Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants – IPL 2025 Match Preview
The 4th match of IPL 2025 will witness a thrilling contest between
Delhi Capitals (DC) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Both teams had an average run in the previous IPL season, finishing sixth and seventh, respectively. With new squad additions and revamped strategies, both sides aim to start their campaign with a victory.
Delhi Capitals Team Analysis
Delhi Capitals (DC) have made some key changes to their squad and will be led by
Axar Patel this season. The team boasts a strong batting lineup, featuring experienced
Faf du Plessis, promising young talent
Jake Fraser-McGurk, and hard-hitters
Sameer Rizvi and
Karun Nair.
Key Batters:
- Faf du Plessis
- Jake Fraser-McGurk
- Karun Nair
- Sameer Rizvi
- Tristan Stubbs
Key Bowlers:
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Mitchell Starc
- T Natarajan
- Mukesh Kumar
With experienced spinners and pacers, DC’s bowling unit looks formidable. The team’s balance in both batting and bowling makes them a strong contender in today’s match.
Lucknow Super Giants Team Analysis
LSG will be captained by
Rishabh Pant, bringing stability and aggression to the team. Their batting lineup includes the explosive
David Miller, along with
Aiden Markram and
Nicholas Pooran.
Key Batters:
- David Miller
- Aiden Markram
- Rishabh Pant
- Ayush Badoni
- Nicholas Pooran
Key Bowlers:
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Mayank Yadav
- Akash Deep
- Mohsin Khan
LSG’s bowling attack is led by Ravi Bishnoi, a specialist spinner in T20 cricket. The presence of multiple all-rounders also adds depth to their squad.
Head-to-Head Record: DC vs LSG
- Total Matches Played: 5
- Delhi Capitals Won: 2
- Lucknow Super Giants Won: 3
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
- Delhi Capitals: W-W-L-W-L
- Lucknow Super Giants: L-W-L-W-L
Today’s Match Venue & Pitch Report
- Venue: Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam
- Pitch Conditions: The pitch favors batsmen with good stroke play. Spinners can also get assistance as the match progresses.
- Average First Innings Score: 128
- Highest Total Recorded: 209/8 by India vs Australia
Weather Report
The weather forecast for Visakhapatnam is
mostly clear, with slight chances of rain. However, we expect a full game without interruptions.
IPL Toss Prediction & Its Impact
As seen in previous IPL editions, teams winning the toss prefer to
bowl first. Chasing has been the preferred strategy due to the dew factor in evening games.
DC vs LSG Dream11 Fantasy Team Prediction
We recommend a well-balanced Dream11 fantasy team for today’s IPL match:
Dream11 Team Picks:
- Wicket-Keepers: KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant (C)
- Batters: Faf du Plessis, Aiden Markram, David Miller
- All-Rounders: Axar Patel (VC), Mitchell Marsh
- Bowlers: Mitchell Starc, Ravi Bishnoi, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohsin Khan
Captain: Rishabh Pant
Vice-Captain: Axar Patel
Who Will Win Today’s IPL Match?
Winning Probability:
- Delhi Capitals: 52%
- Lucknow Super Giants: 48%
Delhi Capitals have a
slightly better squad on paper, with a balanced mix of experienced and young players. Their strong batting order and consistent bowlers make them the favorites in this match.
Final Match Prediction:
Delhi Capitals to win today’s match against Lucknow Super Giants.
DC vs LSG Playing 11 (Predicted)
Delhi Capitals (DC) Playing XI:
- Faf du Plessis
- Jake Fraser-McGurk
- KL Rahul (WK) (C)
- Tristan Stubbs
- Axar Patel
- Sameer Rizvi
- Ashutosh Sharma
- Kuldeep Yadav
- T Natarajan
- Mitchell Starc
- Mukesh Kumar
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Playing XI:
- Rishabh Pant (C) (WK)
- Ayush Badoni
- Nicholas Pooran
- Abdul Samad
- Aiden Markram
- Mitchell Marsh
- David Miller
- Mayank Yadav
- Akash Deep
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Mohsin Khan
Match Details: IPL 2025, 4th Match
- Date: Monday, 24th March 2025
- Time: 07:30 PM IST / 02:00 PM GMT
- Venue: Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam
Final Thoughts
This IPL match between
Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants promises to be a high-octane battle. While DC appears stronger on paper, LSG’s aggressive style could turn the game around. Stay tuned for live updates and in-depth match analysis!
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on analysis and team performances. We advise our readers to make their own informed decisions.
