When the Delhi Capitals (DC) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) square off at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Tuesday, April 22, Match 40 of the IPL 2025 season is sure to be an exciting match.
Match Details
- Match: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) vs Delhi Capitals(DC) , IPL 2025
- Match Number: Match 40
- Date: Tuesday, April 22
- Venue: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Live Streaming: Star Sports, JioHotstar
Weather and Pitch Report
Weather Report
Clear skies and temperatures between 28 and 32 degrees Celsius are predicted for Lucknow throughout game hours.Humidity may play a role in the second innings, but rain is unlikely to interrupt play.
Pitch Report
The Ekana Stadium pitch has traditionally supported spinners and slower bowlers, with a slightly two-paced nature. However, recent matches have seen teams cross 180+ scores, indicating an improving surface for batters. Batting first could still be advantageous, especially under the lights.
Head-to-Head Record
The rivalry between LSG and DC has grown intense over the years. They've faced off six times in the IPL, with both teams having won three matches each.
Overall H2H Stats
- Matches Played: 6
- LSG Wins: 3
- DC Wins: 3
- No Results: 0
At Ekana Stadium, Lucknow
- Matches Played: 2
- LSG Wins: 1
- DC Wins: 1
Team Form and Performance
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
LSG have won four of their last five matches and currently sit fifth in the table with 10 points from eight games. Their last triumph came in Jaipur, where they defeated the Rajasthan Royals by an exciting two runs. With Aiden Markram and Ayush Badoni in form and Avesh Khan delivering with the ball, LSG look a balanced and confident unit.
Delhi Capitals (DC)
DC are in second place with 10 points from seven matches, but they come into this match after a tough loss to Gujarat Titans. Despite scoring 208-3, they couldn't contain Jos Buttler's onslaught. However, the Capitals will be looking to bounce back with the likes of Ashutosh Sharma and Tristan Stubbs in red-hot form.
Probable Playing XIs
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran (WK), Ayush Badoni, Rishabh Pant (C&wk), David Miller, Abdul Samad, Shardul Thakur, Avesh Khan, Ravi Bishnoi, Prince Yadav
Impact Players: Shamar Joseph, Shahbaz Ahmed, Matthew Breetzke
Delhi Capitals (DC)
Abhishek Porel , Karun Nair, Lokesh Rahul (WK), Axar Patel (C), Tristan Stubbs, Ashutosh Sharma, Vipraj Nigam, Mukesh Kumar, Mitchell Starc, Mohit Sharma, Kuldeep Yadav
Impact Players: Jake Fraser-McGurk, Sameer Rizvi, Darshan Nalkande, Donovan Ferreira
Match Prediction
With both sides having strong squads and an even head-to-head record, this match is shaping up to be a high-octane clash. Delhi have won the last three games against Lucknow, giving them a psychological edge. However, LSG’s strong form at home, combined with their ability to win close encounters, could tilt the balance in their favor.
Prediction: Lucknow Super Giants to win a close contest and avenge their earlier loss this season.
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