Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants will square off in Match 4 of the IPL 2025 season on Monday, March 24, at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. Both sides are eager to kick off their campaigns with a victory, having narrowly missed out on the playoffs last year due to net run rate.
Under the leadership of new skipper Axar Patel, Delhi has reinforced its squad with KL Rahul taking on wicketkeeping duties. The Capitals boast a formidable top order featuring vice-captain Faf du Plessis, explosive youngster Jake Fraser-McGurk, and Rahul himself. Their bowling attack, spearheaded by Mitchell Starc, Mohit Sharma, T Natarajan, and Kuldeep Yadav, adds further strength as they look to capitalize on their early fixtures in Visakhapatnam.
Meanwhile, Lucknow have entrusted Rishabh Pant with the captaincy after securing him for a record $3.1 million. Their batting unit is packed with firepower, including Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, and David Miller. However, injuries to key pacers Mayank Yadav, Mohsin Khan, and Avesh Khan could pose a challenge for their bowling lineup. The franchise has roped in Shardul Thakur as Mohsin’s replacement, with the all-rounder expected to play a key role in the middle and death overs.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channels, streaming details, and more.
DC vs LSG: Date and Start Time
The high-voltage IPL battle between the Delhi Capitals and the Lucknow Super Giants will take place on Monday, March 24, 2025, at 10:00 am ET or 7:00 am PT, at Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India.
Date | Monday, March 24, 2025 |
Time | 10:00 am ET or 7:00 am PT |
Venue | Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium |
Location | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India |
How to watch DC vs LSG online - TV Channels and Live Streams
Fans in the USA can watch the IPL match between DC and LSG online through Willow TV.
Willow TV is available through several cable providers, including Dish, Spectrum, Xfinity, and Verizon Fios, among others.
For those without a cable subscription, streaming options are also on the table. Willow TV can be accessed via OTT platforms such as Sling TV and Fubo. Viewers can subscribe to Willow TV as a standalone service starting at $10 per month or bundle it with an existing Sling plan.
Fubo is another solid choice for catching the Indian Premier League in the U.S., offering Willow TV through its Zee Family add-on. This package costs $11.99 per month, with Fubo's base plans beginning at $84.99 monthly.
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DC vs LSG Team News, Probable Playing XI and Key Players
Delhi Capitals Team News
Delhi Capitals are yet to name a replacement for Harry Brook, while uncertainty looms over KL Rahul's availability due to personal reasons. If he features, the experienced batter is expected to slot in at No. 4 against his former franchise.
In his potential absence, Delhi's top order is likely to see Jake Fraser-McGurk and Faf du Plessis opening, with Abhishek Porel at No. 3. Mohit Sharma is tipped to be the team’s impact player with the ball, while Sameer Rizvi could be rotated in or out depending on the situation.
The Capitals appear well-equipped in the bowling department. Mitchell Starc, a high-profile addition from KKR, will lead the pace attack despite a mixed run in the first half of last season. Skipper Axar Patel lends balance to the XI at No. 6.
DC Probable Playing XI Against LSG
Jake Fraser-McGurk, Faf du Plessis, Abishek Porel (wk), KL Rahul, Axar Patel (c), Tristan Stubbs, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, Mohit Sharma, T Natarajan.
Impact Players: Ashutosh Sharma
Lucknow Super Giants Team News
Lucknow Super Giants, meanwhile, are placing heavy expectations on Rishabh Pant, their record auction signing, and Nicholas Pooran to carry the batting load. Beyond them, the lineup lacks proven firepower. Mitchell Marsh is set to play as a specialist batter, while 23-year-old Yuvraj Choudhary makes the jump from domestic cricket’s Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
The Super Giants' bowling unit faces significant setbacks, with injuries ruling out Mayank Yadav, Avesh Khan, and Akash Deep. The franchise has brought in Shardul Thakur as cover, but their attack appears depleted.
LSG Probable Playing XI Against DC
Arshin Kulkarni, Mitchell Marsh, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Ravi Bishnoi, Shamar Joseph
Impact Players: Akash Deep
DC vs LSG Head-to-Head Records
Since Lucknow's IPL debut in 2022, the two teams have faced off five times, with LSG holding a narrow 3-2 lead. However, Delhi had the upper hand in IPL 2024, winning both encounters—one by 19 runs and the other by six wickets.
DC vs LSG pitch conditions and weather report
The Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam, hosting Delhi’s first two fixtures, is renowned for being batting-friendly. The surface allows stroke-makers to dominate, though pacers can generate early movement, and spinners tend to come into play later. The average first-innings total hovers around 170, hinting at a potential high-scoring affair. While the forecast suggests favorable conditions, a brief spell of rain is expected during the day.
While rain is on the radar for Tuesday, March 25, in Vizag, Monday's forecast looks promising. Some cloud cover is expected early in the day, but conditions should improve as the match progresses, ensuring a largely clear evening for the game.