Arun Jaitley Stadium IPL Records & Stats: The iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi is all set to host the high-octane clash between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Kolkata Knight Riders (RR) in Match 48 of IPL 2025. Known for its batting-friendly pitches and shorter boundaries, the venue has witnessed many thrilling encounters over the years.
Here’s a detailed look at the DC vs KKR Arun Jaitley Stadium IPL records and stats, including team performances, highest totals, and top individual records at the venue.
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi – IPL Stats & Records
| Category | Record |
|---|---|
| City | Delhi |
| Home Team | Delhi Capitals (formerly Delhi Daredevils) |
| Capacity | 41,820 |
| First IPL Match | 19 April 2008 |
| Total Matches Played | 87 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 40 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 45 |
| Average First Innings Score | 168 |
| Highest Team Total | 231/4 by Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings (2011) |
| Lowest Team Total | 66 all-out by Delhi Daredevils vs Mumbai Indians (2017) |
| Highest Successful Chase | 219 by Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Capitals (2021) |
| Best Batting Average at Venue | Rishabh Pant (Avg 52.34) |
| Most Runs at Venue | Virender Sehwag (933 runs) |
| Most Wickets at Venue | Amit Mishra (56 wickets) |
| Best Bowling Figures | Lasith Malinga – 5/13 vs Delhi (2011) |
DC’s IPL Record at Arun Jaitley Stadium
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 72 |
| Wins | 37 |
| Losses | 34 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Win at the Venue | 51.38% |
| Highest Total | 231/4 vs PBKS (2011) |
| Lowest Total | 66 vs MI (2017) |
Arun Jaitley Stadium – Top Performers in IPL
Top 3 Run-Scorers at the Venue (IPL History)
| Player | Runs | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rishabh Pant | 894 | 37.25 | 163.85 |
| David Warner | 778 | 34.00 | 135.62 |
| Virender Sehwag | 751 | 31.29 | 160.53 |
Top 3 Wicket-Takers at the Venue (IPL History)
| Player | Wickets | Average | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amit Mishra | 58 | 20.43 | 6.85 |
| Kagiso Rabada | 24 | 17.50 | 8.12 |
| Axar Patel | 21 | 22.71 | 7.45 |
Arun Jaitley Stadium Pitch Report for DC vs KKR IPL 2025 Match
The pitch at the Arun Jaitley Stadium is typically flat and highly favourable to batters, especially in the first innings. Shorter boundary dimensions make stroke-making easier. However, as the game progresses, spinners can come into play due to the slower nature of the surface.
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Nature of Pitch: Batting friendly early on, slows down later.
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Ideal Strategy: Win the toss and bat first to post a big total.
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Average First Innings Score: Around 170–190 runs.
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Chasing Advantage: Moderate dew in night games can help chasing teams, but defending a score above 180 is often ideal here.
Weather Forecast – April 29, Delhi
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Temperature: Around 30°C (evening)
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Humidity: Moderate
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Rain: No rain expected
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Conditions: Clear skies, ideal for cricket
Arun Jaitley Stadium – Interesting Facts
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Delhi’s highest team total of 231 came against Punjab Kings, powered by explosive innings from Virender Sehwag.
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Rishabh Pant holds the record for the fastest century at this ground in IPL history (off 32 balls).
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Amit Mishra, playing for Delhi, has taken a hat-trick on this ground.
Also Check: DC vs KKR Probable Playing XI, Squad & Team News – Match 48 IPL 2025
