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As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season approaches, all eyes are on teams chasing the coveted trophy. While Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally ended their title drought in IPL 2025, franchises like the Delhi Capitals (DC) are still hunting for their maiden IPL crown. One crucial factor in their campaign will be their performance at home, and the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi has been a key venue for DC over the years.
Delhi Capitals IPL 2026 First Phase Schedule
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| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2026 | Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow | 07:30 PM |
| April 4, 2026 | Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 03:30 PM |
| April 8, 2026 | Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 07:30 PM |
| April 11, 2026 | Chennai Super Kings vs Delhi Capitals | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | 07:30 PM |
In the first phase, DC will play four matches, including two at their home ground in Delhi.
Overall IPL Record of Delhi Capitals at Arun Jaitley Stadium
Since their IPL debut in 2008, the Delhi Capitals have played 87 matches at their home venue. Out of these, they have secured 36 wins, faced 48 losses, and recorded 2 ties and 1 no result.
| Criterion | Stats |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 87 |
| Wins | 36 |
| Losses | 48 |
| Tied / No Result | 2 / 1 |
Top Run-Scorer for DC at Arun Jaitley Stadium
Rishabh Pant, the former DC captain and current Lucknow Super Giants player, is the highest run-scorer for Delhi at their home ground. He has scored 978 runs in 29 matches at an average of 37.61 and a strike rate of 160.06 (2016-2024).
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Leading Wicket-Taker for DC at Home
The legendary leg-spinner Amit Mishra holds the record for most wickets for DC at Arun Jaitley Stadium, claiming 53 wickets in 40 matches at an economy rate of 7.31.
Highest Individual Score by a DC Player at Arun Jaitley
Rishabh Pant also holds the record for the highest individual score for Delhi Capitals at this venue, scoring 128* off 63 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 10, 2018.
Best Bowling Performance for DC at Arun Jaitley
Amit Mishra also holds the record for the best bowling figures at the stadium, with a remarkable 5/17.
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Most Catches by a DC Player at Home
Current DC captain Axar Patel has taken the most catches at Arun Jaitley Stadium for Delhi, securing 14 catches in 23 matches between 2019 and 2025.
Highest Partnership for DC at Arun Jaitley Stadium
The highest partnership for DC at their home ground is a 154-run stand between JP Duminy and Shreyas Iyer against Mumbai Indians.
DC's IPL Record Against Each Opponent at Arun Jaitley Stadium
| Opposition | Matches | Wins | Losses | Tied / NR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians | 13 | 7 | 6 | 0 / 0 |
| Punjab Kings | 12 | 6 | 6 | 0 / 0 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 / 0 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 11 | 4 | 6 | 1 / 0 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 11 | 4 | 7 | 0 / 0 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 8 | 2 | 6 | 0 / 0 |
| Gujarat Titans | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 / 0 |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 / 0 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 7 | 1 | 6 | 0 / 0 |
The Arun Jaitley Stadium has been witness to several historic performances for Delhi Capitals. As IPL 2026 begins, fans will eagerly watch whether DC can strengthen their home record and finally clinch their first IPL title.
Also Read: IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians (MI) Stats & Records at Wankhede Stadium
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