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When two of the IPL's most popular franchises - the Delhi Capitals (DC) and the Mumbai Indians (MI) - go head-to-head, sparks fly on the field. Both teams have consistently delivered matches packed with star players, power-hitting, and last-over drama. So far, 37 matches have been played between the two sides, with the Mumbai Indians winning 21 games while the Delhi Capitals have secured 16 victories.
This rivalry is not merely about wins and losses, it is also defined by record-breaking performances and heart-stopping moments.
Head-to-Head Records (To Date)
- Total Matches: 37
- MI Wins: 21
- DC Wins: 16
- Tied/No Result Matches: 0
Team Score Records
- DC's Highest Score: 257/4 (IPL 2024, Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi)
- MI's Highest Score: 247/9 (In the same match, 2024)
- DC's Lowest Score: 66 (IPL 2017)
- MI's Lowest Score: 92
The 257 vs 247 encounter stands as one of the highest-scoring matches in the history of the IPL.
DC posted a total of 257, powered by the efforts of Jake Fraser-McGurk (84) and Tristan Stubbs (48*); however, MI mounted a spirited chase - aided by Tilak Varma (63) - and ultimately fell short by just 10 runs.Most Memorable and Thrilling Matches (Memorable Battles)
- The 2024 High-Scoring Thriller (DC 257/4 vs MI 247/9)
Played in Delhi during IPL 2024, this match proved to be a treasure trove of records. DC's total of 257 stands as the second-highest score ever recorded by any team in the history of the IPL. MI, too, demonstrated their never-say-die attitude by posting a formidable 247 in reply. Ultimately, DC emerged victorious by a margin of 10 runs. - MI's Biggest Victory (2010)
The Mumbai Indians handed the Delhi Daredevils (now DC) a crushing 98-run defeat. Under the captaincy of Sachin Tendulkar, MI posted a total of 218 runs before bundling out Delhi for just 120. - The One-Sided Contest of 2017
MI completely routed DC, winning by a massive margin of 146 runs. Powered by a robust batting performance - spearheaded by Lendl Simmons (66) - MI posted a total of 212, while DC was bowled out for a mere 66 runs - the lowest score recorded in the history of this rivalry. - The Close Finish of 2018 (DC 174/4 vs MI 163)
A magnificent innings by Rishabh Pant (64), combined with smart bowling by Delhi in the final overs, helped DC defeat MI by 11 runs. Ben Cutting made a valiant effort for MI, but his efforts ultimately proved insufficient. - The 2020 IPL Final (MI vs DC)
As the tournament's grand finale, this match marked the most significant encounter ever played between DC and MI. The Mumbai Indians clinched a 5-wicket victory to secure their fifth IPL title. Trent Boult and MI's death bowling restricted DC.
Other Memorable Moments
- Virender Sehwag's 95* (the highest individual score in DC vs MI history)
- Rohit Sharma's record for the most runs in this rivalry (800+)
- The lethal bowling of Jasprit Bumrah and Lasith Malinga
Why is the DC vs MI Rivalry So Special?
- Power vs. Experience: MI boasts stars like Rohit, Hardik, and Bumrah, while DC relies on youthful power (Fraser-McGurk, Stubbs, Pant).
- High-Scoring Matches: In recent seasons, both teams have become adept at posting scores of 200+.
- Close Finishes: Many matches have gone down to the final over, keeping fans glued to their seats.
The Trend So Far: MI has historically dominated, but in 2024, DC demonstrated that they can now go toe-to-toe with MI. In the 2025 and 2026 IPL seasons as well, the two teams frequently clashed in the race for the playoffs.
