The clash between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the IPL 2025 season is one of the most awaited fixtures. Both teams have a rich history of close encounters and star-studded lineups that make every match thrilling. With players like Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson, Axar Patel, and Yashasvi Jaiswal, fans can expect a high-voltage contest filled with big hits, clever bowling, and tactical brilliance. This guide covers head-to-head stats, recent performances, venue records, squads, and a fantasy XI to help you stay updated and make informed decisions.
DC vs RR Match Details Table – IPL 2025
| Match Info | Details |
| Match | DC vs RR |
| League | Indian Premier League 2025 |
| Date | 16 April 2025 |
| Venue | Delhi |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Format | T20 |
| Live Telecast | Star Sports, JioCinema (Digital) |
| Toss Time | 7:00 PM IST |
DC vsRR Overall Head-to-Head Record:
Here is the overall head-to-head record between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in table format:
| Category | Details |
| Total Matches Played | 28 |
| Delhi Capitals Wins | 13 |
| Rajasthan Royals Wins | 15 |
| Matches in Delhi | 7 |
| DC Wins in Delhi | 4 |
| RR Wins in Delhi | 3 |
| Matches in Jaipur | 7 |
| DC Wins in Jaipur | 3 |
| RR Wins in Jaipur | 4 |
| Neutral Venue Matches | 14 |
| DC Wins (Neutral Venues) | 6 |
| RR Wins (Neutral Venues) | 8 |
| Highest Score by DC | 222/2 (2023) |
| Highest Score by RR | 222/2 (2024) |
| Lowest Score by DC | 60 (2023) |
| Lowest Score by RR | 115 (2020) |
| Last Match Result | RR won by 12 runs (2024) |
DC vs RR Past 5 IPL Match performance
Here is the DC vs RR past 5 IPL matches performance in a simple table format:
| Match Date | Venue | Winner | Margin | Notable Performers |
| April 6, 2024 | Vizag | RR | Won by 12 runs | Riyan Parag 84 (45), Nandre Burger 2/29 |
| April 8, 2023 | Guwahati | RR | Won by 57 runs | Buttler 79 (51), Boult 3/29 |
| May 11, 2022 | DY Patil Stadium | DC | Won by 8 wickets | Marsh 89 (62), Nortje 2/39 |
| April 22, 2022 | Wankhede Stadium | RR | Won by 15 runs | Buttler 116 (65), Chahal 1/28 |
| September 25, 2021 | Abu Dhabi | DC | Won by 33 runs | Nortje 2/18, Iyer 43 (32) |
DC vs RR Performance at Different Venues:
Here is the DC vs RR performance at different venues in table format:
| Venue | Matches Played | DC Wins | RR Wins |
| Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA–VDCA, Vizag | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Guwahati (Barsapara Stadium) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Overall | 28 | 13 | 15 |
DC vs RR Squads IPL 2025
Delhi Capitals (DC) Squad – IPL 2025
| Role | Players |
| Captain | Rishabh Pant |
| Wicketkeepers | Rishabh Pant, Abishek Porel, Tristan Stubbs, Donovan Ferreira |
| Batters | Prithvi Shaw, Harry Brook, Shai Hope, Ricky Bhui, Swastik Chhikara |
| All-rounders | Axar Patel, Ashutosh Sharma, Madhav Tiwari, Tripurana Vijay, Ajay Mandal |
| Bowlers | Kuldeep Yadav, Anrich Nortje, Mukesh Kumar, Lungi Ngidi, Vicky Ostwal |
Rajasthan Royals (RR) Squad – IPL 2025
| Role | Players |
| Captain | Sanju Samson |
| Wicketkeepers | Sanju Samson, Dhruv Jurel, Kunal Rathore |
| Batters | Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shimron Hetmyer, Riyan Parag, Shubham Dubey, Nitish Rana |
| All-rounders | Wanindu Hasaranga, Yudhvir Singh Charak |
| Bowlers | Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Sandeep Sharma, Avesh Khan, Kuldip Yadav |
Average Score at Arun Jaitley, Delhi
| Innings | Average Score |
| First Innings | 169 |
| Second Innings | 153 |
DC vs RR Fantasy XI 2025
DC vs RR Fantasy XI – IPL 2025
| Category | Player | Team | Role |
| Wicketkeeper | Sanju Samson (C) | Rajasthan Royals | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Rishabh Pant | Delhi Capitals | Wicketkeeper-Batter | |
| Batters | Yashasvi Jaiswal | Rajasthan Royals | Batter |
| Prithvi Shaw | Delhi Capitals | Batter | |
| Shimron Hetmyer | Rajasthan Royals | Batter | |
| All-rounders | Axar Patel (VC) | Delhi Capitals | All-rounder |
| Riyan Parag | Rajasthan Royals | All-rounder | |
| Bowlers | Kuldeep Yadav | Delhi Capitals | Bowler |
| Anrich Nortje | Delhi Capitals | Bowler | |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | Rajasthan Royals | Bowler | |
| Trent Boult | Rajasthan Royals | Bowler |
Captain (C): Sanju Samson
Vice-Captain (VC): Axar Patel
DC vs RR Winner IPL 2025
Match Winner- DC
Toss Winner- RR
Conclusion
The rivalry between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) in IPL has always brought excitement and competitive cricket. With both teams having strong squads in IPL 2025, fans can expect thrilling performances, close finishes, and standout individual displays. Whether it’s Rishabh Pant’s explosive batting or Sanju Samson’s leadership, this clash promises to be a must-watch. For fantasy players, smart picks like Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, and Yashasvi Jaiswal can make a big difference.
5 Short FAQs
Q1. Who has won more matches between DC and RR?
RR has won slightly more matches than DC overall.
Q2. Who is the captain of DC in IPL 2025?
Rishabh Pant is leading Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025.
Q3. Which venue has hosted the most DC vs RR matches?
Arun Jaitley Stadium (Delhi) and Sawai Mansingh Stadium (Jaipur) have hosted the most.
Q4. Who is a good captain choice in fantasy for DC vs RR 2025?
Sanju Samson is a strong captain choice due to his consistency.
Q5. Which bowler has the best record in DC vs RR clashes?
Kuldeep Yadav and Trent Boult have impressive records in past matchups.
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