LSG vs DC Today Match Preview | Pitch Report, Dream11 Tips, Key Players & Prediction – April 22, 2025

 Match Overview: LSG vs DC – April 22, 2025

The IPL 2025 is heating up as Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) take on Delhi Capitals (DC) in Match 42 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, on Tuesday, April 22, at 7:30 PM IST. This match promises fireworks as both teams are eyeing consistency after recent ups and downs.

Head-to-Head: LSG vs DC

Total Matches: 6

Wins - LSG: 3

Wins - DC: 3

At Ekana Stadium: 1 win each

The rivalry is evenly poised at 3-3, adding more spice to this fixture. Both sides have tasted success at this venue, making this contest unpredictable.

Current Form & Team News

Delhi Capitals (DC):

DC started strong with four consecutive wins, but recent games have shown inconsistency. After suffering losses to MI and GT, they barely edged past RR in a Super Over thriller. Ashutosh Sharma and Mitchell Starc have been their key performers, while Rishabh Pant’s form remains patchy despite a fighting 63 against CSK.

Concerns:

Inconsistent opening partnerships

Pant struggling against spin

Bowlers leaking runs in the death overs

Possible Changes:

Faf du Plessis is still unavailable.

Dushmantha Chameera might replace Mohit Sharma due to better match-ups.

Probable XI - DC:

Abishek Porel, Karun Nair, Tristan Stubbs, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Ashutosh Sharma, Axar Patel, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Dushmantha Chameera, Mukesh Kumar, Vipraj Nigam

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG):

LSG are placed in the top five with 5 wins from 8 games. Their recent two-run win over RR was all about Avesh Khan’s brilliance at the death. However, Pooran, Marsh, and KL Rahul need to fire at the top for better starts.

Injury Watch:

Mayank Yadav was among the substitutes last match and might return.

Tactics:

Ravi Bishnoi to target KL Rahul and Porel

Shardul Thakur has a good record vs Axar Patel

Probable XI - LSG:

KL Rahul (wk), Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Ravi Bishnoi, Shardul Thakur, Avesh Khan, Mayank Yadav

Pitch Report: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

Nature: Balanced with slight spin assistance

Average 1st Innings Total: 165

200+ scores: Only once this season (LSG defended)

Chasing Record: 3 out of 4 wins

Preferred Strategy: Win toss and bowl first

Fantasy Tip: Pick 2 spinners and bowlers with death-over skills.

Key Players to Watch
Top Performers - DC:

Mitchell Starc: Lethal in the powerplay and death

Kuldeep Yadav: Proven match-up against Pooran and Pant

Ashutosh Sharma: Game-changer with the bat in the middle overs

Top Performers - LSG:

Avesh Khan: Yorker expert in the death

Ravi Bishnoi: Key against left-handed batters

Nicholas Pooran: Explosive striker, needs form

Dream11 Fantasy Team Tips

Captain Choices: Mitchell Starc, KL Rahul Vice-Captain Picks: Ashutosh Sharma, Nicholas Pooran Differentials: Ayush Badoni, Vipraj Nigam

Suggested Dream11 Team:

Wicketkeepers: Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul

Batters: Ashutosh Sharma, Aiden Markram, Abishek Porel

All-Rounders: Axar Patel, Mitchell Marsh

Bowlers: Mitchell Starc, Avesh Khan, Kuldeep Yadav, Mayank Yadav

Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s IPL Match?

Both teams are evenly matched, but Delhi Capitals hold a slight edge with better middle-order firepower and variety in bowling. However, if Pooran and Marsh click, LSG can snatch the win.

Prediction: Delhi Capitals to win in a close encounter.