DC vs PBKS Head To Head is one of the closest rivalries in IPL history. Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings have faced each other 36 times in completed matches, with Punjab Kings leading 18–17, while 1 game ended without a result, and their 37th meeting is set for today, May 11, 2026, in Dharamsala.
PBKS and DC have shared a very close rivalry over the years. Their last meeting on April 25, 2026 turned into a record-breaking high-scoring thriller, where Delhi scored 264/2, but Punjab chased it successfully with 265/4, ,the highest successful chase in IPL history.
The latest completed meeting ended with Punjab Kings winning by 6 wickets.
DC vs PBKS Head To Head Record
Overall results and scoring numbers between the two teams.
| Stat | DC | PBKS |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 36 | 36 |
| Won | 17 | 18 |
| Lost | 18 | 17 |
| No Result | 1 | 1 |
| Highest Team Total | 264 | 265 |
| Lowest Team Total | 58 | 68 |
DC vs PBKS All Season Results
A season-by-season look at every meeting in this rivalry.
| Year | Winner | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Punjab Kings | Won by 6 wickets |
| 2025 | No Result | Match abandoned |
| 2025 | Delhi Capitals | Won by 6 wickets |
| 2024 | Punjab Kings | Won by 4 wickets |
| 2023 | Punjab Kings | Won by 31 runs |
| 2023 | Delhi Capitals | Won by 15 runs |
| 2022 | Delhi Capitals | Won by 9 wickets |
| 2022 | Delhi Capitals | Won by 17 runs |
| 2021 | Delhi Capitals | Won by 6 wickets |
| 2021 | Delhi Capitals | Won by 7 wickets |
| 2020 | Delhi Capitals | Won one-over eliminator |
| 2020 | Kings XI Punjab | Won by 5 wickets |
| 2019 | Kings XI Punjab | Won by 14 runs |
| 2019 | Delhi Capitals | Won by 5 wickets |
| 2018 | Kings XI Punjab | Won by 6 wickets |
| 2018 | Kings XI Punjab | Won by 4 runs |
| 2017 | Delhi Daredevils | Won by 51 runs |
| 2017 | Kings XI Punjab | Won by 10 wickets |
| 2016 | Delhi Daredevils | Won by 8 wickets |
| 2016 | Kings XI Punjab | Won by 9 runs |
| 2015 | Delhi Daredevils | Won by 5 wickets |
| 2015 | Delhi Daredevils | Won by 9 wickets |
| 2014 | Kings XI Punjab | Won by 4 wickets |
| 2014 | Kings XI Punjab | Won by 7 wickets |
| 2013 | Kings XI Punjab | Won by 5 wickets |
| 2013 | Kings XI Punjab | Won by 7 runs |
| 2012 | Delhi Daredevils | Won by 5 wickets |
| 2012 | Delhi Daredevils | Won by 6 wickets |
| 2011 | Delhi Daredevils | Won by 29 runs |
| 2011 | Kings XI Punjab | Won by 29 runs |
| 2010 | Delhi Daredevils | Won by 5 wickets |
| 2010 | Kings XI Punjab | Won by 7 wickets |
| 2009 | Delhi Daredevils | Won by 10 wickets (D/L) |
| 2009 | Kings XI Punjab | Won by 6 wickets |
| 2008 | Kings XI Punjab | Won by 4 wickets |
| 2008 | Kings XI Punjab | Won by 6 runs |
Key Players In DC vs PBKS Matches
The biggest performers in this rivalry over the years.
Most Runs
| Player | Team | Runs | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| KL Rahul | DC | 468 | 152* |
| Mayank Agarwal | PBKS | 450 | 99* |
| David Warner | DC | 434 | 106* |
| Shikhar Dhawan | DC | 418 | 106* |
| Virender Sehwag | DC | 330 | 95 |
| David Miller | PBKS | 322 | 94 |
Mayank Agarwal is the leading run-scorer in this rivalry with 450 runs.
David Warner and Shikhar Dhawan follow closely, and both players have scored an unbeaten 106 in this fixture.
Most Wickets
| Player | Team | Wickets | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axar Patel | DC/PBKS | 20 | 4/11 |
| Sandeep Sharma | PBKS | 14 | 4/20 |
| Kagiso Rabada | DC | 14 | 4/20 |
| Irfan Pathan | PBKS/DC | 14 | 4/11 |
| Mohammad Shami | DC/PBKS | 11 | 3/18 |
Axar Patel leads the wicket list with 20 wickets, making him the most successful bowler in this rivalry.
Sandeep Sharma, Rabada, and Irfan Pathan are tied on 14 wickets each.
Major Records in the DC vs PBKS Rivalry
Important batting and bowling milestones in this matchup.
| Record | Details |
|---|---|
| Highest Team Total by DC | 264 (April 25, 2026) |
| Highest Team Total by PBKS | 265 (April 25, 2026) |
| Lowest Team Total by PBKS | 104 |
| Most Runs | 468* by KL Rahul (ongoing) |
| Highest Individual Score | 106* by David Warner |
| Highest Individual Score | 106* by Shikhar Dhawan |
| Most Wickets | 20 by Axar Patel |
| Best Bowling Figures | 4/11 by Axar Patel |
| Best Bowling Figures | 4/11 by Irfan Pathan |
Recent Trend
Punjab Kings have flipped the script in 2026. After Delhi enjoyed a strong run from 2021 through 2025, Punjab pulled off a stunning six-wicket win on April 25, 2026, chasing down 265 in under 19 overs in one of the greatest T20 batting displays this rivalry has ever seen. That result gave PBKS an 18–17 lead in completed matches, the first time either side has held a lead since the rivalry began.
Still, as the all-time record shows, margins in this contest have rarely lasted long. With today’s match ready to add another chapter, both sides have plenty of motivation to shift the balance once more.
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Conclusion: Punjab Kings Edge Ahead 18–17 After IPL 2026 First Leg
Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings have now met 36 times in completed IPL matches, with Punjab Kings edging ahead 18–17 after a record-breaking win in April 2026, and one contest ending without a result. Their April 25 clash also rewrote the record books both teams surpassed their previous highest totals in this fixture in the same game.
Delhi has had better recent results, but Punjab Kings have repeatedly found ways to respond. With the numbers tied perfectly, every future meeting has the chance to shift the rivalry.
