The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season has been nothing short of exhilarating, with teams battling it out for a spot in the playoffs.
One of the key encounters in this season’s IPL is between the Delhi Capitals (DC) and the Rajasthan Royals (RR).
Check DC vs RR head-to-head records and team-wise performances to understand their rivalry better.
Delhi Capitals:
DC started the IPL 2024 season with a mixed bag of results, winning just one out of their first five matches.
However, they bounced back strongly, thanks to some stellar performances from their key players.
DC’s batting unit has been bolstered by the inclusion of young talents like Jake Fraser-McGurk and the resurgence of middle-order stalwarts like Tristan Stubbs and Rishabh Pant.
Pant, in particular, has been in sensational form, scoring 398 runs in 11 matches at a strike rate of 159. With these players firing on all cylinders, DC’s batting looks formidable.
On the bowling front, DC has relied heavily on their spin duo of Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav.
While Axar has been consistent with his performances, Kuldeep has shown flashes of brilliance. However, DC’s pace bowling department has been a cause for concern, with the likes of Trent Boult struggling to find their rhythm.
Rajasthan Royals:
RR, on the other hand, has been one of the standout teams of IPL 2024, with just two losses in their ten matches so far.
Their success can be attributed to a well-balanced team effort, with both their batting and bowling units firing on all cylinders.
RR’s top order comprising Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson, and Riyan Parag has been in scintillating form.
Parag, in particular, has been a revelation, scoring over 400 runs in 10 matches at a strike rate of 160. This top-order firepower has been instrumental in RR’s success this season.
RR’s bowling has been equally impressive, with bowlers like Trent Boult, Yuzvendra Chahal, Sandeep Sharma, and Avesh Khan leading the charge. These bowlers have been effective in stifling opposition batsmen and picking up crucial wickets at key moments.
DC vs RR Head-to-Head Record:
DC and RR have a long-standing rivalry in the IPL, having faced each other multiple times over the years. As of IPL 2024, they have played 28 matches against each other. The head-to-head record between these two teams is closely contested, with RR holding a slight edge. RR has emerged victorious in 15 matches, while DC has won 13 matches.
Total – 28
DC – 13
RR – 15
No Result – 0
List of matches played between DC and RR since IPL 2008
| Date | Winner | Won By | Venue |
| 28-Mar-2024 | Rajasthan Royals | 12 runs | Jaipur |
| 08-Apr-2023 | Rajasthan Royals | 57 Runs | Guwahati |
| 11-May-2022 | Delhi Capitals | 8 Wickets | Navi Mumbai |
| 22-Apr-2022 | Rajasthan Royals | 15 Runs | Mumbai |
| 25-Sept-2021 | Delhi Capitals | 33 Runs | Abu Dhabi |
| 15-Apr-2021 | Rajasthan Royals | 3 Wickets | Mumbai |
| 14-Oct-2020 | Delhi Capitals | 13 Runs | Dubai |
| 9-Oct-2020 | Delhi Capitals | 46 Runs | Sharjah |
| 4-May-2019 | Delhi Capitals | 5 Wickets | Delhi |
| 22-Apr-2019 | Delhi Capitals | 6 Wickets | Jaipur |
| 2-May-2018 | Delhi Capitals | 50 Runs | Delhi |
| 11-Apr-2018 | Rajasthan Royals | 10 Runs (D/L) | Jaipur |
| 3-May-2015 | Rajasthan Royals | 14 Runs | Mumbai (BS) |
| 12-Apr-2015 | Rajasthan Royals | 3 Wickets | Delhi |
| 15-May-2014 | Rajasthan Royals | 62 Runs | Ahmedabad |
| 3-May-2014 | Rajasthan Royals | 7 Wickets | Delhi |
| 7-May-2013 | Rajasthan Royals | 9 Wickets | Jaipur |
| 6-Apr-2013 | Rajasthan Royals | 5 Runs | Delhi |
| 1-May-2012 | Delhi Capitals | 6 Wickets | Jaipur |
| 29-Apr-2012 | Delhi Capitals | 1 Run | Delhi |
| 12-Apr-2011 | Rajasthan Royals | 6 Wickets | Jaipur |
| 31-Mar-2010 | Delhi Capitals | 67 Runs | Delhi |
| 15-Mar-2010 | Delhi Capitals | 6 Wickets | Ahmedabad |
| 17-May-2009 | Delhi Capitals | 14 Runs | Bloemfontein |
| 28-Apr-2009 | Rajasthan Royals | 5 Wickets | Centurion |
| 30-May-2008 | Rajasthan Royals | 109 Runs | Mumbai |
| 11-May-2008 | Rajasthan Royals | 3 Wickets | Jaipur |
| 19-Apr-2008 | Delhi Capitals | 9 Wickets | Delhi |
IPL 2024: Most runs in DC vs RR fixtures
Rishabh Pant (DC) – 385 runs
IPL 2024: Most wickets in DC vs RR fixtures
Trent Boult (RR) – 9 wickets
DC vs RR: Complete Squad
Delhi Capitals: Rishabh Pant (c), Pravin Dubey, David Warner, Vicky Ostwal, Prithvi Shaw, Anrich Nortje, Abishek Porel, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Lalit Yadav, Khaleel Ahmed, Mitchell Marsh, Ishant Sharma, Yash Dhull, Mukesh Kumar, Tristan Stubbs, Ricky Bhui, Kumar Kushagra, Rasikh Dar, Jhye Richardson, Sumit Kumar, Shai Hope, Swastik Chhikara. Players injured/withdrawn: Harry Brook, Lungi Ngidi.
Rajasthan Royals: Sanju Samson (c), Jos Buttler, Shimron Hetmyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel, Riyan Parag, Donovan Ferreira, Kunal Rathore, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kuldeep Sen, Navdeep Saini, Sandeep Sharma, Trent Boult, Yuzvendra Chahal, Adam Zampa, Avesh Khan, Rovman Powell, Shubham Dubey, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Abid Mushtaq, Nandre Burger.
