DC vs LSG Preview, IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals, Lucknow Super Giants aim for strong start under new leadership | Cricket News – The Times of India

As Delhi Capitals (DC) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) put together to conflict of their opening Indian Premier League 2025 match on Monday, each groups face contemporary challenges under new leadership and revamped squads. The Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Stadium will host the encounter as DC’s momentary house venue for two matches this season.
One of essentially the most anticipated storylines is Rishabh Pant’s transfer to LSG for a staggering Rs 27 crore through the mega public sale. Having been benched through the latest Champions Trophy, this IPL season serves as a vital alternative for Pant to showcase his white-ball prowess.
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On the opposite hand, KL Rahul, who beforehand led LSG for two seasons, has transitioned to DC, taking up the position of a key batter moderately than captain. Instead, the leadership mantle has been handed to Axar Patel, regardless of the presence of skilled candidates like Faf du Plessis.
DC boasts a balanced lineup that includes the expertise of du Plessis and the tempo of Mitchell Starc, who just lately joined after lacking the Champions Trophy. The center order seems formidable with the likes of Karun Nair, Tristan Stubbs, Sameer Rizvi, Ashutosh Sharma, and Rahul. The bowling unit is equally strong, with spin spearheaded by Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav, whereas pacers T Natarajan, Mohit Sharma, Mukesh Kumar, and Dushmantha Chameera add depth.

LSG, in the meantime, depends on home expertise alongside abroad stars reminiscent of Mitchell Marsh, David Miller, Aiden Markram, and Nicholas Pooran. The group faces challenges with restricted abroad availability and Indian pacers Mayank Yadav, Avesh Khan, and Akash Deep at the moment in rehabilitation.
Shardul Thakur bolsters LSG’s bowling power following his spectacular Ranji Trophy performances, changing the injured Mohsin Khan. Additionally, Rajvardhan Hangargekar and Ravi Bishnoi are anticipated to play key roles within the tempo and spin departments, respectively.
With each groups aiming to determine momentum early within the event, the conflict between DC and LSG guarantees to be an thrilling and unpredictable battle.
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The match begins at 7:30 PM IST.