Last Updated: May 4, 2026 08:55 PM
Two teams with contrasting fortunes collide at Arun Jaitley Stadium on May 5, 2026. One team just broke a losing streak dramatically while the other gained momentum. This rivalry always delivers thrilling contests regardless of current form or standings.
DC vs CSK Head to Head Overall Record
Chennai Super Kings completely dominate this rivalry historically speaking without question. The DC vs CSK head to head record shows 32 matches played total. CSK won 20 of those encounters while DC managed just 12 victories.
That significant advantage proves Chennai’s superiority over Delhi across IPL seasons. However, recent matches show the rivalry becoming more balanced interestingly. Both teams won 3 of their last 6 meetings between them.
Earlier this IPL season, DC vs CSK happened at Chepauk in Chennai. CSK defeated DC by 23 runs powered by Sanju Samson’s century. Ruturaj Gaikwad’s team holds momentum coming into this return fixture tonight.
Recent Form – Last 5 Matches Between Them
Looking at the last 5 games provides interesting insights about current dynamics. CSK leads this recent period with 3 wins versus DC’s 2 wins. That slight edge favors Chennai going into the match today.
| Date | Winner | Margin | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 11, 2026 | Chennai Super Kings | Won by 23 runs | Chennai |
| April 05, 2025 | Delhi Capitals | Won by 25 runs | Chennai |
| March 31, 2024 | Delhi Capitals | Won by 20 runs | Visakhapatnam |
| May 20, 2023 | Chennai Super Kings | Won by 77 runs | Delhi |
| May 10, 2023 | Chennai Super Kings | Won by 27 runs | Chennai |
DC broke a significant drought last April at Chepauk surprisingly though. They won at Chennai’s home ground after 15 years of failures. That historic breakthrough on April 5, 2025 gave DC serious confidence finally.
The head to head statistics show neither team has dominated completely recently. DC vs CSK contests have become unpredictable and competitive over the last season. Tonight’s match could go either way based on who executes better.
Current Form Heading Into Today’s Clash
Delhi Capitals just ended a terrible three-match losing streak dramatically in the last game. They chased down 226 against Rajasthan Royals in just 19.1 overs. KL Rahul and Nitish Rana are scoring runs consistently upfront now.
Pathum Nissanka returned from injury with a maiden IPL half-century immediately. Captain Axar Patel has his top order firing perfectly at the right time. Home advantage at Arun Jaitley Stadium also favors DC tonight significantly.
CSK comes in with mixed feelings after 4 wins, 5 losses. But they’re riding the momentum from beating MI by 8 wickets. Ruturaj Gaikwad scored back-to-back unbeaten half-centuries showing excellent touch currently.
Arun Jaitley Stadium’s pitch favors batting with short boundaries everywhere helping. The average first innings score sits around 178 runs from 5 matches. Teams need 200+ totals to feel safe defending here realistically.
DC vs CSK Match 48 promises another exciting chapter in this rivalry.
