Ishant Sharma is one of the most experienced fast bowlers in the Indian Premier League. Known for his height, bounce, and ability to move the ball both ways, Ishant has delivered several important spells throughout his IPL career.
Against Delhi Capitals (DC), Ishant Sharma has produced steady performances with the ball. He has picked up wickets regularly and maintained a good economy rate in this rivalry.
This article highlights Ishant Sharma’s overall bowling record and match-by-match performances against Delhi Capitals in the IPL.
Ishant Sharma Overall T20 Record vs DC
Ishant Sharma has bowled several disciplined spells against Delhi Capitals and has often been effective in controlling the run flow.
Overall Bowling Performance
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Innings | 9 |
| Wickets | 9 |
| Runs Conceded | 221 |
| Balls Bowled | 180 |
| Economy Rate | 7.37 |
| Bowling Average | 24.56 |
| Strike Rate | 20 |
| Best Bowling | 2/16 |
Key Insights
• Ishant Sharma has taken 9 wickets in 9 innings against Delhi Capitals.
• His economy rate of 7.37 shows his ability to control scoring.
• His best bowling figures against DC are 2 wickets for 16 runs.
These numbers highlight his consistency and control with the ball.
Ishant Sharma IPL Bowling Innings vs DC
Below is the match-by-match breakdown of Ishant Sharma’s bowling performances against Delhi Capitals.
| Figures | Opposition | Venue | Date | Economy | Overs | Maidens |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/19 | DC | Ahmedabad | 19 Apr 2025 | 6.3 | 3 | 0 |
| 0/39 | DC | Raipur | 09 May 2015 | 9.7 | 4 | 0 |
| 1/11 | DC | Hyderabad | 04 May 2013 | 3.6 | 3 | 1 |
| 2/35 | DC | Delhi | 12 Apr 2013 | 8.7 | 4 | 0 |
| 2/16 | DC | Hyderabad | 05 May 2011 | 4.0 | 4 | 0 |
| 1/17 | DC | Delhi | 29 Mar 2010 | 17.0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2/23 | DC | Johannesburg | 10 May 2009 | 5.7 | 4 | 0 |
| 0/43 | DC | Durban | 05 May 2009 | 10.7 | 4 | 0 |
| 0/18 | DC | Kolkata | 13 May 2008 | 6.0 | 3 | 0 |
Best Bowling Performance vs DC
Ishant Sharma’s best bowling performance against Delhi Capitals came in Hyderabad on 05 May 2011, when he took 2 wickets for 16 runs.
Highlights of that spell:
• Bowled a tight four-over spell
• Maintained an excellent economy rate of 4.0
• Picked up two important wickets
This remains one of his most economical spells against DC.
Another Strong Spell – 2/23
In Johannesburg in 2009, Ishant Sharma delivered another impressive spell where he took 2 wickets for 23 runs.
Key highlights:
• Bowled his full four-over quota
• Maintained a controlled economy rate of 5.7
• Helped break key partnerships
Most Economical Spell vs DC
One of Ishant’s most economical performances against Delhi Capitals came in Hyderabad in 2013, where he bowled 3 overs for just 11 runs.
Highlights:
• Economy rate of 3.6
• Bowled a maiden over
• Maintained strong control throughout the spell
Performance Trend vs DC
Ishant Sharma has performed against Delhi Capitals across multiple IPL seasons.
Season-wise Contribution
| Year | Wickets | Best Performance |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 1/19 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0/39 |
| 2013 | 3 | 2/35 |
| 2011 | 2 | 2/16 |
| 2010 | 1 | 1/17 |
| 2009 | 2 | 2/23 |
| 2008 | 0 | 0/18 |
These numbers show that Ishant has been able to contribute with wickets in several seasons.
Overall Record Snapshot vs DC
| Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches / Innings | 9 |
| Wickets | 9 |
| Best Bowling | 2/16 |
| Bowling Average | 24.56 |
| Economy Rate | 7.37 |
| Strike Rate | 20 |
Conclusion
Ishant Sharma has maintained a steady bowling record against Delhi Capitals in the IPL. With 9 wickets in 9 innings and a strong economy rate of 7.37, he has shown his ability to bowl disciplined spells.
His best performance of 2/16 remains a highlight of his bowling record in this matchup, proving his effectiveness when facing DC.
