Delhi Capitals (DC) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are two relatively modern IPL opponents. Their rivalry began in 2022 when Lucknow Super Giants entered the Indian Premier League. Since then, the teams have faced each other in 8 IPL matches. Delhi vs Lucknow Head-to-Head in IPL
As of the latest meeting in IPL 2026, Delhi Capitals have won 5 matches, while Lucknow Super Giants have won 3. There has been no tie or no-result between the teams.
The rivalry has featured close finishes, successful run chases and some impressive batting performances. Delhi initially struggled against LSG in 2022 and 2023, but the Capitals have won the last five meetings, including their six-wicket victory in 2026.
Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants Head-to-Head Record
| Category | Delhi Capitals | Lucknow Super Giants |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 8 | 8 |
| Wins | 5 | 3 |
| Losses | 3 | 5 |
| Ties | 0 | 0 |
| No Results | 0 | 0 |
| Win Percentage | 62.50% | 37.50% |
Delhi Capitals currently hold a 5-3 advantage in the overall head-to-head record. Delhi vs Lucknow Head-to-Head in IPL
First Meeting in IPL 2022
The first Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants match took place on 7 April 2022 at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy.
Lucknow Super Giants won the match by 6 wickets. Delhi Capitals scored 149/3, but LSG successfully chased the target, reaching 155/4.
This victory gave LSG an excellent start to their rivalry against Delhi.
The teams met again on 1 May 2022. Lucknow once again defeated Delhi, this time by 6 runs. LSG scored 195/3, while DC finished on 189/7.
As a result, Lucknow won both meetings during their first IPL season.
Lucknow Continue Their Advantage in 2023
The teams played only once in IPL 2023.
The match was held at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on 1 April. Lucknow Super Giants produced a strong performance and defeated Delhi Capitals by 50 runs.
LSG scored 193/6, while Delhi were bowled out for 143. The result meant that LSG had won all three of their first IPL matches against DC.
At that stage, the head-to-head record was 3-0 in favour of Lucknow.
Delhi Capitals Turn the Rivalry Around in 2024
The 2024 IPL season marked a major change in the rivalry.
Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants met twice, and Delhi won both matches.
In the first meeting on 12 April 2024 at Lucknow, DC successfully chased LSG’s 167/7, reaching 170/4 to win by six wickets.
Delhi won the second meeting on 14 May 2024 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. DC scored 208/4, while LSG managed 189/9. Delhi therefore won by 19 runs.
These two victories reduced LSG’s early advantage and made the rivalry much more competitive.
Delhi Capitals Win Both Matches in 2025
The teams met twice during IPL 2025, and Delhi Capitals won both games.
The first match was played on 24 March 2025. Lucknow Super Giants scored 209/8, but Delhi Capitals chased the target, reaching 211/9 and winning by 1 wicket.
It was an extremely close contest, with Delhi completing the chase with very little margin for error.
The second 2025 meeting took place on 22 April at Lucknow. LSG scored 159/6, but Delhi comfortably chased the target, reaching 161/2 and winning by 8 wickets.
After those two victories, Delhi had won four consecutive matches against Lucknow.
Latest Meeting: IPL 2026
The latest Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants match was played on 1 April 2026 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
Lucknow Super Giants were dismissed for 141 in 18.4 overs. Delhi Capitals then chased the target, scoring 145/4 in 17.1 overs to win by 6 wickets.
Sameer Rizvi was named Player of the Match after scoring 70 runs from 47 balls for Delhi Capitals.
The result extended Delhi’s winning streak against LSG to five matches.
Complete Match Results
| Year | Winner | Margin |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Lucknow Super Giants | 6 wickets |
| 2022 | Lucknow Super Giants | 6 runs |
| 2023 | Lucknow Super Giants | 50 runs |
| 2024 | Delhi Capitals | 6 wickets |
| 2024 | Delhi Capitals | 19 runs |
| 2025 | Delhi Capitals | 1 wicket |
| 2025 | Delhi Capitals | 8 wickets |
| 2026 | Delhi Capitals | 6 wickets |
Delhi have therefore won the last five consecutive meetings, while LSG won the first three matches of the rivalry.
Highest Team Scores
Lucknow Super Giants’ highest score against Delhi Capitals is 209/8, scored during the 2025 IPL season. Delhi successfully chased the target, making 211/9.
Delhi Capitals’ highest score against LSG is 211/9, also recorded in that same 2025 match.
The match remains one of the most exciting contests between the two teams because Delhi completed a one-wicket victory in a high-scoring chase.
Lowest Team Scores
Delhi Capitals’ lowest score in this rivalry is 143/9, recorded in 2023 when Lucknow won by 50 runs.
Lucknow Super Giants’ lowest total is 141, recorded in their 2026 meeting with Delhi. DC successfully chased the target by reaching 145/4.
Important Individual Performances
Several players have produced memorable performances in this relatively young IPL rivalry.
Sameer Rizvi
Sameer Rizvi was the standout performer in the latest 2026 encounter. He scored 70 from 47 balls, helping Delhi Capitals chase down LSG’s target.
Kuldeep Yadav
Kuldeep Yadav was named Player of the Match when Delhi defeated Lucknow by six wickets in the 2024 meeting at Lucknow.
Ishant Sharma
Ishant Sharma was Player of the Match in Delhi’s 19-run victory over Lucknow in May 2024.
Ashutosh Sharma
Ashutosh Sharma received the Player of the Match award after Delhi’s one-wicket victory over LSG in March 2025.
Head-to-Head Trend
The overall record tells an interesting story.
2022-2023: LSG dominated the rivalry, winning all three matches.
2024: Delhi Capitals won both encounters and began changing the direction of the rivalry.
2025: Delhi won both meetings again, including a dramatic one-wicket victory.
2026: Delhi continued their winning run by defeating LSG by six wickets.
Thus, while the overall record is 5-3 in Delhi’s favour, the rivalry has had two distinct phases: Lucknow’s early dominance followed by Delhi’s recent run of victories.
Conclusion
The Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants head-to-head record in IPL currently stands at 8 matches, with Delhi Capitals winning 5 and Lucknow Super Giants winning 3.
Lucknow dominated the early meetings, winning all three matches played in 2022 and 2023. However, Delhi Capitals have responded strongly, winning every meeting since 2024.
The rivalry has already produced several memorable games, including Delhi’s one-wicket victory in 2025 and their six-wicket victory in the latest 2026 encounter. With both teams continuing to evolve, future meetings should add more interesting chapters to this relatively young IPL rivalry.
5 Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many times have Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants played in the IPL?
Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants have played 8 IPL matches against each other.
2. Who has won more matches between DC and LSG?
Delhi Capitals have won 5 matches, while Lucknow Super Giants have won 3.
3. Who won the latest DC vs LSG IPL match?
Delhi Capitals defeated Lucknow Super Giants by 6 wickets on 1 April 2026.
4. What is the highest score in DC vs LSG IPL matches?
Lucknow Super Giants scored 209/8, while Delhi Capitals scored 211/9 in the same 2025 match.
5. Which team won the first three DC vs LSG matches?
Lucknow Super Giants won the first three meetings between the teams, in 2022 and 2023. Delhi then won the next five matches.