Most Runs against Delhi Capitals in IPL History

The IPL has been a spectacle of cricketing excellence since its inception in 2008. One team that has seen a significant transformation over the years is the Delhi Capitals, formerly known as the Delhi Daredevils. Despite their impressive bowling lineup, some batters have consistently performed well against them.

The Delhi Capitals, owned by the GMR Group and JSW Group, have been a part of the IPL since its inaugural season. The team’s home ground is the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. The franchise underwent a name change in 2018, which seemed to bring a change in fortune as they made the playoffs in 2019 and 2020, and again in 2021 after finishing top of the league table.

Players with Most Runs against Delhi Capitals in IPL History

Over the years, several batters have had the measure of the Delhi Capitals’ bowling attack. The top ten run-scorers against Delhi Capitals include cricketing stalwarts like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Ajinkya Rahane, and MS Dhoni. Virat Kohli tops the list with 1030 runs in 27 innings, followed closely by Rohit Sharma with 977 runs in 33 innings.

Most Runs vs Delhi Capitals in IPL

S.N.	Player	Matches	Runs	Average	Strike Rate
1	Rohit Sharma	35	1034	32.31	132.56
2	Virat Kohli	28	1030	51.50	133.76
3	Ajinkya Rahane	23	858	57.20	131.59
4	Robin Uthappa	28	740	29.60	124.78
5	MS Dhoni	33	709	33.76	140.95

#1. Rohit Sharma

Mumbai Indians successful captain, Rohit Sharma, also known as the ‘Hitman,’ holds the record for the Most Runs against Delhi Capitals in IPL History. Sharma has scored 1034 runs in 35 innings at an average of 32.31 and a strike rate of 132.56, with his highest score being an 74, including six half-centuries.

#2. Virat Kohli

Royal Challengers Bangalore’s Virat Kohli has been a consistent performer against the Delhi Capitals. Representing Royal Challengers Bangalore, Kohli has scored 1,030 runs in 28 matches against Delhi, boasting an average of 51.50 and a strike rate of 133.76. His highest score against Delhi Capitals is 99, and he has scored ten half-centuries.

#3. Ajinkya Rahane:

Playing for various franchises, Rahane has accumulated 858 runs in 23 matches against Delhi, with an impressive average of 57.20 and a strike rate of 131.59. His highest score is an unbeaten 105.

#4. Robin Uthappa:

Uthappa has scored 740 runs in 28 matches against Delhi, averaging 29.60 with a strike rate of 124.78. His top score in these encounters is 72.

#5. MS Dhoni:

The Chennai Super Kings’ skipper has scored 709 runs in 33 matches against Delhi, with an average of 33.76 and a strike rate of 140.95. His highest score is an unbeaten 63.

Conclusion

The Delhi Capitals have faced some of the best batters in the IPL and have often come out on top. However, the likes of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have consistently performed well against them, showcasing their class and skill. As the IPL continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how these battles unfold in the future.