LSG vs DC – Toss Update, Playing XI and Match Prediction

Check out the playing XI, toss result, pitch report, and match prediction for today’s LSG vs DC IPL 2025 clash. Stay updated with key match insights and expert analysis.

IPL 2025 has been nothing short of a rollercoaster, and as we head into the home stretch, the playoff picture is starting to take shape. Among the teams firmly in the mix are Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals — both sitting on 10 points after notching up five wins apiece. Sure, LSG have played one more match than DC, but ask any captain and they’ll tell you — they’d rather have points in the bag than games in hand. 

That said, Delhi have a golden opportunity to climb to the top of the table if a few other results go their way. And honestly, given how they’ve played so far, you’d be brave to bet against them. One sign of a serious title challenger? The ability to snatch a win when everything seems lost — something DC pulled off in that heart-stopping Super Over win against Rajasthan Royals. They'll be hungry to get back on track after a narrow loss to Gujarat Titans over the weekend. 

But Lucknow aren’t exactly flying under the radar either. If you need proof, look no further than their recent win — a nail-biter at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, one of the tougher places to play. Avesh Khan held his nerve in the final over to help LSG pull off a gutsy two-run victory over RR. Their batting has been reliable all season, and now with the bowlers stepping up and Mayank Yadav edging closer to full fitness, their attack is looking more dangerous by the day. 

So, while Delhi might be stealing headlines with their all-round brilliance, Lucknow are quietly building momentum. Don’t count them out — this team has the balance, belief, and big-match temperament to go deep. 

LSG vs DC Toss Update 

Delhi Capitals have won the toss and chose to bowl first.

LSG vs DC Starting XI 

Both teams have a strong squad, and their Playing 11 is expected to feature some of the best names in world cricket. Here's a look at the possible lineups for LSG and DC: 

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG): Aiden Markram, Mitch Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Digvesh Singh, Shardul Thakur, Prince Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan  

Impact Subs: M Siddharth, Ayush Badoni, Shahbaz Ahmed 

Delhi Capitals (DC): Karun Nair, Abhishek Porel, KL Rahul(w), Axar Patel(c), Tristan Stubbs, Vipraj Nigam, Ashutosh Sharma, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Dushmantha Chameera, Mukesh Kumar  

Impact Subs: Sameer Rizvi, Faf du Plessis, Jake Fraser-McGurk 

LSG vs DC Match Prediction 

As both teams have solid squads, predicting a winner in today’s match is difficult, but here’s how it might unfold: 

Match Prediction: Delhi Capitals have easily been one of the standout teams in IPL 2025. They’ve pulled off wins from positions where most teams would have folded — a real sign of grit and championship mentality. But even the best sides have their cracks, and DC’s two losses this season have shown that they’re not invincible. And if there’s one team that can really test those weak spots, it’s Lucknow Super Giants. With this match being played at the Ekana Stadium, LSG will fancy their chances just that little bit more. 

DC’s bowling attack has had its moments, but it hasn’t been the most consistent. And with LSG boasting serious batting firepower — think Pooran, Marsh, Markram, and Pant — they’ll be looking to cash in. If they click, it could be a long evening for Delhi’s bowlers. This one's shaping up to be tight, but given the home advantage and firepower, Lucknow might just edge it.