Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals is among the top competitive and less talked about Indian Premier League rivalry. Ever since its debut in the IPL in 2013, replacing Deccan Chargers, SRH and DC have not had dull moments in their matches, with SRH producing some of the most exciting finishes, low-scoring battles, dramatic chases, playoff clashes, and individual brilliance in their contests. Sunrisers Hyderabad gained popularity for their disciplined bowling unit and well-rounded cricket team, while Delhi Capitals established a reputation for their aggressive batting line and nurturing young Indian talent. This article covers everything from Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals timeline, head-to-head, top players to venue records, recent encounters to memorable moments and key IPL moments.
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals Rivalry
| Category | Details |
| First IPL Match | 2013 |
| Tournament | Indian Premier League |
| Teams | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals |
| Home Ground (SRH) | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
| Home Ground (DC) | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| Famous For | Bowling battles and close finishes |
| Most Memorable Match | IPL 2021 Super Over Match |
| IPL Titles | SRH – 1, DC – 0 |
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals Head-to-Head Stats
SRH started the rivalry on top as they had a disciplined bowling line up and their experienced foreign players. But Delhi Capitals found their strength after making changes in the squad by bringing in aggressive young Indian players.
SRH’s potent bowling line-up kept several of the encounters with the hosts low scoring and with a twist in the tail. In the last few years the competition also yielded high scorers because of the aggressive game styles both teams used.
The record was split, as neither team could take any real control for any long period of the rivalry.
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | Delhi Capitals |
| Matches Played – 27 | Matches Played – 27 |
| Matches Won – 14 | Matches Won – 12 |
| No Result – 1 | No Result – 1 |
| Highest Team Score – 266 | Highest Team Score – 207 |
| Lowest Team Score – 116 | Lowest Team Score – 80 |
| Biggest Win Margin – 88 runs | Biggest Win Margin – 39 runs |
| Playoff Meetings – 2 | Playoff Meetings – 2 |
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals Timeline
Here’s a detailed breakdown of the Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals Timeline.
2013–2015: SRH Take Early Control
The competition started in IPL 2013 with the entry of Sunrisers Hyderabad. They were soon identified for their high-pressing attack of Steyn, Amit Mishra as the youngsters. Delhi was inconsistent, and Hyderabad was known for its disciplined bowling and captaincy to consistently defend low totals.
2016: SRH Win Their First IPL Title
It was an historic season for Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2016. Under David Warner’s captaincy, SRH won their maiden IPL trophy and also dominated Delhi Daredevils during the season. Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Mustafizur Rahman both hit crucial hits with the ball.
2017–2018: Balanced Rivalry Begins
They began to build the Delhi team around the young guns such as Rishabh Pant and Shreyas Iyer. Pant’s stifling defense made the contest more interesting while SRH still relied on Kane Williamson, Rashid Khan and Bhuvneshwar Kumar. There were a number of close calls.
2019: Important Playoff Clash
IPL 2019 turned out to be a breakthrough moment for Delhi Captains. Rishabh Pant, Prithvi Shaw and Kagiso Rabada got ample support from DC as they posted impressive performances in the Eliminator match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The victory gave Delhi a chance to prove itself as a potential contender in the playoff race.
2020: Qualifier 2 Battle
Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad faced each other in the Qualifier 2 match where they will qualify for the IPL Final. Marcus Stoinis was awesome all round and DC got the win in a critical knockout game.
2021: Match of the Day – Famous Super Over The most memorable SRH vs DC match was during the IPL 2021 when the two teams had the same score. Delhi Capital’s impressive displays by Rishabh Pant and Axar Patel led the team to victory in the Super Over.
2022–2023: Delhi Capitals Improve
A trio of David Warner, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav and Mitchell Marsh ensured Delhi Capitals entered the fray with greater zest and vigor. Sunrisers Hyderabad rejuvenated their side with young aggressive hitters, maintaining a level playing field and captivating the audience.
2024–2026: High-Scoring Modern Era
There were some thrilling games that featured high scores in recent seasons. Sunrisers Hyderabad had a hazardous batting line-up of Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head and Heinrich Klaasen and Delhi Capitals had KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant and Tristan Stubbs. In Hyderabad, the SRH scored an impressive total of over 240 runs, with Abhishek Sharma scoring a century.
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals Timeline and Results
| Season | Result | Winner | Venue |
| 2026 | SRH won by 47 runs | SRH | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 2025 | DC won by 7 wickets | DC | ACA-VDCA Stadium, Visakhapatnam |
| 2025 | No result (rain) | No Result | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 2024 | SRH won by 67 runs | SRH | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 2023 | DC won by 7 runs | DC | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 2023 | SRH won by 9 runs | SRH | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 2022 | DC won by 21 runs | DC | Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai |
| 2021 | DC won by 8 wickets | DC | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 2021 | Match tied — DC won super over | Tied | Dubai Intl. Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
| 2020 | SRH won by 88 runs | SRH | Dubai Intl. Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
| 2020 | SRH won by 15 runs | SRH | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| 2020 | DC won by 17 runs | DC | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| 2019 | SRH won by 5 wickets | SRH | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 2019 | DC won by 39 runs | DC | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 2019 | DC won by 2 wickets | DC | ACA-VDCA Stadium, Visakhapatnam |
| 2018 | SRH won by 7 wickets | SRH | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 2018 | SRH won by 9 wickets | SRH | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 2017 | SRH won by 15 runs | SRH | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 2017 | DD won by 6 wickets | DD | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 2016 | DD won by 7 wickets | DD | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 2016 | DD won by 6 wickets | DD | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 2015 | DD won by 4 runs | DD | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 2015 | SRH won by 6 runs | SRH | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 2014 | SRH won by 4 runs | SRH | Dubai Intl. Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
| 2014 | SRH won by 8 wickets (D/L) | SRH | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 2013 | SRH won by 3 wickets | SRH | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 2013 | SRH won by 6 wickets | SRH | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
Top Run Scorers in SRH vs DC Matches
There were a few star batsmen who played the most important role in this rivalry over the years. Due to his consistent performance and aggressive approach, David Warner emerged as one of the standout batters in SRH vs DC contests. Rishabh Pant also had fearless shot making abilities as he had several match-winning performances for Delhi Capitals. IPL player Shikhar Dhawan who had played for both the franchises was one of the most successful batters in this rivalry.
In the recent years, Heinrich Klaasen and Abhishek Sharma were the big hitters for Sunrisers Hyderabad.
| Player | Team | Runs |
| David Warner | SRH/DC | 700+ |
| Shikhar Dhawan | SRH/DC | 575+ |
| Rishabh Pant | DC | 500+ |
| Kane Williamson | SRH | 400+ |
| Heinrich Klaasen | SRH | 300+ |
Memorable Batting Performances
Both SRH and DC had a couple of big batting stands in the match.
- David Warner was the Delhi bowlers’ nemesis on several occasions.
- Rishabh Pant played flamboyant knocks in the pressure situations.
- Abhishek Sharma hit a magnificent century in the 2026th over at IPL.
- Heinrich Klaasen had a blazing bat at the helm of the DC batters.
- Shikhar Dhawan had some crucial hits.
- Jonny Bairstow delivered a huge start for the Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Highest Score in One Match by Individual
| Player | Score | Year | Venue |
| Rishabh Pant | 128* | 2018 | Delhi |
| Abhishek Sharma | 135 | 2026 | Hyderabad |
| David Warner | 92* | 2017 | Hyderabad |
| Jonny Bairstow | 97 | 2019 | Hyderabad |
| Heinrich Klaasen | 81* | 2024 | Delhi |
Top Wicket Takers in SRH vs DC Matches
It was Rashid Khan that turned Sunrisers Hyderabad into their strongest tool, thanks to his wicket taking skills and his ability to bowl economically.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar had a habit of firing the Delhi batsmen with swing bowling.
Kagiso Rabada and Kuldeep Yadav were among the SRH players who provided Delhi Capitals with a few match-winning performances.
| Bowler | Team | Wickets |
| Rashid Khan | SRH | 15+ |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | SRH | 14+ |
| Kagiso Rabada | DC | 13+ |
| Kuldeep Yadav | DC | 10+ |
| Axar Patel | DC | 9+ |
Best Bowling Performances
| Bowler | Figures | Year | Venue |
| JP Duminy | 4/17 | 2015 | Delhi |
| Kagiso Rabada | 4/22 | 2019 | Delhi |
| Rashid Khan | 3/7 | 2018 | Hyderabad |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | 5/19 | 2017 | Hyderabad |
| Harsh Dubey | 3/12 | 2026 | Hyderabad |
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals Venue Records
The rivalry was also influenced by the venue.
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
Support from the crowd and pitch conditions helped Sunrisers Hyderabad put on impressive performances at home.
| Venue | SRH Wins | DC Wins |
| Hyderabad | 8 | 4 |
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
The batting-friendly conditions and shorter boundaries in Delhi led to Delhi Capitals’ better performance.
| Venue | DC Wins | SRH Wins |
| Delhi | 5 | 4 |
Neutral Venues
There were a few important clashes between the two teams in neutral matches at Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Chennai and Visakhapatnam.
| Venue Type | SRH Wins | DC Wins |
| Neutral Venues | 2 | 3 |
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals Recent Matches
The recent matches between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals continued to entertain fans with aggressive batting and dramatic finishes.
| Date | Venue | Winner | Margin | Season |
| Apr 21, 2026 | Hyderabad | SRH | 47 runs | IPL 2026 |
| Mar 30, 2025 | Visakhapatnam | DC | 7 wickets | IPL 2025 |
| Apr 20, 2024 | Delhi | SRH | 67 runs | IPL 2024 |
| Apr 24, 2023 | Hyderabad | DC | 7 runs | IPL 2023 |
| May 5, 2022 | Mumbai | DC | 21 runs | IPL 2022 |
| Sep 22, 2021 | Dubai | DC won in Super Over | IPL 2021 | |
| Sep 29, 2020 | Abu Dhabi | SRH | 15 runs | IPL 2020 |
Conclusion
Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals had yet again provided an entertainer with their power-packed batting and nail-biting finishes in the recent encounters.
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals is still one of the hottest and most exciting IPL rivalries. SRH was known for disciplined approach and tactical cricket while Delhi Capitals were known for their fearless batting and young Indian talent.
The contest turned out to be an unforgettable affair with plenty of moments that included playoff clashes, Super Over thrillers, dramatic chases and explosive centuries. Delhi Capitals have constantly been a problem to Sunrisers Hyderabad who currently enjoy a slight edge in the overall head-to-head.
FAQs
A1. The overall head-to-head record is marginally in favour of Sunrisers Hyderabad.
A2. Abhishek Sharma came up with 135 runs in the IPL 2026 season for Sunrisers Hyderabad.
A3. Rashid Khan is one of the top wicket takers in the series between the two countries.
It’s known for pitching duels, close contests, playoff excitement and hard hitting.
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