Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals — The Complete IPL Head-to-Head Record
In 33 meetings across 18 IPL seasons, Royal Challengers Bengaluru hold a commanding 19-12 lead over Delhi Capitals, with 2 matches yielding no result. It is a rivalry that stretches back to 30 April 2008, when Delhi Daredevils — as they were then known — defeated Bangalore by 10 runs at the Feroz Shah Kotla, with Glenn McGrath earning the Player of the Match award. Since that opening chapter, the two franchises have produced some of the IPL's most dramatic finishes, including a 1-run thriller in 2021 and a perfect 10-wicket demolition in 2015.
What makes this fixture compelling is the contrast in trajectories. Bengaluru's IPL journey was defined for years by heartbreak — three final appearances without a title — before finally lifting the trophy in 2025. Delhi, rebranded from Daredevils to Capitals in 2019, reached one final (2020) but have never won the tournament. Their head-to-head record mirrors that broader narrative: Bengaluru have found a way to win the crucial moments more often than not.
All-Time Record
| Metric | RCB | DC |
|---|---|---|
| Matches won | 19 | 12 |
| Win percentage | 61.3% | 38.7% |
| No results | 2 | 2 |
| Total meetings | 33 | 33 |
| Biggest victory (runs) | 47 (2024) | 59 (2020) |
| Biggest victory (wickets) | 10 (2015) | 7 (2023) |
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's 61.3% win rate against Delhi is among the strongest any franchise holds in an IPL head-to-head fixture played more than 30 times. The 19 victories include wins at neutral venues in South Africa, the UAE, and Ahmedabad — proof that the dominance is not confined to home conditions at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Last 5 Meetings
| Date | Venue | Winner | Margin | Player of the Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Apr 2025 | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | RCB | 6 wickets | KH Pandya |
| 10 Apr 2025 | M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | DC | 6 wickets | KL Rahul |
| 12 May 2024 | M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | RCB | 47 runs | C Green |
| 6 May 2023 | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | DC | 7 wickets | PD Salt |
| 15 Apr 2023 | M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | RCB | 23 runs | V Kohli |
The last five meetings are split 3-2 in Bengaluru's favour, a microcosm of the overall trend. Both of Delhi's wins came away from Bengaluru — at their own Arun Jaitley Stadium in 2023 and on a return visit to the Chinnaswamy in 2025. When Royal Challengers defend at home in this fixture, they have historically been very difficult to beat.
Defining Moments
The 59-Run Blowout — Dubai, 2020
The biggest victory by runs in this rivalry belongs to Delhi Capitals. On 5 October 2020, during the UAE-hosted season, Delhi posted a formidable total and then dismantled Bengaluru's batting order with clinical efficiency. Axar Patel earned the Player of the Match award for his all-round contribution, and the 59-run margin remains the widest in any RCB-DC encounter. That 2020 season was Delhi's best ever — they reached the IPL final for the first and only time, losing to Mumbai Indians.
The 1-Run Miracle — Ahmedabad, 2021
On 27 April 2021, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Royal Challengers Bangalore defended their total by the slimmest possible margin — 1 run. With Delhi needing just 2 off the final delivery, the bowling held firm. AB de Villiers, whose explosive batting had set up the total, was named Player of the Match. It remains the closest finish in the history of this head-to-head and one of the most heart-stopping conclusions in any IPL match.
The 10-Wicket Statement — Delhi, 2015
No match in this rivalry has been as one-sided as the 26 April 2015 encounter at the Feroz Shah Kotla. Royal Challengers Bangalore chased down Delhi Daredevils' total without losing a single wicket — the only 10-wicket victory in RCB-DC history. Varun Aaron's Player of the Match performance with the ball had earlier restricted Delhi, and the chase was completed with ease. A 10-wicket win in T20 cricket is rare; in this fixture, it has happened exactly once.
Venue Split
| Venue | Meetings | RCB Wins | DC Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feroz Shah Kotla / Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | 13 | 6 | 5 |
| Dubai International Cricket Stadium | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Sheikh Zayed Stadium | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| St George's Park, South Africa | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| New Wanderers Stadium, South Africa | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Note: Feroz Shah Kotla was renamed Arun Jaitley Stadium in 2019. Meetings at both names are combined above. Similarly, the Chinnaswamy meetings across different naming conventions are combined.
The Delhi venue (Kotla/Arun Jaitley) has hosted 11 meetings — more than any other ground — yet Royal Challengers Bengaluru have won 7 of those 11, a 63.6% win rate on opposition soil. In Bengaluru at the Chinnaswamy, RCB lead 6-5 across 13 meetings, a tighter margin. The takeaway: Delhi's home advantage in this fixture has been non-existent. Bengaluru have historically travelled well to the capital.
The 2019–2024 Dominance Period
Between the 2019 and 2024 IPL seasons, Royal Challengers won 8 of 11 meetings against Delhi, a 72.7% win rate across six seasons. This period coincided with Delhi's rebrand from Daredevils to Capitals and their best-ever squad construction under Ricky Ponting's coaching — yet even that golden Delhi era (2019-2021) could not shift the head-to-head balance. In 2020, Delhi won both league meetings but it was an outlier year; by 2021, the pendulum swung back. The 2024 meeting was particularly emphatic — a 47-run Royal Challengers victory at the Chinnaswamy, with Cameron Green delivering a match-winning performance.
The Rivalry's Place in IPL History
The RCB-DC fixture has produced 33 meetings, placing it among the most-played combinations in IPL history. Unlike the commercially celebrated MI-CSK rivalry, this is a contest between two franchises that have historically occupied different tiers of IPL success — Bengaluru with their 2025 title and three other final appearances, Delhi with a single final in 2020. Yet the on-field cricket has regularly produced drama: a 1-run finish, a 10-wicket blitz, neutral-venue thrillers in the UAE and South Africa. The 19-12 scoreline suggests Bengaluru dominance, but Delhi's ability to produce statement wins — like the 59-run hammering in Dubai — ensures every meeting carries genuine tension. As the two franchises continue to rebuild and evolve through mega-auctions and squad overhauls, this head-to-head will be revisited and re-examined every IPL season.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the all-time head-to-head record between RCB and DC in the IPL?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru lead Delhi Capitals 19-12 in 33 IPL meetings, with 2 matches producing no result. The rivalry dates back to the inaugural 2008 season.
What was the closest finish in RCB vs DC history?
The closest finish was a 1-run victory for Royal Challengers Bangalore over Delhi Capitals on 27 April 2021 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. AB de Villiers was named Player of the Match.
What is the biggest victory in this head-to-head?
By runs, Delhi Capitals hold the record with a 59-run win in Dubai on 5 October 2020 (Axar Patel, Player of the Match). By wickets, Royal Challengers recorded the only 10-wicket win in this fixture on 26 April 2015 at the Feroz Shah Kotla.
Which venue has hosted the most RCB vs DC matches?
The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru has hosted 13 meetings (RCB 6, DC 5, 2 no result). The Feroz Shah Kotla / Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi has hosted 11 meetings (RCB 7, DC 4).
Who has won more IPL titles — RCB or DC?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their first IPL title in 2025 after finishing as runners-up in 2009, 2011, and 2016. Delhi Capitals have never won the IPL, with their best finish being runners-up in 2020.
How do RCB perform at Delhi's home ground?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru have won 7 of 11 matches at the Feroz Shah Kotla / Arun Jaitley Stadium, a remarkable 63.6% away win rate in this fixture. Delhi's home advantage has not translated into head-to-head dominance.
Where can I watch RCB vs DC IPL matches?
All IPL matches are broadcast live on JioStar across television and streaming platforms in India. International broadcast rights vary by region and season.