The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 continues with an exciting face-off between the Delhi Capitals (DC) and the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Match 4, scheduled for March 24 at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. Both teams are eager to kickstart their campaigns on a winning note, especially under new leadership and revamped squads.​

Match Details:

• Fixture: Delhi Capitals vs. Lucknow Super Giants, Match 4, IPL 2025​

• Date & Time: March 24, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST​

• Venue: Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam​

• Live Streaming: Available on JioCinema and Star Sports Network​

Team Overviews:

Delhi Capitals (DC):

The Capitals have undergone significant changes this season, with Axar Patel stepping in as the new captain. The acquisition of KL Rahul, the former LSG captain, adds depth to their batting lineup. The squad also boasts experienced players like Faf du Plessis and Mitchell Starc, enhancing both batting and bowling departments. The spin duo of Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav is expected to exploit the conditions effectively. ​

Probable Playing XI:

1. Faf du Plessis (Vice-Captain)​

2. Jake Fraser-McGurk

3. Abishek Porel (Wicketkeeper)​

4. KL Rahul​

5. Tristan Stubbs​

6. Axar Patel (Captain)​

7. Ashutosh Sharma​

8. Kuldeep Yadav​

9. Mitchell Starc​

10. Mukesh Kumar​

11. T Natarajan​

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG):

LSG has made a bold move by signing Rishabh Pant for a record INR 27 crore, entrusting him with the captaincy. The batting lineup is formidable, featuring players like Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, and David Miller. However, injuries to key pacers such as Mayank Yadav, Mohsin Khan, and Avesh Khan pose challenges to their bowling attack. The inclusion of Shardul Thakur aims to bolster the bowling unit. ​

Probable Playing XI:

1. Mitchell Marsh​

2. Arshin Kulkarni​

3. Aiden Markram​

4. Rishabh Pant (Captain & Wicketkeeper)​

5. Nicholas Pooran​

6. David Miller​

7. Abdul Samad​

8. Shahbaz Ahmed​

9. Ravi Bishnoi​

10. Avesh Khan​

11. Akashdeep​

Pitch and Conditions:

The Visakhapatnam pitch is traditionally batting-friendly, with average first-innings scores around 170. Batsmen can play their shots freely, but pacers might find some movement early on, and spinners could become influential as the game progresses. ​

Head-to-Head Record:

In their previous five encounters, LSG holds a slight advantage with three wins, while DC has secured two victories. This adds an extra layer of intrigue to the upcoming match, as both teams aim to improve their standings. ​

Key Players to Watch:

• Delhi Capitals: KL Rahul's performance against his former team will be under scrutiny, and Mitchell Starc's pace could be a game-changer.​

• Lucknow Super Giants: Rishabh Pant's leadership and batting prowess, along with Aiden Markram's consistency, will be crucial for LSG's success.​

Match Prediction:

Considering the batting-friendly conditions and the depth in both squads, a high-scoring contest is anticipated. However, DC's balanced lineup and experienced bowling attack might give them a slight edge in this encounter.

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Cricket enthusiasts can look forward to a thrilling match as both teams embark on their IPL 2025 journey, aiming to set a positive tone for the rest of the tournament.