The 4th match of TATA IPL 2025 brings us a thrilling clash between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Delhi Capitals (DC) at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam. Both teams begin their IPL 2025 campaign in this high-stakes encounter.
- DC will be led by Axar Patel, who takes over the reins after Rishabh Pant.
- LSG will see Rishabh Pant captaining, switching sides this season after leading Delhi previously.
With both sides showcasing fresh squads, strong batting depth, and spin-heavy attacks, fans can expect a tightly contested match under the Vizag lights.
Read Also:- DC vs LSG Dream11 Prediction
Head-to-Head Record: LSG vs DC
| Teams | Matches Played | DC Wins | LSG Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC vs LSG | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Weather & Pitch Report – ACA-VDCA Stadium, Vizag
- Weather: Clear skies, temperature around 28°C, humidity ~65%.
- Pitch Report: A batting-friendly track with good bounce and pace. Spinners may come into play during the middle overs.
- Average 1st Innings Score: 154
- Toss Insight: Chasing teams have had mixed success, but recent trends show batting first has brought better results.
Fantasy Cricket Tips – Top Dream11 Picks
Top Picks
| Player | Team | Role | Key Stats/Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Fraser-McGurk | DC | Opener | Explosive hitter, fearless starter |
| Nicholas Pooran | LSG | Wicket-keeper | 220 runs in last 5 matches |
| Axar Patel | DC | All-Rounder | Consistent with bat & ball, new DC captain |
| Mitchell Marsh | LSG | All-Rounder | Experienced T20 player |
| Kuldeep Yadav | DC | Spinner | In form, wicket-taking threat |
| Ravi Bishnoi | LSG | Spinner | Economical & effective in middle overs |
Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
| League Type | Captain | Vice-Captain |
|---|---|---|
| Small League (SL) | Axar Patel | Nicholas Pooran |
| Grand League (GL) | Jake Fraser-McGurk | Mitchell Marsh |
| Head-to-Head (H2H) | Rishabh Pant | KL Rahul |
Predicted Playing XIs
Delhi Capitals (DC)
- Faf du Plessis
- Jake Fraser-McGurk
- KL Rahul
- Abishek Porel (WK)
- Tristan Stubbs
- Axar Patel (C)
- Mitchell Starc
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Mohit Sharma
- Mukesh Kumar
- T Natarajan
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
- Rishabh Pant (C & WK)
- Nicholas Pooran
- Mitchell Marsh
- David Miller
- Aiden Markram
- Ayush Badoni
- Abdul Samad
- Shahbaz Ahmed
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Akash Singh
- Shardul Thakur
Players to Avoid in Dream11 Today
| Player | Reason |
|---|---|
| Sameer Rizvi | Low match involvement |
| Abdul Samad | Batting lower down, limited fantasy scope |
See Also:- DC vs LSG Head to Head
DC vs LSG Dream11 Team Suggestions
Dream11 Team 1 (Small League)
Wicketkeepers: Nicholas Pooran (VC), Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul
Batters: Jake Fraser-McGurk (C), Mitchell Marsh, Faf du Plessis
All-Rounders: Axar Patel
Bowlers: Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi
Dream11 Team 2 (Grand League)
Wicketkeepers: Nicholas Pooran (C), KL Rahul, Abishek Porel
Batters: Jake Fraser-McGurk (VC), Tristan Stubbs, David Miller
All-Rounders: Axar Patel, Aiden Markram
Bowlers: Kuldeep Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi, Mohit Sharma
Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s IPL Match?
Based on team balance and depth, Delhi Capitals seem to have a more settled bowling attack with Kuldeep, Starc, and Axar forming a deadly combination. However, Lucknow’s strong batting order led by Pooran and Pant could turn the game around.
Prediction: Delhi Capitals to win, but expect a close contest!
Final Tips
- Stack your team with top-order batters.
- Pick at least one leg-spinner from each side.
- Try Axar Patel or Jake Fraser-McGurk as differential captain in GL.
Disclaimer: This Dream11 prediction is based on expert insights, player form, and pitch data. Please make your final team based on toss updates and player availability.
