The 4th match of IPL 2025 between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at Visakhapatnam promised an exciting clash, and it did not disappoint. With both teams looking to start their campaign on a high, fans witnessed a gripping contest filled with brilliant performances.

Match Overview

Venue: ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam

Toss: Lucknow Super Giants won the toss and elected to bowl first

DC’s Innings: A Strong Start with Middle-Order Stumble

Delhi Capitals got off to a flying start with their openers David Warner and Prithvi Shaw taking on the LSG bowlers aggressively. Warner, in particular, looked in sublime touch, smashing boundaries with ease. The duo put up a 75-run partnership before Shaw fell to Ravi Bishnoi for a well-made 32.

Captain Rishabh Pant, returning to competitive cricket after a long injury layoff, walked in next and played a fiery cameo of 28 off 15 balls, including two sixes. However, LSG fought back with quick wickets, with Naveen-ul-Haq and Krunal Pandya striking at crucial moments.

A late flourish from Tristan Stubbs (22 off 10)* helped DC post a competitive 178/7 in their 20 overs.

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LSG’s Chase: A Rollercoaster Ride

In response, LSG started cautiously with KL Rahul and Quinton de Kock at the crease. However, Khaleel Ahmed struck early, dismissing de Kock for just 12. Devdutt Padikkal joined Rahul, and the pair steadied the innings with a 50-run partnership.

Just when LSG seemed to be gaining control, Axar Patel removed Padikkal (31) and Rahul (42) in quick succession, turning the game in DC’s favor. Marcus Stoinis tried to counterattack with a quickfire 25 off 14, but Mukesh Kumar’s tight bowling in the death overs kept LSG in check.

With 19 needed off the last over, Nicholas Pooran unleashed a couple of big hits, but it wasn’t enough as LSG fell short by 8 runs, finishing at 170/8.

Key Performances

David Warner (DC): 48 off 30 balls

Axar Patel (DC): 2/24 in 4 overs

KL Rahul (LSG): 42 off 34 balls

Naveen-ul-Haq (LSG): 2/32 in 4 overs

Player of the Match

Axar Patel was awarded Player of the Match for his crucial two-wicket haul and economical bowling that shifted momentum in DC’s favor.

Conclusion

This match was a perfect example of T20 cricket’s unpredictability, with momentum swinging multiple times. Delhi Capitals held their nerve in the crunch moments, while LSG will rue missed opportunities. DC starts their campaign with a win, while LSG will look to bounce back in their next fixture.