
Delhi Capitals (DC) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are set to clash in Match 4 of IPL 2025 on Monday, March 24, at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. Both teams will be eager to bounce back after missing out on the playoffs last season. This thrilling encounter promises a high-stakes battle with both teams looking to start their campaigns with a win. Read on for in-depth match prediction, playing XIs, head-to-head record, and more.
Match Details:
Match | Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants, Match 4, IPL 2025 |
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Venue | Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam |
Date & Time | Monday, March 24, 2025, 7:30 PM (IST) |
Live Broadcast & Streaming | Sports18/Star Sports Network, JioHotstar (app & website) |
ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium Pitch Report:
The Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium is renowned for its batting-friendly conditions. The pitch typically allows aggressive shot-making, with pacers benefiting from early movement. As the game progresses, spinners begin to find more assistance. The average first-innings score here is around 170, so expect a high-scoring contest. Light rain is predicted during the day, but weather conditions should remain suitable for a full match.
Head-to-Head Record:
Matches Played | 5 |
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Won by Delhi Capitals | 2 |
Won by Lucknow Super Giants | 3 |
Tied | 0 |
No Result | 0 |
First-ever Fixture | April 07, 2022 |
Most Recent Fixture | May 14, 2024 |
Predicted Playing XIs:
Delhi Capitals (DC):
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Jake Fraser-McGurk
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KL Rahul
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Faf du Plessis
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Abishek Porel (wk)
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Axar Patel (C)
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Tristan Stubbs
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Mitchell Starc
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Kuldeep Yadav
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Mukesh Kumar
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Mohit Sharma
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T Natarajan
Impact Player: Ashutosh Sharma
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG):
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Arshin Kulkarni
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Mitchell Marsh
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Rishabh Pant (C & WK)
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Nicholas Pooran
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Ayush Badoni
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David Miller
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Abdul Samad
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Shahbaz Ahmed
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Rajvardhan Hangargekar
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Ravi Bishnoi
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Shamar Joseph
Probable Best Performers:
Probable Best Batter:
Nicholas Pooran
Pooran was LSG’s second-highest run-scorer last season, amassing 499 runs from 14 innings at an average of 62.37 and a strike rate of 178.21. His ability to score rapidly in pressure situations makes him a crucial player for LSG.
Probable Best Bowler:
Axar Patel
Delhi Capitals’ captain Axar Patel will play a key role with his left-arm spin. Axar had an impressive season last year, claiming 11 wickets in 14 games. With the pitch in Visakhapatnam offering assistance to spinners, Axar could prove to be a game-changer for DC.
Match Prediction Scenarios:
Scenario 1 (Delhi Capitals win the toss and bowl first):
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Powerplay Score: 40-50
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LSG Score: 160-170
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Result: Delhi Capitals Win
Scenario 2 (Lucknow Super Giants win the toss and bowl first):
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Powerplay Score: 50-60
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DC Score: 170-180
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Result: Lucknow Super Giants Win
Disclaimer:
The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. Please consider the factors mentioned above when making your own decision.
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