The seventeenth installment of the Indian Premier League 2024 is set to feature a clash between the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and the Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Ekana International Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Friday, April 12.
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LSG vs DC: Match Preview
Following their initial defeat against the Rajasthan Royals, LSG has been on a winning streak, securing victory in three consecutive matches, including two at their home ground. In their recent encounter against the Gujarat Titans, young talent Yash Thakur’s five-wicket haul propelled LSG to a 33-run victory.
Meanwhile, DC finds themselves struggling at the bottom of the points table. With just one win in five games under their belt, the team led by Rishabh Pant has been unable to convert promising individual performances into favorable outcomes.
Despite starting the season with a loss, Lucknow Super Giants have shown resilience with three consecutive wins. Their latest triumph against the Gujarat Titans showcased the prowess of their spinners, with Krunal Pandya, Ravi Bishnoi, and M Siddharth combining for figures of 4 wickets for 48 runs, effectively defending a total of 163 on a spin-friendly pitch. Considering this, LSG might opt for a similar pitch strategy against the struggling Delhi Capitals.
Batting has been a challenge for the Capitals this season, with their average of 23.35 being the lowest among all teams. The absence of key players like Kuldeep Yadav and Mitchell Marsh due to injuries has further compounded their woes. Additionally, the Capitals have struggled against spin bowling, with the second-lowest batting average (28.44) against spinners this season, trailing only the Kolkata Knight Riders.
In contrast to LSG’s winning streak, the Capitals enter the contest on the back of two consecutive losses and are positioned at the bottom of the table. Having lost all three of their previous encounters against LSG, the Capitals are keen to secure their first victory against them.
LSG vs DC: Pitch Report & Conditions
The Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow has a reputation for its two-paced and slow pitch, typically resulting in low-scoring matches. This trend is anticipated to persist as the stadium gears up to host its third IPL 2024 match on Friday. Teams winning the toss will likely opt to bat first.
The weather forecast predicts hot and humid conditions in Lucknow. The decision to play on a black-soil pitch against Capitals suggests the likelihood of another slow, spin-friendly surface similar to the one where LSG secured a commanding victory against the Titans.
LSG vs DC: Head-to-head
- Matches Played: 3 Lucknow Super Giants won: 0
- Delhi Capitals won: 3
- No Result: 0
- First Played: April 07, 2022
- Last Played: April 01, 2023
LSG vs DC: Team News and Impact Player Strategy
Lucknow Super Giants
Fast bowler Mayank Yadav’s participation is doubtful for the upcoming game against DC after leaving the field following just one over in their previous match against the Titans. LSG indicated that his workload would be managed cautiously over the following week, likely ruling him out for the next two games. Additionally, there’s uncertainty surrounding the fitness of Mohsin, who has been nursing a sore hamstring and missed the last two matches.
In the event of both Mayank and Mohsin being unavailable, LSG may opt for either left-arm pacer Arshad Khan or right-arm quick Yudhvir Singh. They also have two other overseas fast-bowling alternatives in Matt Henry and Shamar Joseph.
Probable XII:
- Quinton de Kock
- KL Rahul (captain, wicketkeeper)
- Devdutt Padikkal
- Marcus Stoinis
- Nicholas Pooran
- Ayush Badoni
- Krunal Pandya
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Yash Thakur
- Naveen-ul-Haq
- Arshad Khan
- M Siddharth
Delhi Capitals
Ricky Ponting, the Capitals’ coach, is optimistic about the availability of Kuldeep Yadav and Mukesh Kumar for the match in Lucknow. However, Mitchell Marsh remains sidelined due to injury.
Tristan Stubbs has been the standout performer with the bat for the Capitals this season. He leads the team’s run-scoring charts with 174 runs and has shown prowess against spin bowling. Stubbs boasts a remarkable strike rate of 207 against spinners, the highest among players who have faced at least 35 balls. His ability to tackle LSG’s spinners will be crucial for the Capitals’ success in the match.
Probable XII:
- Prithvi Shaw
- David Warner
- Abishek Porel
- Rishabh Pant (captain & wicketkeeper)
- Tristan Stubbs
- Axar Patel
- Lalit Yadav
- Jhye Richardson
- Anrich Nortje
- Ishant Sharma
- Khaleel Ahmed
- Kumar Kushagra
LSG vs DC: Match Prediction
Scenario 1:
If Lucknow Super Giants win the toss and choose to bat, and they manage to score between 45-55 runs in the powerplay, followed by a first innings total ranging from 165-175, the prediction is that Lucknow Super Giants will win the match.
Scenario 2:
In the event of Delhi Capitals winning the toss and electing to bat, and they achieve a powerplay score of 35-45 runs, leading to a first innings total of 155-165, the prediction remains that Lucknow Super Giants will emerge victorious in the match.
LSG vs DC: Dream 11 Fantasy Prediction
Team 1:
- Keeper – Quinton de Kock, Lokesh Rahul (c), Nicholas Pooran (vc), Rishab Pant
- Batsmen – David Warner, Tristian Stubbs
- All-rounders – Marcus Stoinis, Axar Patel
- Bowlers – Yash Thakur, Anrich Nortje, Khaleel Ahmed
Team 2:
- Keeper – Quinton de Kock, Lokesh Rahul, Nicholas Pooran (c), Rishab Pant
- Batsmen – David Warner, Tristian Stubbs (vc)
- All-rounders – Marcus Stoinis, Axar Patel
- Bowlers – Yash Thakur, Anrich Nortje, Ravi Bishnoi
When and Where to Watch the Match: Streaming & Broadcast Details
What: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) vs Delhi Capitals (DC) IPL 2024
When: 7:30 PM IST, Thursday – April 12
Where: Ekana International Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Where to watch LSG vs DC Live Streaming: JioCinema app for FREE
Where to watch LSG vs DC Live Telecast: Star Sports
