LSG vs DC Match Prediction 40th Match of IPL 2025
Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals these two teams are in a strong form and will go against each other on Tuesday, 22nd April, 2025, at the Ekana Stadium. Both the teams who have been performing well, will aim to win in this exciting matchup. Let’s take a look at LSG vs DC match prediction for 40th match of IPL 2025.
Where are LSG and DC in the Points table?
Lucknow Super Giants are currently placed at the fifth spot, having played 8 matches they have won 5 and lost 3 and have 10 points to their name. On the other hand, Delhi Capitals are on the second spot in the points table, having played 7 matches, they have won 5 and lost 2 and have 10 points to their name.
Challenges for LSG and DC
LSG has one of the strongest batting lineups in IPL 2025, however if their batting lineup collapses, their depth in the batting lineup is alarming. LSG batters Markram, Pooran, Marsh, & Miller have a lot of responsibilities on them, whether it’s chasing or putting in a target for the opposition.
DC’s has one of the strongest balanced lineup in IPL 2025, from batting to bowling lineup, if their balancing act takes the wrong turn against a strong team like LSG, the match will surely slip away from them.
LSG vs DC Match Details
Match Number: 40
Fixture: Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals
Date & Time: Tuesday, 22nd April, 2025. 7:30 PM IST
Stadium: Ekana Cricket Stadium
LSG vs DC Pitch Report:
The surface at Ekana Cricket Stadium has offered fair support to both batters and bowlers throughout the current IPL season. Early in the innings, the ball tends to come onto the bat well, providing scoring opportunities during the powerplay. However, batters must spend some time getting set before launching into aggressive strokes.
The pitch has shown enough variation to assist both seamers and spinners, depending on how the game progresses. The specific type of surface used whether black soil or red soil can also influence play. Black soil generally offers more help to bowlers due to its slower nature. As the match between LSG and DC approaches, it remains to be seen if both teams will maintain their attacking style. However, as the ball begins to reverse or seam slightly in the final overs, boundary-hitting may become more difficult.
Also read: LSG vs DC 40th Match Dream11 Prediction of IPL 2025
Possible Top Performers LSG vs DC
Top Performers From LSG
Nicholas Pooran – The leader in the orange cap race is the threat DC will be looking to get dismissed as soon as possible when they go into the game.
Mitch Marsh – Marsh has been subtly giving some of his best performances of his season, and there are chances he will show up strong against DC.
Shardul Thakur – The leading wicket-taker for LSG in IPL 2025, will be entering the pitch to put pressure on the DC batters from the start.
Top Performers from DC
KL Rahul – KL Rahul will return to his former home stadium, and all the eyes will be on him to perform against LSG whom he once captained.
Kuldeep Yadav – Kuldeep Yadav has been spinning his way on the top in the purple cap race, and will be aiming to spin in some wickets in this matchup against LSG’s batters.
Tristan Stubbs – A subtle hitter for DC this season, he could perform strongly against LSG at the Ekana Stadium.
Predicted playing XI for LSG vs DC
Lucknow Super Giants: Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Ravi Bishnoi, Shardul Thakur, Prince Yadav, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Avesh Khan
Impact Player: Ayush Badoni
Delhi Capitals: Abishek Porel, Karun Nair, KL Rahul, Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel, Ashutosh Sharma, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohit Sharma, Mukesh Kumar
Impact Player: Donovan Ferreira
Toss Prediction
LSG: If LSG wins the toss they will probably choose to bowl first
DC: If DC wins the toss they will probably choose to bowl first
Possible Scenarios for LSG vs DC
Scenario 1: If LSG wins the toss and opts to bowl first
- DC might score between 170-195
- LSG can win by 5 wickets
Scenario 2: If DC wins the toss and opts to bowl first
- LSG might score between 185-205
- DC can win by 8 wickets
- Or LSG can win by 20-35 runs
LSG vs DC Win Probabilities
LSG’s chances of winning – 55%
DC’s chances of winning – 45%
**Disclaimer: Predictions are based on analysis and are intended as insights, not certainties. They should be viewed as informational and not as guarantees.**
LSG vs DC Match 40 FAQ’s
Where can you find the LSG vs DC Dream11 Prediction?
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Who will win LSG vs DC match 40?
A. The prediction for the LSG vs DC match 40 has been already analyzed in the above article. Read the win probability section to learn more about who has the better winning probability.
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