The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 has been a thrilling spectacle, showcasing the best of T20 cricket.
As the tournament progresses, one of the most anticipated clashes is between the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and the Delhi Capitals (DC).
These two teams, known for their competitive spirit and star-studded lineups, have a storied history in the IPL.
Check their head-to-head records and their performance so far in IPL 2024.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB):
The Royal Challengers Bangalore started their IPL 2024 campaign on a shaky note, with inconsistent performances leading to doubts about their playoff prospects.
However, the team has shown resilience and determination, bouncing back with some impressive wins in the latter stages of the tournament.
The batting unit, featuring the likes of Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, and Faf du Plessis, has been formidable, consistently posting competitive totals.
The bowling department, led by Mohammed Siraj, Yash Dayal, and Swapnil Singh, has also stepped up, delivering crucial performances when needed.
Delhi Capitals (DC):
Delhi Capitals have had a relatively smoother run in IPL 2024. Led by the dynamic Rishabh Pant, the team has shown consistency in both batting and bowling departments.
In the absence of David Warner due to injury, Jake Fraser-McGurk has impressed at the top of the order, providing explosive starts.
The middle order, comprising Abishek Porel and Tristan Stubbs, has been reliable, ensuring that the team posts competitive totals.
The bowling attack, spearheaded by spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel, supported by pacers Khaleel Ahmed and Mukesh Kumar, has been effective in restricting oppositions.
RCB vs DC Head-to-Head Record:
In the 30 matches RCB and DC have played against each other in the IPL, RCB has emerged victorious 18 times, while DC has won on 11 occasions. One match ended without a result.
Total – 30
RCB – 18
DC – 11
No Result – 1
List of matches played between RCB and DC since IPL 2008
| Date | Winner | Won By | Venue |
| 6-May-2023 | Delhi Capitals | 7 wickets | Delhi |
| 15-Apr-2023 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 23 runs | Bangalore |
| 16-April-2022 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 16 runs | Mumbai |
| 8-Oct-2021 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 7 Wickets | Dubai |
| 27-Apr-2021 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 1 Run | Ahmedabad |
| 2-Nov-2020 | Delhi Capitals | 6 Wickets | Abu Dhabi |
| 5-Oct-2020 | Delhi Capitals | 59 Runs | Dubai |
| 28-Apr-2019 | Delhi Capitals | 16 Runs | Delhi |
| 7-Apr-2019 | Delhi Capitals | 4 Wickets | Bangalore |
| 12-May-2018 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 5 Wickets | Delhi |
| 21-April-2018 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 6 Wickets | Bangalore |
| 14-May-2017 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 10 Runs | Delhi |
| 8-April-2017 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 15 Runs | Bangalore |
| 22-May-2016 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 6 Wickets | Raipur |
| 17-April-2016 | Delhi Capitals | 7 Wickets | Bangalore |
| 17-April-2015 | No Result | – | Bangalore |
| 26-April-2015 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 10 Wickets | Delhi |
| 13-May-2014 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 16 Runs | Bangalore |
| 17-April-2014 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 8 Wickets | Sharjah |
| 10-May-2013 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 10 Runs | Delhi |
| 16-April-2013 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Super Over | Bangalore |
| 29-April-2012 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 21 Runs | Delhi |
| 7-April-2012 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 20 Runs | Bangalore |
| 26-Apr-2011 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 3 Wickets | Delhi |
| 4-April-2010 | Delhi Capitals | 37 Runs | Delhi |
| 25-March-2010 | Delhi Capitals | 17 Runs | Bangalore |
| 17-May-2009 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 7 Wickets | Johannesburg |
| 26-Apr-2009 | Delhi Capitals | 6 Wickets | Port Elizabeth |
| 19-May-2008 | Delhi Capitals | 5 Wickets | Bangalore |
| 30-Apr-2008 | Delhi Capitals | 10 Runs | Delhi |
IPL 2024: Most runs in RCB vs DC fixtures
Virat Kohli (RCB) – 1030 runs
IPL 2024: Most wickets in RCB vs DC fixtures
Kagiso Rabada (DC) – 13 wickets
RCB vs DC: Complete Squad
RCB Squad: Faf du Plessis (c), Glenn Maxwell, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Anuj Rawat, Dinesh Karthik, Suyash Prabhudessai, Will Jacks, Mahipal Lomror, Karn Sharma, Manoj Bhandage, Mayank Dagar, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj, Reece Topley, Himanshu Sharma, Rajan Kumar, Cameron Green, Alzarri Joseph, Yash Dayal, Tom Curran, Lockie Ferguson, Swapnil Singh, Saurav Chauhan.
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.
