Introduction to Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals Match Scorecard
The 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season has been nothing short of thrilling, and one of the most anticipated rivalries this year has been the clash between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Delhi Capitals (DC). With both teams filled with match-winners, every encounter between these two sides brings drama, excitement, and world-class cricket. In this article, we will walk you through the most recent LSG vs DC match played in 2025, their complete scorecard, as well as a summary of their head-to-head records and key performances. Let’s relive the action-packed contest between these two power-packed IPL franchises.
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Match Overview: Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals – April 22, 2025
The latest clash between Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals was held at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. The match turned out to be a one-sided affair as Delhi Capitals chased down the target comfortably, showcasing a top-notch performance from their batting lineup.
Match Details
- Date: April 22, 2025
- Venue: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
- Match No: 40
- Toss: Delhi Capitals won the toss and chose to field
- Result: Delhi Capitals won by 8 wickets
Full Match Scorecard – April 22, 2025
Lucknow Super Giants Innings
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aiden Markram | 52 | 33 | 2 | 3 | 157.57 |
| Mitchell Marsh | 45 | 36 | 3 | 1 | 125.00 |
| KL Rahul (c) | 22 | 25 | 2 | 0 | 88.00 |
| Nicholas Pooran | 12 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 133.33 |
| Ayush Badoni | 11 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 137.50 |
| Krunal Pandya | 6 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 120.00 |
| Marcus Stoinis | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 75.00 |
| Extras | 1 | ||||
| Total | 159/6 | 20.0 overs |
Fall of Wickets:
1-38 (Rahul), 2-85 (Pooran), 3-120 (Marsh), 4-138 (Badoni), 5-144 (Pandya), 6-159 (Stoinis)
Delhi Capitals Bowling
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mukesh Kumar | 4.0 | 33 | 4 | 8.25 |
| Mitchell Starc | 4.0 | 25 | 1 | 6.25 |
| Kuldeep Yadav | 4.0 | 28 | 0 | 7.00 |
| Axar Patel | 4.0 | 30 | 0 | 7.50 |
| Lalit Yadav | 2.0 | 18 | 0 | 9.00 |
| Khaleel Ahmed | 2.0 | 25 | 0 | 12.50 |
Delhi Capitals Innings
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KL Rahul | 57* | 42 | 3 | 3 | 135.71 |
| Abishek Porel | 51 | 36 | 5 | 1 | 141.66 |
| Shai Hope | 24 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 160.00 |
| Rishabh Pant (c) | 20* | 14 | 1 | 1 | 142.85 |
| Extras | 9 | ||||
| Total | 161/2 | 17.5 overs |
Fall of Wickets:
1-89 (Porel), 2-133 (Hope)
Lucknow Super Giants Bowling
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravi Bishnoi | 3.0 | 36 | 0 | 12.00 |
| Mohsin Khan | 3.5 | 34 | 0 | 8.87 |
| Marcus Stoinis | 3.0 | 21 | 0 | 7.00 |
| Avesh Khan | 4.0 | 38 | 0 | 9.50 |
| Aiden Markram | 3.0 | 30 | 2 | 10.00 |
| Krunal Pandya | 1.0 | 12 | 0 | 12.00 |
Player of the Match
Mukesh Kumar was awarded Player of the Match for his outstanding bowling figures of 4/33, taking key wickets early in the innings to restrict LSG.
Previous Match – March 24, 2025 (Vizag)
In their earlier match this season on March 24, 2025, Delhi Capitals also emerged victorious in a high-scoring thriller at the ACA-VDCA Stadium in Vizag.
- LSG Score: 209/8 (20 overs)
- DC Score: 211/9 (19.3 overs)
- Result: DC won by 1 wicket
The standout performer was Ashutosh Sharma, who smashed 66 off 31 balls* and guided Delhi to a nail-biting finish with just 3 balls remaining.
Head-to-Head Record – LSG vs DC
| Match No | Date | Venue | Winner | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | April 2022 | Mumbai | LSG | 6 wickets |
| 2 | May 2022 | Mumbai | LSG | 6 runs |
| 3 | April 2023 | Lucknow | LSG | 50 runs |
| 4 | April 2024 | Delhi | DC | 6 wickets |
| 5 | May 2024 | Lucknow | DC | 19 runs |
| 6 | March 2025 | Vizag | DC | 1 wicket |
| 7 | April 2025 | Lucknow | DC | 8 wickets |
Summary:
- Total Matches Played: 7
- Delhi Capitals Wins: 4
- Lucknow Super Giants Wins: 3
After the two encounters in 2025, Delhi Capitals took the lead in the head-to-head rivalry, winning both games and making it 4 wins to LSG’s 3.
Notable Performers in LSG vs DC History
Top Run Scorers
- Nicholas Pooran (LSG): 172 runs
- Rishabh Pant (DC): 157 runs
- KL Rahul (LSG): 153 runs
- David Warner (DC): 142 runs
Top Wicket Takers
- Ravi Bishnoi (LSG): 10 wickets
- Kuldeep Yadav (DC): 9 wickets
- Mukesh Kumar (DC): 7 wickets
Final Thoughts
The rivalry between Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals is turning out to be one of the most exciting in IPL history. What makes this contest more thrilling is the unpredictability – one team might dominate one season, but momentum can shift rapidly, as seen in 2025. With Delhi Capitals winning both encounters this season, they have a psychological edge. However, with talents like Markram, Rahul, Pooran, and a quality bowling unit, LSG are always capable of turning things around in future matches.
As the IPL 2025 season progresses, all eyes will be on their potential next clash. Can Lucknow strike back and equalize the head-to-head tally? Or will Delhi continue their domination? Cricket fans are eagerly waiting to find out.
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