LSG vs DC Live Score: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Delhi Capitals (DC) are heading into IPL 2026 looking for a fresh start after both teams missed out on the playoffs last season. While neither side has undergone a complete overhaul, both have made key adjustments and will be looking forward to starting their campaign on a strong note.
Team news and key concerns
LSG will be without Wanindu Hasaranga for their opening tournament as the Sri Lankan all-rounder is yet to undergo a fitness test. They could bring in Anrich Nortje as a similar overseas replacement, especially given the red surface in Lucknow that can help the pace. However, LSG will also be wary of over-reliance on their overseas batting – Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram and Nicholas Pooran, who carried the bulk of the scoring last season.
Rishabh Pant’s batting position remains a key question for LSG. Pant impressed at No.3 with a century in 2025, but Pooran has also thrived in that role across the T20 leagues. The balance of their batting order will be crucial.
Delhi Capitals, meanwhile, will be missing Mitchell Starc due to injury at the start of the season. He is likely to be replaced by another left-arm pacer in T Natarajan, while one of Lungi Ngidi or Dushmantha Chameera could feature as an overseas quick. DC also seem to be experimenting with their top order, with Pathum Nissanka likely to open alongside KL Rahul and Nitish Rana expected to slot in at No.3 after impressive domestic form.
Players in the spotlight
Mayank Yadav is one to watch for LSG after a long injury layoff. Known for his raw pace, he is finally getting back fit and will be looking to make a big impact this season.
Nitish Rana could be key for DC. After a quiet spell in the IPL last year, he comes into this tournament in strong domestic form and has the ability to anchor the innings at No.3.
Key stats and matches
Kuldeep Yadav has historically troubled Rishabh Pant in T20s, dismissing him thrice and conceding just 23 runs off 25 balls. This contest could play a key role in the middle games.
Spacing and conditions
The match will be played on pitch no.4 at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. The surface has gradually become more batting friendly over the years, with the run rate increasing every season. In the last IPL, the average first innings score at this venue was around 187. The conditions are expected to be clear with temperatures hovering around 28°C and no rain forecast.
What to expect
With both teams level and looking to reset their campaigns, it promises to be a highly contested match. While LSG will rely on their overseas firepower and home advantage, DC’s balanced lineup and strong middle order could make this a close contest.
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Lucknow Super Giants Squad: Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (w/c), Abdul Samad, Ayush Badoni, Shahbaz Ahmed, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Avesh Khan, Anrich Nortje, Prince Yadav, Mohsin Khan, Shahamzke Matthew, Mohsin Khan, Shahamzke Matthew, Joham Raghu Inglis, Himmat Singh, Mukul Choudhary, Arshin Kulkarni, Naman Tiwari, Arjun Sachin Tendulkar, Manimaran. Siddharth, Mayank Prabhu Yadav, Akash Maharaj Singh
Delhi Capitals Team: KL Rahul(w), Prithvi Shaw, Abishek Porel, Axar Patel(c), Tristan Stubbs, Ashutosh Sharma, David Miller, Vipraj Nigam, Dushmantha Chameera, Kyle Jamieson, T Natarajan, Lungi Ngidi, Mukesh Kumar, Patm Kumar, Karm Kulitdeep, Na Yadav, Nhuitun Ranissan Sahil Parakh, Sameer Rizvi, Madhav Tiwari, Auqib Nabi Dar, Tripurana Vijay, Ajay Jadav Mandala.
