Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants  Prediction :IPL 2025

Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants  Prediction  Playing XI, Pitch Report

Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants 24 march 2025, The fourth match of IPL 2025 promises to be a thrilling spectacle for cricket enthusiasts! Lucknow SuperGiants (LSG) will take on Delhi Capitals (DC) in a clash that fans have eagerly anticipated since the auction concluded.

After the IPL 2025 auction, a big rivalry has started between Delhi Capitals and Lucknow SuperGiants. Why? Because KL Rahul, who is now a key batsman for Delhi Capitals, used to be the captain of Lucknow SuperGiants. And Rishabh Pant, who now will  lead Lucknow SuperGiants, was the captain of Delhi Capitals. This switch has made this match super exciting!

Lsg vs Dc Match Details 

Date and Time : March 24th at 7:30 PM IST.  

Venue:  Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam

Axar Patel vs Rishabh Pant Captaincy record

Axar Patel

Matches as Captain: 1  

Wins: 0  

Losses: 1  

Win Percentage: 0%  

Rishabh Pant

Matches as Captain: 43  

Wins: 23  

Losses: 19  

Ties: 1  

Win Percentage: 53.49%  

DC vs LSG Pitch Report 

The pitch at Visakhapatnam is a batting bonanza that’s got everyone buzzing! Known for its lightning-fast pace and perfect bounce.  With pint-sized boundaries, it’s practically begging for sky-high scores and record-breaking fireworks.

The Average score of  1st innings is 170-190 and the Average 2nd innings score is 160-175. So, the toss winner team may prefer to opt to bat first.

LSG vs DC Head to Head Record

Delhi Capitals (DC) and Lucknow SuperGiants (LSG) have clashed in a total of five matches, with LSG taking the lead by securing three victories compared to DC’s two wins.

Outcomes of the past five DC vs. LSG encounters:

5. Delhi Capitals defeated Lucknow Super Giants by 6 wickets.

4. Delhi Capitals emerged victorious by a margin of 19 runs.

3. Lucknow Super Giants dominated with a 50-run win.

2. Lucknow Super Giants clinched a 6-wicket victory.

1.  Lucknow Super Giants narrowly won by 6 runs.

Weather Report Lucknow Super giants vs Delhi Capitals

In Visakhapatnam, both the days and evenings remain pleasantly warm, offering a comfortable yet balmy atmosphere. During the match, temperatures are expected to hover in the high 20s Celsius (around 77-86°F), creating a warm environment that could test players’ endurance.

The ski will remain completely clear, with no cloud cover to block the sun, ensuring dry conditions and ruling out any chance of rain interrupting the game. Strong winds will sweep through the area, potentially influencing ball movement and adding an extra layer of challenge for players.

Delhi Capitals Probable Playing 11: 

Jake Fraser-McGurk, Faf du Plessis, KL Rahul, Abishek Porel (WK), Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel(c), Ashutosh Sharma, Kuldeep Yadav, Mitchell Starc, T Natarajan, Mukesh Kumar

Lucknow SuperGiants Probable Playing 11:

Rishabh Pant (c, wk), Arshin Kulkarni, Nicholas Pooran, Mitchell Marsh, Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Shahbaz Ahmed, Ravi Bishnoi, Shamar Joseph

Key Players for Delhi Capitals

Axar Patel

Axar Patel, the captain of Delhi Capitals, stands out as a dependable all-rounder, making significant impacts with both bat and ball. As a left-handed batsman, he brings stability and clutch performances, while his accurate left-arm spin bowling consistently troubles opponents.

 In his IPL career up to 2024, Axar has played 150 matches, scoring 1,653 runs at an average of 21.46 and a strike rate of 130.87, with a highest score of 66. With the ball, he has taken 123 wickets at an average of 30.55 and an economy rate of 7.27, with his best figures being 4/21. Since joining Delhi Capitals in 2019, he has been a key figure, and in 2025, he leads the team after being retained for Rs 16.50 crore.

Jake Fraser-McGurk

Jake Fraser-McGurk, Delhi Capitals’ explosive right-handed opener, ignites innings with fearless stroke play and relentless aggression from the very first ball. Known for his attacking mindset, he sets the tone with rapid scoring and powerful hitting.

 In his debut IPL season in 2024, he played 9 matches, amassing 330 runs at an average of 36.67 and an astonishing strike rate of 234.04, including 4 half-centuries and a highest score of 84. He smashed 32 fours and 28 sixes, showcasing his dominance. Retained by Delhi Capitals for Rs 9 crore via the Right to Match card in the 2025 auction, he’s poised to continue his destructive form.

Key Players for Lucknow Supergiants

Nicholas Pooran

Nicholas Pooran, Lucknow Super Giants’ electrifying left-handed dynamo, ignites the crease as a clutch finisher, unleashing audacious strokes and skyscraping sixes when the heat is on. By the close of IPL 2024, he’s stormed through 76 matches, blasting 1,769 runs across 73 explosive innings. Boasting a robust average of 32.16 and a turbo-charged strike rate of 162.20, Pooran turns games on their head with rapid-fire scoring. While a century remains elusive, he’s hammered 9 fifties, with his top knock of 77 lighting up the scoreboard. His boundary barrage—113 fours and 127 towering sixes—marks him as a relentless force. Locked in by LSG for a whopping Rs 21 crore ahead of IPL 2025, Pooran stands as a linchpin, fusing sheer firepower with ice-cool resolve in the clutch.

Ravi Bishnoi

Ravi Bishnoi, the skillful leg-spinner for the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), has carved out a reputation in the IPL with his clever spin and command during the middle overs. By the close of the 2024 season, he has appeared in 66 matches, claiming 63 wickets with a bowling average of 29.12 and maintaining an economy rate of 7.80. His standout performance is a 3/24, and he has notched four 3-wicket hauls in his IPL journey. Starting with Punjab Kings in 2020, he played 14 games and secured 12 wickets at an economy of 7.37. In 2021, still with Punjab, he featured in 9 matches, picking up 12 wickets while keeping runs down at 6.97 per over. Moving to LSG in 2022, he took 13 wickets across 14 matches with an economy of 7.66. His best year came in 2023, playing 15 games for LSG and grabbing 16 wickets at 7.74 runs per over. In 2024, he participated in 14 matches, taking 10 wickets with an economy of 8.77. Valued at INR 11 crore by LSG for the 2025 season, Bishnoi continues to shine with his tricky variations and precision.

Where can we watch Delhi Capitals vs lucknow Supergiants Match

In India, Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants match will be aired on the Star Sports Network on TV.  You can also enjoy this match online on JioCinema app and website. 

FAQ: Frequently Asked Question

Who is the captain of Lucknow Super Giants in 2025?

Both teams will have new captains at IPL 2025,Axar Patel is the captain of Delhi Capitals, 

and LSG will have former Capitals skipper Rishabh Pant in charge.

Is Delhi Capitals a strong team?

According to Economic Times, Delhi Capitals is stronger the Lucknow Super Giants.

Which IPL team does KL Rahul play in 2025?

Delhi Capitals

Who is the captain of DC in IPL 2025?

Axar Patel

Who owns DC IPL?

The franchise is jointly owned by the GMR Group and the JSW Sports.

Who is Delhi Capitals’ best player?

According to wikipedia leading run-scorer for the Capitals is Rishabh Pant with 3,284 runs.