LSG VS DC, IPL 2025 Match 40 Highlights: Abishek, Rahul Slam Fifties As Delhi Capitals Thrash LSG By 8 Wickets

LSG vs DC IPL 2025 live score and updates

LSG VS DC IPL 2025 40th Match Highlights: Abishek Porel and KL Rahul struck half centuries and shared a 69-run partnership as Delhi Capitals thrashed Lucknow Super Giants by eight wickets  in the 40th match of the IPL 2025 at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow on Tuesday.

Chasing 160 for victory, Porel scored 51 off 36 balls, while in-form Rahul struck an unbeaten 57 (42 balls) as DC completed the task in 17.5 overs. Skipper Axar Patel made 34 not out off 20 balls. 

Earlier, DC bowlers, especially Mukesh Kumar (4/33) and Mitchell Starc (1/25), restricted LSG to 159/6. LSG opener Aiden Markram scored 52 and Mitchell Marsh too made a quick 45 but DC pacers used clever variations to restrict the host to a below-par total.

Squads For LSG vs DC IPL 2025 Match

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG): Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant(w/c), Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Ravi Bishnoi, Shardul Thakur, Prince Yadav, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Avesh Khan, Himmat Singh, Mayank Yadav, Shahbaz Ahmed, Matthew Breetzke, Shamar Joseph, Manimaran Siddharth, Aryan Juyal, RS Hangargekar, Yuvraj Chaudhary, Akash Maharaj Singh, Akash Deep, Arshin Kulkarn

Delhi Capitals (DC): Karun Nair, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Faf du Plessis, Tristan Stubbs, Abishek Porel, Donovan Ferreira, KL Rahul (WC), Axar Patel (C), Sameer Rizvi, Ashutosh Sharma, Darshan Nalkande, Ajay Jadav Mandal, Vipraj Nigam, Manvanth Kumar L, Tripurana Vijay, Madhav Tiwari, Kuldeep Yadav, Dushmantha Chameera, Mitchell Starc, Mohit Sharma, T Natarajan, Mukesh Kumar 

22 April 2025

23:00 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score, IPL 2025: Delhi Win 

Riding on fantastic fifties from Abishek Porel and KL Rahul, Delhi Capitals thrash Lucknow Super Gaints by 8 wickets in the 40th match of the IPL 2025 at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.

LSG 159/6 (20)

DC 161/2 (17.5 Ov) 

22:54 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score, IPL 2025: Fifty For Rahul

KL Rahul completes a well-deserved fifty in the run chase. In the same over, Rahul completes his 5000 runs in IPL as well, the fastest to achieve that landmark.

Fewest innings to 5000 IPL runs
130 KL Rahul
135 D Warner
157 V Kohli
161 AB de Villiers
168 S Dhawan

22:38 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score, IPL 2025: Last 5 Overs

Delhi Capitals need 33 runs in 30 balls to win the game with KL Rahul and Axar Patel at the crease. LSG need wickets to make a comeback in the game.

DC 127/2 (15 Ov) 

22:24 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score, IPL 2025: Porel Departs

Abishek Porel, who was batting with an aggressive intent, departs after scoring his first fifty of the season. Abishek gets out to Markram, who picks his second wicket of the match. Axar Patel comes to the crease and joins KL Rahul in the run chase. 

DC: 105-2 (12 Ov) 

22:04 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score, IPL 2025: Stat Alert

Most bowlers used in Powerplay in an innings in IPL 2025

6 PBKS vs SRH Hyderabad

5 LSG vs RR Jaipur

5 LSG vs DC Lucknow *

21:59 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score, IPL 2025: End of Powerplay

Despite losing the wicket of Karun Nair, KL Rahul and Abishek Porel have batted at a brisk rate to put Delhi Capitals at a good position at the end of the powerplay. 

DC 54-1 (6 Ov) 

21:38 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score, IPL 2025: Solid Start For Delhi 

Openers Karun Nair and Abishek Porel have given a solid start to the Delhi Capitals with some beautiful shots, scoring 28-0 in first three wickets. LSG desperately needs a wicket.

DC 28-0 (3 Ov) 

21:06 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score: Badoni Lifts LSG To 159

Ayush Badoni nearly stole the show in the final over, smacking Mukesh Kumar for three boundaries with fearless strokeplay over covers and point. His intent was clear: finish strong. But Mukesh had the last laugh knocking over Badoni’s off stump as the batter shuffled across for a big sweep. Then came a bizarre end Rishabh Pant, trying a reverse hit first up, misfired and saw the ball roll back to hit his stumps.

LSG: 159-6 (20)

20:53 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score: LSG Struggling

Chameera returns, but the pressure is easing off for LSG thanks to Ayush Badoni’s timely acceleration. However, LSG is still struggling to finish strong.

LSG: 139/4 (18)

20:45 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score, IPL 2025: Badoni Survives, LSG Rebuilds

Mukesh Kumar continues his excellent spell, but Ayush Badoni finds some luck and then capitalizes. Badoni makes the most of it almost immediately flicks one off his pads with finesse and splits the gap between fine leg and deep square leg for a boundary. LSG looking to finish strong.

LSG: 124/4 (16)

20:36 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score: Double Blow for LSG! Mukesh Removes Samad and Marsh 

LSG in trouble as Mukesh Kumar turns the game on its head with a brilliant over. First, Abdul Samad departs cheaply after a scratchy stay. Looking to punch one back down the ground, he only manages to hand a simple return catch to the bowler. Samad gone for 2 off 8. Then comes the big one Mitchell Marsh, who had anchored the innings, is cleaned up by an absolute peach! Mukesh nails the yorker and rattles Marsh’s stumps. Marsh walks back for a well-made 48.

LSG: 110-4 (14)

20:25 IST

LSG vs DC Live IPL 2025: Starc Strikes, Pooran Departs

Mitchell Starc returns for his third over and delivers a crucial breakthrough for DC. After Marsh picks up a single with a drive through covers, Starc bowls a well-disguised slower bouncer. Nicholas Pooran goes for the pull but ends up dragging it onto his stumps! Pooran walks back for 9 off 5 balls.

LSG: 99-2 (12)

20:17 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score, IPL 2025: Pooran Starts Strong After Markram Falls For 52

After a steady opening stand, Aiden Markram's knock comes to an end in the 10th over. He tried to break the boundary drought but mistimed a lofted shot off Dushmantha Chameera and was caught at deep cover for a well-made 52 off 33 balls. 

Nicholas Pooran arrived with intent in the 11th. Facing Kuldeep Yadav, he swept the first ball for a FOUR and followed it up with another boundary, bringing momentum back to LSG. 

LSG: 98-1 (11)

20:01 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score, IPL 2025: Markram, Marsh Dominate

Lucknow Super Giants’ openers continue their charge. Vipraj Nigam was introduced, but LSG capitalized. Markram pulled a half-tracker for a SIX over deep midwicket, then top-edged another attempted slog falling just short of a diving Starc. Marsh followed up with a boundary through square leg, rounding off a 14 run over.

LSG: 75/0 (8)

19:39 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score, IPL 2025: LSG Off To Steady Start Against DC

Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh opened the innings for LSG, with Axar Patel starting things off for Delhi Capitals. Mitchell Starc took the ball from the other end and was greeted with a SIX by Markram, who pulled a short ball over square leg. A calm and confident start by the Super Giants.

LSG: 12/0 (2)

19:27 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score And Updates, IPL 2025: Impact Substitutes

Lucknow Super Giants Impact Subs: Ayush Badoni, Mayank Yadav, Shahbaz Ahmed, Matthew Breetzke, Himmat Singh

Delhi Capitals Impact Subs: Jake Fraser McGurk, Sameer Rizvi, Donovan Ferreira, Madhav Tiwari, Tripurana Vijay

19:25 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score And Updates, IPL 2025: Playing XIs 

Lucknow Super Giants: Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant(w/c), Abdul Samad, David Miller, Shardul Thakur, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Prince Yadav

Delhi Capitals: Abishek Porel, Karun Nair, KL Rahul(w), Axar Patel(c), Tristan Stubbs, Ashutosh Sharma, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Dushmantha Chameera, Mukesh Kumar

19:09 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score And Updates, IPL 2025: Toss Report

Delhi Capitals win the toss and opt to bowl vs Lucknow Super Giants.

Axar Patel: "Red soil wicket, some dew expected hoping to restrict them."
Chameera replaces Mohit Sharma for DC.

Rishabh Pant: "Pitch improves later, starts slow."
LSG go in unchanged.

19:08 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score, IPL: Markram Cuts Loose

Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh continued their steady start for Lucknow Super Giants. Despite a few boundaries, Delhi has managed to keep things from getting out of hand.

LSG: 40-0 (5)

17:42 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score IPL 2025: DC’s New-Age Finisher

With his 360-degree shot-making and fearless hitting, Tristan Stubbs has become Delhi’s go-to man at the death. He could be the key to counter LSG’s spin-heavy middle overs.

17:38 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score IPL 2025: Ekana has all the ingredients of a classic

From Rahul’s return to Pant’s pressure, from Samad’s late fireworks to Kuldeep vs Pooran – this match promises drama, emotion, and high-quality T20 cricket at its peak.

16:40 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score IPL 2025: Faf du Plessis Could Return For DC

The veteran opener is recovering from injury and has resumed net sessions. His inclusion could stabilize Delhi’s top-order and bring valuable leadership experience back on the field.

16:04 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score IPL 2025: Digvesh Rathi vs Vipraj Nigam

Both Rathi (9 wickets at 26.44) and Nigam (7 wickets at 27) are emerging stars. Their contest could tilt the game, especially if the Lucknow pitch aids turn.

15:06 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score IPL 2025: Nicholas Pooran Smashed DC In Season Opener

Pooran started IPL 2025 with a bang, demolishing Delhi Capitals in their first meeting. His current form makes him a huge threat, but can DC’s spinners keep him quiet this time?

14:29 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score IPL 2025: Zaheer Khan Slammed Ekana Pitch

LSG mentor Zaheer Khan criticized the red-soil pitch after their earlier loss to Punjab Kings at this venue, suggesting the surface didn’t favor LSG’s playing style.

14:04 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score IPL 2025: DC’s Inconsistent Openers 

Delhi have tried four different opening combinations – the most by any side this season. Their average first-wicket stand of 21.28 is the lowest among all teams.

13:22 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score IPL 2025: DC’s Top Seven

Every batter in Delhi’s top seven has a strike rate above 147, making them one of the most dangerous line-ups in IPL 2025. Their collective firepower is unmatched this season.

12:42 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score IPL 2025: Kuldeep Yadav Domination Over Pooran

Kuldeep has dismissed Nicholas Pooran five times in T20s. Pooran, IPL 2025's most explosive batter (SR 205.58), has struggled against the left-arm wrist spinner, scoring just 74 off 70 balls.

12:07 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score IPL 2025: Abdul Samad has been LSG’s x-factor finisher this season

With a strike rate of 222, Abdul Samad has redefined the finisher’s role for LSG. His explosive cameos have sealed games from improbable positions, especially in the death overs.

11:46 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score IPL 2025: Rishabh Pant struggles for form with only 106 runs in IPL 2025

Appointed captain in place of KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant is yet to fire with the bat. His low strike rate and modest returns are under scrutiny as DC push for consistency.

11:27 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score IPL 2025: LSG have won five of their last seven matches

Despite captaincy changes and injury setbacks, Lucknow have found a winning rhythm. Four of those wins were narrow, underlining their nerves in pressure situations.

11:14 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score IPL 2025: Rahul's redemption arc includes a match-winning 93 against RCB

KL Rahul already hurt one former franchise this season with a stunning 93 vs RCB. Can he do it again versus LSG in one of IPL 2025’s most anticipated face-offs?

10:56 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants could define playoff positions

A win for LSG will displace DC at No. 2 in the IPL 2025 points table. With just a few games left, this encounter could shape the playoff race for both franchises.

10:44 IST

LSG vs DC Live Score IPL 2025: KL Rahul returns to face LSG in a high-stakes IPL 2025 clash

After a controversial split with Lucknow Super Giants, KL Rahul faces his former team for the first time, adding emotional intensity to an already crucial top-of-the-table showdown.

10:39 IST

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