LSG vs DC Live Score IPL 2026, Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals Match Scorecard: Lucknow Super Giants were bowled out for 141 in 18.4 overs after a stop-start innings. Mitchell Marsh top-scored with 35, while Abdul Samad added a quick 36, but regular wickets prevented any big partnerships. T Natarajan starred with three wickets, supported by Kuldeep Yadav and Lungi Ngidi, as LSG collapsed late to finish with a below-par total. Stay tuned for LSG vs DC live score, LSG vs DC live match updates, key moments, and real-time coverage from this blockbuster LSG vs DC encounter here on NewsX.
Delhi Capitals continued to rebuild after early losses. In the 11th over, Rizvi and Stubbs rotated strike well, taking 6 runs off Nortje to reach 83 for 4. Mohsin Khan bowled the 12th over economically, giving away 4 runs as the pair kept the scoreboard ticking. In the 13th, Prince Yadav leaked 6 runs, with Rizvi and Stubbs finding gaps and running hard, taking DC to 93 for 4.
Delhi Capitals struggled early, losing four wickets in the powerplay. Mohsin Khan and Shami kept them under pressure, but Tristan Stubbs and Sameer Rizvi steadied the innings with singles and doubles. Nortje and Shahbaz Ahmed leaked a few runs, allowing the pair to rotate strike and build a 50-run partnership. By the end of 11 overs, DC were 83 for 4, still under pressure but gradually recovering.
Prince Yadav conceded 7 runs in the 2nd over as the score moved to 13/1. Mohammed Shami kept things tight despite a six from Nitish Rana, taking the score to 20/1 after 3 overs. Mohsin Khan then struck in a superb over, dismissing Rana and conceding just 3 runs as the score slipped to 23/2 after 4 overs, putting the batting side under early pressure.
Mohammed Shami struck immediately as the score read 6/1 after 1 over. He removed KL Rahul for a duck on the first ball, giving an early breakthrough. Nitish Rana managed a boundary but otherwise struggled, while a couple of wides helped the total reach 6.
KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka open the innings, Mohammed Shami has the new ball for LSG!
Lungi Ngidi wrapped things up quickly as the innings ended at 141 all out in 18.4 overs. He struck twice in quick succession, dismissing Anrich Nortje and Mohsin Khan off consecutive deliveries. Shahbaz Ahmed remained unbeaten, but the batting side collapsed at the end.
T Natarajan delivered a decisive over, picking up two crucial wickets as the score slipped to 140/8 after 18 overs. He removed the well-set Abdul Samad and later dismissed Mohammed Shami, finishing with a three-wicket haul. Shahbaz Ahmed remained unbeaten, but the batting side was left in deep trouble.
Lungi Ngidi delivered a controlled over as the score moved to 135/6 after 17 overs. Shahbaz Ahmed found a boundary with a crisp cut shot, while Abdul Samad rotated strike. Ngidi mixed his slower balls well, conceding 8 runs.
Kuldeep Yadav signed off with a quiet over as the score moved to 127/6 after 16 overs. Abdul Samad and Shahbaz Ahmed rotated strike throughout, collecting six singles and keeping the scoreboard ticking without taking risks.
T Natarajan kept things steady in the 13th as the score reached 105/5. The 14th over saw Kuldeep Yadav strike again, removing Mukul Choudhary and restricting the side to just 3 runs, pushing the score to 108/6. However, the 15th over swung momentum back as Abdul Samad counterattacked with a six and a four off Natarajan, taking the total to 121/6 after 15 overs, with Shahbaz Ahmed supporting with singles.
Axar Patel kept it tight in the 11th as the score moved to 84/5, conceding just 4 runs. The 12th over from Vipraj Nigam released some pressure, with Abdul Samad finding boundaries to push the score to 96/5. T Natarajan followed up with a controlled over, giving away 9 runs as the score reached 105/5 after 13 overs. Mukul Choudhary and Samad rotated strike well, with the latter adding a boundary to keep the innings moving.
Kuldeep Yadav started well but things quickly turned dramatic. After 57/3 in 8 overs, Lungi Ngidi struck in the 9th, removing Nicholas Pooran as the score became 65/4 in 9 overs. The 10th over was eventful—Mitchell Marsh smashed a six but fell soon after to Kuldeep, leaving the team at 80/5 after 10 overs. Mukul Choudhary added quick boundaries late in the over, but the batting side slipped into trouble with wickets falling regularly.
T Natarajan struck in a superb over, conceding just 2 runs as the score moved to 50/3 after 7 overs. He dismissed Ayush Badoni cheaply, caught behind by KL Rahul. Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran struggled to score freely in a tight over.
Lucknow Super Giants slipped to 48/2 after 6 overs, adding 11 runs in the over. Axar Patel struck a key blow by dismissing Aiden Markram (11), while Mitchell Marsh kept the scoring going with a boundary and a six.
Mukesh Kumar went for runs in his third over as the score jumped to 37/1 after 5 overs. Mitchell Marsh led the charge with a six straight down the ground and a boundary (leg-byes), while a wide added to the extras. Aiden Markram faced a couple of dot balls as Mukesh conceded 12 runs in the over.
Axar Patel kept things tidy in his first over as the score reached 25/1 after 4 overs. Aiden Markram finished the over with a well-timed boundary, while Mitchell Marsh rotated strike. Axar conceded just 6 runs in a controlled spell.
Mukesh Kumar delivered another tight over, conceding just 3 runs as the score moved to 19/1 after 3 overs. The big moment came with a mix-up that led to Rishabh Pant being run out for 7. Mitchell Marsh survived, but Mukesh kept things under control with disciplined bowling.
Lungi Ngidi proved expensive in his first over as the score moved to 16/0 after 2 overs. Mitchell Marsh led the charge with two crisp boundaries through the off-side, while Rishabh Pant added a single at the end. Ngidi conceded 10 runs, with Marsh looking in fluent touch early on.
Mukesh Kumar started tightly with the ball as 6/0 after 1 over. Mitchell Marsh got off strike with a single first ball, while Rishabh Pant scored a classy boundary through the off-side. Apart from that, Mukesh kept things disciplined, conceding just 6 runs and beating Pant a couple of times outside off.
Mitchell Marsh, Rishabh Pant are opening the innings, Mukesh Kumar has the new ball for Delhi Capitals! Let’s play!
Delhi Capitals have won the toss and opted to field first!
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Delhi Capitals could bring in T Natarajan as a like-for-like replacement for Mitchell Starc, while one or both of Dushmantha Chameera and Lungi Ngidi may feature as overseas pacers, depending on team balance. Their middle order looks solid with Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel and David Miller, giving them an edge. Meanwhile, domestic performer Auqib Nabi is in line to make his IPL debut.
If Anrich Nortje replaces Wanindu Hasaranga, LSG may need to bring in an Indian batter as their Impact Sub, with Akshat Raghuwanshi, Mukul Choudhary and Himmat Singh among the options. Head coach Justin Langer also confirmed that Mayank Yadav is fit and ready for the season opener.
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The Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow typically provides a balanced track. While batters can build innings after settling in, the surface tends to aid bowlers early on. Fast bowlers may get some movement with the new ball, and spinners are likely to become more effective as the match progresses. Captains winning the toss could opt to field first, with dew later in the evening potentially making chasing easier. A par score is expected to be around 160–180, depending on the conditions on the day.
Delhi Capitals hold a slight edge over Lucknow Super Giants, leading 4-3 in their seven IPL meetings. While LSG dominated the early contests with three straight wins, DC have since turned the tables, winning the last four in a row. Recent encounters, including those in Lucknow, also reflect this shift, with Delhi enjoying a 2-1 advantage at the Ekana Stadium.
Delhi Capitals, captained by Axar Patel, head into IPL 2026 with a settled squad after finishing fifth last season. Their stability could help them deliver more consistent performances this time.
The batting unit combines experience and youth, with KL Rahul and Karun Nair alongside Tristan Stubbs and Abishek Porel, giving the lineup depth and flexibility.
Mitchell Starc leads the bowling attack with his pace and wicket-taking ability, adding strength to a well-balanced side. With a solid core in place, DC will aim to capitalise on LSG’s weaknesses and push for a playoff spot.
Lucknow Super Giants begin the season under Rishabh Pant, aiming to bounce back after a poor previous campaign. With a refreshed squad, their main strength lies in a powerful batting unit.
Players like Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Josh Inglis, and Nicholas Pooran add depth and firepower, making the lineup capable of scoring quickly and handling pressure.
However, their bowling looks relatively thin, with Mohammed Shami as the key figure. The lack of strong support options could be a concern, putting added responsibility on the unit to step up collectively.
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