The rivalry between the Mumbai Indians and the Delhi Capitals symbolizes the story of David and Goliath. MI has always been unwavering, and MI has had the best players on the pitch at some time, while DC was trying to reach the same standard. The rivalry hit its climax at the IPL Final in 2020. On that famous night, a very strong Delhi team came inches away from winning the trophy, as the more experienced and glorious MI squad completely wiped the floor with the DC players. From that night, every match turned into a rematch. For DC, it is about getting revenge, and for MI, a chance to once again exhibit their superiority. The Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals have an underrated rivalry compared to some of the other rivalries where these two teams have had some unbelievable clashes with high-stakes matches and nail-biting finishes.
The Mumbai Indians in the IPL are more than a team; it is a piece of the IPL history book. A powerhouse built on the foundation of success and star power with 5 IPL Titles. Delhi Capitals has always been a team that carries the reputation of a passionate city with so many hopes, and, while cold, promising better with talent. As a team, DC has shown everyone that they are a team that must be feared, but have yet to experience their first glory in IPL. When MI and DC meet, it is so much more than just a game. It is a chess match with implications. Delhi is always looking for ways to 1-up its biggest rival. Let’s have a complete look at the MI Vs DC Head to Head in IPL, Records, Stats & Results. Scroll down for more information.
MI Vs DC Head-to-Head Record
It is undoubtedly a long-standing rivalry between the Mumbai Indians and the Delhi Capitals, and competitive is an understatement. All in all, they have played 36 games (20-Mumbai, 16-Delhi) against each other, with Mumbai holding the series edge in terms of overall win percentage as well.
| Total Matches | 37 |
|---|---|
| MI Won | 21 |
| DC Won | 16 |
| MI Lost | 16 |
| DC Lost | 21 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
MI Vs DC Head-to-Head Record at Home Ground
1) MI Record At Home Ground Against DC
When the Delhi Capitals walk onto the Wankhede Stadium surface, they know they are in the territory of the Mumbai Indians. The Indians have led in all 11 matches at this venue, winning 8.
| Total Matches | 11 |
|---|---|
| MI Won | 8 |
| DC Won | 3 |
| MI Lost | 3 |
| DC Lost | 8 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
2) DC Record At Home Ground Against MI
Delhi Capitals have managed to hold onto their home turf at the Arun Jaitley Stadium against the powerful Mumbai Indians. In 12 games here overall, the Capitals have won 7 times compared to MI’s 5 wins.
| Total Matches | 12 |
|---|---|
| DC Won | 7 |
| MI Won | 5 |
| DC Lost | 5 |
| MI Lost | 7 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
MI Vs DC Head-to-Head Record at Away Ground
1) MI Record At Away Ground Against DC
It has been difficult for the Mumbai Indians to emerge victorious at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Despite their impressive performance in many games, MI’s record at this venue captures just how tough the Delhi Capitals are. In 12 matches against Delhi, the big Mumbai team has won on just 5 occasions. To make matters worse, in these 12 matches at their home field, the Delhi team has held an advantage and won more often.
| Total Matches | 12 |
|---|---|
| MI Won | 5 |
| DC Won | 7 |
| MI Lost | 7 |
| DC Lost | 5 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
2) DC Record At Away Ground Against MI
When the Delhi Capitals faced the Mumbai Indians at Wankhede Stadium, it became a difficult day for DC. In the 11 times that DC has played there, DC has found it too tough to get any success against MI, winning only 3 times.
| Total Matches | 11 |
|---|---|
| DC Won | 3 |
| MI Won | 8 |
| DC Lost | 8 |
| MI Lost | 3 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
MI Vs DC Head-to-Head Record at Neutral Venues
In the 14 matches they have played at neutral venues, Mumbai has a slight lead on DC, 8 to 6.
| Total Matches | 11 |
|---|---|
| MI Won | 3 |
| DC Won | 8 |
| MI Lost | 8 |
| DC Lost | 3 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
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MI Vs DC: Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals Timeline Records & Stats
1) Highest Score in MI Vs DC Rivalry
The Delhi Capitals, on their home turf at Arun Jaitley Stadium, hit their highest score in the MI-DC rivalry as they scored 257/4.
2) Highest Score by MI Against DC
The Mumbai Indians, in their momentous clash with the Delhi Capitals, struck their highest ever score against them – a whopping score of 247/9 – at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
3) Highest Score by DC Against MI
The Delhi Capitals struck their highest score of 247 runs against the Mumbai Indians at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
4) Lowest Score in MI Vs DC Rivalry
DC made the lowest score in the MI vs DC rivalry – 66 runs at their home ground, Arun Jaitley Stadium.
5) Lowest Score by MI Against DC
Mumbai Indians put up a total of only 92 runs against DC, and this record is still the lowest score in MI vs DC rivalries.
6) Lowest Score by DC Against MI
DC made the fewest total runs against MI and made 66 runs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Individual Records In the MI Vs DC Rivalry
1) Most Runs & Highest Score in MI Vs DC Rivalry
India’s best opener, Rohit Sharma, is the leading run-scorer in this match-up, with 872 runs. Rishab Pant, who bats with flair, is one of India’s best wicket-keeper batsmen from DC (Delhi Capitals), who is the top scorer for DC against MI in this match-up, with 402 runs. Virendra Sehwag from DC is the highest individual scorer in this match-up with a score of 95*. The highest individual score for MI against DC is from Dinesh Kartik, with a score of 86.
| Stats | MI | DC |
| Most Runs | Rohit Sharma (872 runs) | Rishab Pant (402 runs) |
| Highest scorer | Dinesh Kartik (86) | Virendra Sehwag (95*) |
2) Most Wickets & Best Bowling in MI Vs DC Rivalry
Jasprit Bumrah from the MI team is the highest wicket-taker in this rivalry with a tally of 30 wickets to his name. Kagiso Rabada is the highest wicket-taker for the DC team against MI in this rivalry, with a tally of 10 wickets to his name. Lasith Malinga from MI has the record for the best bowling figure in this rivalry with a bowling figure of 5/13. Amit Mishra from DC has the record for the best bowling figure for DC against MI.
| Stats | MI | DC |
| Most wickets | Jasprit Bumrah (30 wickets) | Kagiso Rabada (10 wickets) |
| Best Bowling | Lasith Malinga (5/13) | Amit Mishra (4/24) |
Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals Timeline
The fight between the Mumbai Indians and the Delhi Capitals is essentially the story of a top team getting the better of a spirited opponent, and the tale has been built up over time. Certainly, when MI was performing well at IPL 1, they were a superb team, and their superstars were too much for the Delhi team. The consistency in Mumbai’s wins left Delhi fans wanting more; they wanted to see their team win. The fight hit its most emotional climax at the 2020 IPL Final, a night to remember, when Delhi’s hope of winning their first title was defeated by an excellent Mumbai team. Since that loss, Delhi have found this emotional connection in all their games with MI. While MI maintains the heritage of the past, Delhi’s recent improvement has uniquely positioned it as a more brazen and confident adversary in every encounter. While it was a one-way experience before, it is now certainly a contest with both teams needing to experience the other’s perspective: Delhi needing to overcome that final loss and MI needing to defend their supremacy.
Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals Timeline Standings
Mumbai Indians have held the number one points tally in IPL 2010, the second year in 2019, when they also won their 4th trophy, and then again in IPL 2020 when they won the IPL for a second time as back-to-back champions. The Mumbai Indians have experienced the wooden spoon only once, in IPL 2022 and IPL 2024. The Delhi Capitals have completed at the top of the points table, 4 times, in IPL 2009, 2012, 2013 & 2021. They have also finished bottom of the table with a wooden spoon in IPL 2011, 2014, and 2018.
| MI Position in the Table | IPL Season | DC Position in the Table |
| 5th | 2008 | 4th |
| 7th | 2009 | 1st |
| 1st | 2010 | 5th |
| 3rd | 2011 | 10th |
| 3th | 2012 | 1st |
| 2nd | 2013 | 1st |
| 4th | 2014 | 8th |
| 2nd | 2015 | 7th |
| 5th | 2016 | 6th |
| 1st | 2017 | 6th |
| 5th | 2018 | 8th |
| 1st | 2019 | 3rd |
| 1st | 2020 | 2nd |
| 5th | 2021 | 1st |
| 10th | 2022 | 5th |
| 4th | 2023 | 9th |
| 10th | 2024 | 6th |
| 4th | 2025 | 5th |
FAQs about MI Vs DC Head-to-Head Record
Q-1: How many times have MI and DC faced each other in the IPL?
A: As of May 2025, MI and DC have met 37 times.
Q-2: Which team leads the head-to-head record?
A: Mumbai Indians lead with 21 wins vs Delhi’s 16.
Q-3: What’s the head-to-head record at Wankhede Stadium?
A: At their home ground, MI have won 8 out of 11 matches vs DC.
Q-4: What is DC’s home ground and how have they fared there vs MI?
A: Delhi’s home ground is the Arun Jaitley Stadium; there, DC have won 7 out of 13 matches vs MI.
Q-5: Which venue has seen more MI wins against DC?
A: At Wankhede Stadium, MI have won 8 of their 11 matches vs DC.
Q-6: What is the highest score ever made in an MI vs DC match?
A: The highest score in the MI-DC rivalry is 257/4 by DC.
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