are yet to reach an IPL final. Neither franchise has won the IPL title as of IPL 2025.