Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants, IPL 2025 LIVE Updates: Nicholas Pooran put on a breathtaking display of power-hitting, smashing 28 runs in a single over, as Rishabh Pant watched from the other end.
LSG have dominated so far, reaching 161/2 in 13 overs. Opener Mitchell Marsh provided a strong start, scoring a 21-ball half-century before being dismissed for 72.
Match Overview
Delhi Capitals (DC) won the toss and opted to bowl first against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their IPL 2025 opener in Visakhapatnam. DC’s debutant Vipraj Nigam claimed an early wicket but was later taken apart, conceding 25 runs in his next over.
This match marks a new era for both teams, as they step onto the field with new captains. Axar Patel leads Delhi Capitals, while Rishabh Pant, DC’s former skipper, now captains Lucknow after being acquired for a record-breaking Rs 27 crore in the IPL mega auction. Pant admitted to feeling emotional, having spent nine years with DC before his move.
Key Absentees
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KL Rahul is absent from this match, having been granted special permission to miss the game following the birth of his child.
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LSG are also without their four frontline Indian pacers, whose combined auction price was Rs 34.75 crore.
Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants, IPL 2025 – Live Updates from Visakhapatnam
The IPL 2025 season has kicked off with a high-octane clash between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. Both teams, under new leadership, are looking to start their campaign on a winning note.
Nicholas Pooran’s Explosive Knock Stuns DC
LSG’s Nicholas Pooran has set the stadium ablaze with an incredible power-hitting display, hammering 28 runs in a single over. The left-hander launched a brutal assault, smashing four consecutive sixes followed by a boundary, leaving DC bowlers struggling for answers.
At the other end, Rishabh Pant, LSG’s new captain and DC’s former leader, is anchoring the innings. The team has powered its way to 161/2 in 13 overs, putting DC under immense pressure.
Mitchell Marsh’s Blistering Start
Before Pooran’s fireworks, Mitchell Marsh provided LSG with a flying start. The Australian all-rounder smashed a 21-ball fifty and eventually departed for 72 runs, setting a strong platform for his team.
Delhi Capitals’ Struggles with the Ball
Delhi Capitals, after electing to bowl first, found early success with debutant Vipraj Nigam picking up his maiden IPL wicket. However, the youngster endured a tough outing in his next over, conceding 25 runs, as LSG’s batters took control.
New Captains, New Challenges
This game marks a new chapter for both franchises:
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Axar Patel leads Delhi Capitals, taking over the captaincy in a bold move by the management.
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Rishabh Pant is captaining Lucknow Super Giants, having been acquired for a record-breaking Rs 27 crore in the IPL mega auction. Pant admitted he was emotional about facing DC after spending nine years with the franchise.
Key Absentees Impacting Team Combinations
Both teams are missing key players for their IPL 2025 opener:
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KL Rahul is absent for LSG, as he was granted special leave following the birth of his child.
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LSG’s bowling attack is depleted, with their four premier Indian pacers—purchased for a combined Rs 34.75 crore—all unavailable for selection.
With LSG in a commanding position, can DC stage a comeback in the second half of the innings? Stay tuned for more live updates straight from Visakhapatnam.
