Match Overview
In Match 40 of the IPL 2025, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) take on Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Tuesday, April 22. With both teams tied on points, it is expected to be a cracker of a game. This is the second time these two sides will lock horns this season, with the previous encounter being won by Delhi Capitals by one wicket at Vizag.
The Rishabh Pant-led side will come into this fixture following a last-over thriller win against the Rajasthan Royals. A match that looked to be in RR’s pocket was snatched away in the final moments, thanks to an incredible 20th over by Avesh Khan. The Indore pacer not only picked up three wickets but also managed to defend nine runs in the last six balls. With that win, LSG hold the fifth spot in the points table with 10 points and a positive NRR of 0.088.
On the other hand, Delhi Capitals, after enjoying a dream start to the season with four consecutive wins, have faced recent setbacks, losing two of their last three games. In their previous match against Gujarat Titans, the Axar Patel-led side, despite posting 203 on the board, failed to defend it and suffered a seven-wicket loss. With five wins in seven games, DC have firmly held on to second place in the IPL points table.
Match Details
Ekana Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
The renowned Ekana Cricket Stadium is known to be a batting-friendly venue, much like several others in the tournament. The average first-innings score here is around 165, but in recent matches, that number has seen a noticeable increase. However, this season, bowlers have not had much assistance from the surface. The captain who wins the toss is likely to opt to bowl first.
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LSG vs DC Head-to-Head Record
LSG vs DC Predicted Playing XI
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG):
Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (wk/c), David Miller, Abdul Samad, Ravi Bishnoi, Shardul Thakur, Prince Yadav, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Avesh Khan.
Impact Player: Ayush Badoni
Delhi Capitals (DC):
Abishek Porel, Karun Nair, KL Rahul (wk), Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel (c), Ashutosh Sharma, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohit Sharma, Mukesh Kumar.
Impact Player: Sameer Rizvi
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LSG vs DC Probable Best Performers
Probable Best Batter of the Match: Aiden Markram
LSG opener Aiden Markram could be the standout batter in the upcoming clash against DC. With 274 runs in eight matches, Markram has been in brilliant form and has already scored three fifties. In recent games, where Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, and Rishabh Pant couldn’t provide valuable runs, the South African stepped up as a crisis manager. Notably, on the three occasions he crossed the 50-run mark, LSG emerged victorious.
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Probable Best Bowler of the Match: Kuldeep Yadav
Ace spinner Kuldeep Yadav could prove to be the difference-maker with the ball in DC’s next match against LSG. The left-arm spinner has been excellent so far in IPL 2025, picking up 12 wickets in seven games at an average of 14.58, and currently holds second position on the highest wicket-takers’ tally. The last time these two sides met, the 30-year-old claimed two wickets and will be keen to replicate that performance.
Today’s Match Prediction: Team bowling first to win the match
Scenario 1
Lucknow Super Giants win the toss and bowl
PP Score – 65-75
DC – 160-180
Lucknow Super Giants win the match
Scenario 2
Delhi Capitals win the toss and bowl
PP score – 55-65
LSG – 180-200
Delhi Capitals win the match
