LSG vs DC: IPL 2026 Match Preview

By Rohan Mehta / 31.03.2026

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are set to face Delhi Capitals (DC) in Match No. 5 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 on April 1, 2026, at 7:30 PM IST. The match will be held at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.

LSG will be captained by Rishabh Pant, while Axar Patel will lead the Delhi Capitals. The average score at this venue typically ranges between 150 and 160, which suggests a competitive match ahead.

In their previous encounters, LSG has won 3 out of 7 matches against DC, indicating a closely contested rivalry. Last season, Delhi Capitals finished fifth, while LSG struggled with consistency but have a fully fit squad this year.

Key players to watch include KL Rahul, who has scored 5222 runs in 145 IPL matches at an impressive average of 46.21. Additionally, Digvesh Rathi made a notable impact in his debut season, taking 14 wickets.

The pitch at Ekana Stadium generally favors teams batting first, which could influence the strategies of both teams. As the match approaches, predictions suggest that the team batting first is likely to win.

Mitchell Starc will be unavailable for the opening game due to injury, which may affect the bowling lineup for Delhi Capitals. However, they boast strong spinners in Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav, who are expected to play a crucial role in the match.

As the teams prepare for this important fixture, the anticipation among fans is palpable. Both teams will be looking to secure a vital win early in the tournament.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding the final playing XI for both teams, but the excitement for the match continues to build.