The Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals rivalry stands as one of the IPL’s most electrifying clashes, blending MI’s five-time championship pedigree and clutch performances with DC’s explosive batting flair and youthful energy. Across 37 thrilling encounters, MI holds a commanding 21-16 edge, dominating playoffs including the iconic 2020 final while DC delivers stunning upsets with record totals and dramatic chases. This head-to-head saga showcases star power, tactical brilliance, and unforgettable drama.
Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals: Recent IPL Encounters
Tournament
Venue
Date
Toss
MI Score
DC Score
Result
Series
Player of the Match
IPL
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
May 21, 2025
DC (field)
180/5 (20)
121/10 (18.2)
MI won by 59 runs
IPL 2025
Suryakumar Yadav (MI)
IPL
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
April 13, 2025
DC (field)
205/5 (20)
193/10 (19)
MI won by 12 runs
IPL 2025
Karn Sharma (MI)
IPL
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
April 27, 2024
MI (field)
247/9 (20)
257/4 (20)
DC won by 10 runs
IPL 2024
Jake Fraser-McGurk (DC)
IPL
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
April 7, 2024
DC (field)
234/5 (20)
205/8 (20)
MI won by 29 runs
IPL 2024
Romario Shepherd (MI)
IPL
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
April 11, 2023
MI (field)
173/4 (20)
172/10 (19.4)
MI won by 6 wickets
IPL 2023
Rohit Sharma (MI)
IPL
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
May 21, 2022
MI (field)
160/5 (19.1)
159/7 (20)
MI won by 5 wickets
IPL 2022
Jasprit Bumrah (MI)
IPL
Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai
March 27, 2022
DC (field)
177/5 (20)
179/6 (18.2)
DC won by 4 wickets
IPL 2022
Kuldeep Yadav (DC)
IPL
Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah
October 2, 2021
DC (field)
129/8 (20)
132/6 (19.1)
DC won by 4 wickets
IPL 2021
Axar Patel
IPL
MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
April 20, 2021
MI (Bat)
137/9 (20)
138/4 (19.4)
DC won by 6 wickets
IPL 2021
Amit Mishra
IPL
Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
November 10, 2020
DC (Bat)
157/5 (18.4)
156/7 (20)
MI won by 5 wickets
IPL 2020
Trent Boult (MI)
IPL
Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
November 5, 2020
DC (field)
200/5 (20)
143/8 (20)
MI won by 57 runs
IPL 2020
Jasprit Bumrah
IPL
Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
October 31, 2020
MI (field)
111/1 (14.2)
110/9 (20)
MI won by 9 wickets
IPL 2020
Ishan Kishan
IPL
Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi
October 11, 2020
DC (Bat)
166/5 (19.4)
162/4 (20)
MI won by 5 wickets
IPL 2020
Quinton de Kock
IPL
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
April 18, 2019
MI (Bat)
168/5 (20)
128/9 (20)
MI won by 40 runs
IPL 2019
Hardik Pandya
IPL
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
March 24, 2019
MI (field)
176/10 (19.2)
213/6 (20)
DC won by 37 runs
IPL 2019
Rishabh Pant
Most Memorable Matches in Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals IPL History
Date
Venue
MI Score
DC Score
Result
Key Highlights
Why Memorable
May 23, 2008
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
176/8 (20)
179/5 (19.5)
DC won by 5 wickets
MI posted 176 with Sanath Jayasuriya’s 66 and Robin Uthappa’s 43; DC chased with Dinesh Karthik’s 56* and Farveez Maharoof’s 23*, snatching victory late.
Crucial inaugural-season clash where MI’s loss cost them playoff qualification, highlighting early rivalry intensity.
2009
Buffalo Park, East London
116/10 (20)
117/3 (17.3)
DC won by 7 wickets
Rajat Bhatia’s 3/15 restricted MI; AB de Villiers’ 38-ball 50 powered DC’s chase with 7 balls left.
Tense thriller in neutral venue, showcasing DC’s dominance in a low-scoring nail-biter.
Mar 17, 2010
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
218/7 (20)
120/10 (16.3)
MI won by 98 runs
Sachin Tendulkar’s 32-ball 63 and Dwayne Bravo’s fireworks set a mammoth total; MI bowlers dismantled DC.
MI’s first massive-margin victory in the rivalry, signaling their rising powerhouse status.
Apr 10, 2011
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
99/2 (16.5)
95/10 (17.4)
MI won by 8 wickets
Lasith Malinga’s 5/13 in 3.4 overs bundled DC out cheaply; Sachin Tendulkar (46) and Rohit Sharma (27) eased the chase.
Malinga’s legendary five-wicket haul turned the game, etching it as a bowling masterclass.
Apr 28, 2013
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
161/4 (20)
165/1 (15)
DC won by 9 wickets
Sachin Tendulkar’s 47-ball 54 for MI; Virender Sehwag’s unbeaten 95 and Mahela Jayawardene’s 59 chased it down easily.
DC’s revenge after years of losses, with Sehwag’s explosive knock making it a one-sided spectacle.
Apr 23, 2016
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
154/9 (20)
164/5 (20)
DC won by 10 runs
Sanju Samson’s 48-ball 60 boosted DC; Rohit Sharma’s 65 kept MI in hunt but a run-out sealed their fate.
Tight contest where momentum swings and a dramatic finish highlighted tactical battles.
May 6, 2017
Barabati Stadium, Cuttack
212/3 (20)
66/10 (13.4)
MI won by 146 runs
Lendl Simmons (66) and Kieron Pollard’s (63) powered MI; Harbhajan Singh and Karn Sharma took 3 wickets each to skittle DC.
MI’s record-breaking margin in IPL history at the time, a total demolition.
Apr 14, 2018
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
194/7 (20)
195/3 (20)
DC won by 7 wickets
Suryakumar Yadav’s half-century for MI; Jason Roy’s unbeaten 91 and Rishabh Pant’s cameo clinched it on the last ball.
Last-ball heroics by Roy, contributing to MI’s playoff miss despite a star-studded squad.
May 20, 2018
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
163/10 (19.3)
174/4 (20)
DC won by 11 runs
Rishabh Pant’s 64 set DC’s total; Evin Lewis (48) and Ben Cutting’s late blitz nearly pulled MI back, but they fell short.
Decisive league finale that eliminated defending champions MI from playoffs.
Nov 10, 2020
Dubai International Stadium
157/5 (18.4)
156/7 (20)
MI won by 5 wickets
Shreyas Iyer (65) and Rishabh Pant (56) for DC; Trent Boult’s 3/30 and Rohit Sharma’s 68 sealed MI’s chase.
IPL Final where MI claimed their fifth title in a commanding display of big-match experience.
Apr 11, 2023
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
173/4 (20)
172/10 (19.4)
MI won by 6 wickets
Rohit Sharma’s half-century anchored MI’s chase; Tim David’s boundaries in the final over won it on the last ball.
Jake Fraser-McGurk’s explosive 84 off 27 balls powered DC to IPL’s second-highest total; MI’s chase fell short despite Tilak Varma’s efforts.
Record-shattering high-scorer with over 500 runs, showcasing modern T20 firepower.
Apr 13, 2025
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
205/5 (20)
193/10 (19)
MI won by 12 runs
Suryakumar Yadav’s quickfire knock set the tone; Karn Sharma’s 3/36 triggered DC’s collapse after a strong start.
Thriller with a stunning turnaround, ending DC’s hot streak and underlining MI’s spin mastery.
Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals: Head-to-Head Summary
Category
Mumbai Indians (MI)
Delhi Capitals (DC)
Total Matches Played
37
37
Wins
21
16
Win Percentage
56.76%
43.24%
Wins at Home (Wankhede/Arun Jaitley)
8 (at Wankhede)
7 (at Arun Jaitley)
Wins Away
6 (at Arun Jaitley)
3 (at Wankhede)
Wins at Neutral Venues
7
6
Highest Team Total
247/9 (2024)
257/4 (2024)
Lowest Team Total
92 (2012)
66 (2017)
Biggest Win by Runs
146 runs (2017)
37 runs (2019)
Biggest Win by Wickets
9 wickets (2020)
9 wickets (2013)
Best Player Analysis: Standout Performers in the Rivalry
Rank
Player
Team
Innings
Runs
Average
Strike Rate
Highest Score
Notable Feat
1
Rohit Sharma
MI
29
867
32.11
131.16
74*
Most fifties (5); anchors MI’s chases.
2
Ishan Kishan
MI
12
485
60.62
151.09
81*
Explosive starts; highest SR among top scorers.
3
Rishabh Pant
DC
16
402
26.80
139.58
78*
Power-hitting in middles; key in DC upsets.
4
Suryakumar Yadav
MI
15
398
36.18
162.45
73*
Late-innings accelerator; unbeaten in 2025 wins.
5
Virender Sehwag
DC
10
356
35.60
148.33
95*
Early dominance; record chase in 2013.
Rank
Player
Team
Matches
Wickets
Average
Economy
Best Figures
Notable Feat
1
Jasprit Bumrah
MI
22
27
23.70
7.68
4/14
Death-over king; restricts DC in crunch overs.
2
Lasith Malinga
MI
13
22
14.22
6.65
5/13
Legendary hauls; bundled DC for 95 in 2011.
3
Harbhajan Singh
MI
17
21
20.19
6.67
4/17
Spin mastery; key in low-scoring wins.
4
Axar Patel
DC
14
18
19.44
7.12
3/21
Economical left-arm; troubles MI openers.
5
Amit Mishra
DC
15
17
22.35
7.45
4/24
Leg-spin guile; multiple 3+ wicket hauls.
Rohit vs Pant Duels
Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant have delivered thrilling duels in IPL clashes between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals, blending aggression, flair, and high-stakes drama. Rohit, the experienced anchor, dominates with consistency against DC, while Pant’s explosive cameos often ignite chases or big totals for Delhi.
Category
Player/Detail
Stat/Record
Interesting Note
Most Runs vs Opponent
Rohit Sharma (MI vs DC)
867 runs (29 inns, avg ~32, SR 131+)
Hitman owns the rivalry run charts
Most Runs for DC vs MI
Rishabh Pant
402 runs (16 inns, SR ~140)
Fearless Pant thrives under pressure
Highest Individual Score in Rivalry
Rohit Sharma (various knocks) / Pant’s best
Rohit 74*+; Pant 78* (2019)
Pant’s unbeaten blitzes shift momentum
Best Chase Performer
Rohit-led MI chases
Multiple successful high chases
Rohit’s calm anchors define MI dominance
Iconic Moment
Pant’s fireworks vs MI
78* off 27 balls (2019)
Turned game with brutal power-hitting
Overall Rivalry Edge
MI wins
20-16 in 36 matches
Rohit’s consistency tips scales over Pant’s explosiveness
The Spark: 2008–2009 When Mumbai’s Kings Met Delhi’s Daredevils
The 2008-2009 era ignited the Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Daredevils rivalry, pitting Sachin’s disciplined kings against Sehwag’s fearless Daredevils. MI claimed early dominance in 2008 with a 29-run win, but Delhi struck back with a thrilling 5-wicket chase. In 2009’s South African stint, Delhi swept both encounters 7-wicket and 4-wicket victories showcasing explosive batting and tight bowling. Fans loved the aggression: Sehwag’s blitzes vs Harbhajan’s spin traps, early unpredictability building tension.
Category
Player/Detail
Stat/Record
Interesting Note
Most Runs in Era
Sachin Tendulkar (MI) / Virender Sehwag (DD)
Sachin ~100+ runs; Sehwag 50 (2009)
Sehwag’s fiery 50 powered Delhi’s chase win
Highest Individual Score
Sanath Jayasuriya (MI, 2008)
53+ in opener
Explosive powerplay set MI’s tone early
Best Bowling Figures
Harbhajan Singh (MI, 2009)
4-17 vs DD
Spin wizard dismantled Delhi middle order
Best Chase Performer
Delhi Daredevils (2008 & 2009)
5-wkt (2008), 7-wkt & 4-wkt (2009)
Delhi mastered tense run chases
Highest Team Total
Mumbai Indians (2008)
162/8
Solid platform but Delhi chased big totals
Iconic Moment
Sehwag’s aggressive 50 (2009)
Key in 4-wkt win
Turned pressure into dominance with flair
Era Wins
Delhi Daredevils
3 wins; MI 1 win (4 matches)
Delhi flipped script after MI’s 2008 edge
Delhi Rising: 2016–2019 The Underdogs Bite Back with Youth and Fire
The 2016–2019 period marked Delhi’s fiery rise as underdogs against Mumbai’s established might. Once perennial strugglers, the Daredevils (rebranded Capitals in 2019) unleashed youth firepower—Prithvi Shaw’s explosive starts and Rishabh Pant’s fearless aggression—challenging MI’s dominance. Key upsets included Delhi’s 37-run win in 2019 opener (Pant’s blitz) and 11-run thriller in 2018 that knocked MI out. Shaw’s debut sparks and Pant’s cameos flipped scripts, building raw intensity and fan hype as Delhi turned chases into spectacles while MI countered with experience.
Category
Player/Detail
Stat/Record
Interesting Note
Most Runs in Era (Delhi)
Rishabh Pant
~200+ runs vs MI (SR ~140+)
Pant’s audacious hitting shifted momentum in multiple games
Highest Individual Score (Delhi)
Rishabh Pant (2019)
78* (off few balls in key wins)
Unbeaten carnage defined Delhi’s fearless approach
Breakthrough Debut
Prithvi Shaw (2018)
Explosive starts incl. quick 22+ debut
Teen sensation announced arrival with blazing powerplay aggression
Best Bowling Impact
Trent Boult / Kagiso Rabada (DC)
Tight spells in upsets
Pacers dismantled MI top order in 2018-19 thrillers
Youth fire ended MI’s grip, fans erupted in passion
Standout Partnership
Shaw-Pant combos
High-SR stands in big totals
Dynamic duo’s flair made Delhi dangerous underdogs
Recent Fireworks and Unfinished Business: 2024–2025 Narrow Margins, Record Moments, and Endless Intensity
The 2024–2025+ era brought explosive fireworks and unfinished business to the Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals rivalry, with narrow margins, record-shattering totals, and relentless intensity. In 2024, MI crushed DC by 29 runs at Wankhede (234/5 vs 205/8, Romario Shepherd’s all-round heroics), but DC roared back with a 10-run thriller in Delhi (257/4, their highest IPL total ever, Jake Fraser-McGurk’s blitz). 2025 saw MI dominate 12-run win in Delhi (Karn Sharma’s spin magic) and a crushing 59-run victory at home (Suryakumar Yadav’s 73* masterclass knocking DC out). High scores, comeback drama, and fan-roaring passion keep this rivalry electric.
Category
Player/Detail
Stat/Record
Interesting Note
Most Runs (Era Standout)
Suryakumar Yadav (MI)
73* (2025 Wankhede) + consistent
Sky’s unbeaten fireworks sealed playoff spot and DC elimination
Highest Individual Score (DC)
Jake Fraser-McGurk (2024)
Explosive knock in 257/4 total
Part of DC’s record 257/4 – highest IPL team total vs MI
Record Team Total
Delhi Capitals (2024)
257/4 at Arun Jaitley
All-time DC high; nearly chased by MI’s 247/9 fightback
Best Bowling Impact
Karn Sharma (MI, 2025)
Key spells incl. 3/36 in Delhi win
Veteran leggie’s control turned 12-run thriller
Iconic Chase/Defense
Mumbai Indians (2024 Wankhede)
Defended 234/5 by 29 runs
Shepherd’s late hitting + bowling flipped early momentum
Biggest Win Margin
Mumbai Indians (2025)
59 runs at Wankhede
Dominant chase setup knocked DC out of contention
Era Wins Split
MI strong late
MI 4 wins; DC 1 win (across 2024-25 fixtures)
MI’s home fortress and clutch performances edged unfinished business
Conclusion
In the end, the MI-DC rivalry captures the IPL’s essence: relentless competition, big moments, and evolving dynamics. Mumbai’s overall supremacy and knockout mastery give them the edge, yet Delhi’s fearless spirit keeps every match alive with potential for magic. As both teams chase glory, fans can expect more epic battles that define T20 cricket’s heartbeat.
