The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) vs Delhi Capitals (DC) rivalry in the IPL 2025 season has been one of the most thrilling contests, with both teams battling for playoff spots. This blog dives deep into their standings, head-to-head record, key performances, and future predictions to give you a comprehensive analysis.
IPL 2025 Points Table: Where Do LSG & DC Stand?
As of May 2025, here’s how both teams are positioned in the IPL 2025 points table:
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | NRR | Points |
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| Punjab Kings | 14 | 9 | 4 | +0.372 | 19 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 14 | 9 | 4 | +0.301 | 19 |
| Gujarat Titans | 14 | 9 | 5 | +0.254 | 18 |
| Mumbai Indians | 14 | 8 | 6 | +1.142 | 16 |
| Delhi Capitals | 14 | 7 | 6 | +0.011 | 15 |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 14 | 6 | 8 | -0.376 | 12 |
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Delhi Capitals (DC) are 5th, fighting for a playoff spot.
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Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are 7th, struggling with consistency.
Head-to-Head Record: LSG vs DC
The rivalry between LSG and DC has been intense, with both teams having their moments. Here’s their head-to-head record in IPL history:
| Matches | LSG Wins | DC Wins | No Result |
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| 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
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First 3 matches:Â LSG dominated, winning all.
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Last 3 matches:Â DC made a comeback, winning all.
Key Matches in IPL 2025
1. Match 4: DC vs LSG (March 24, 2025) – DC Won by 1 Wicket
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LSG:Â 209/8 (Pooran 75 off 30, Marsh 72 off 36)
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DC:Â 211/9 (Ashutosh Sharma 66*, Vipraj Nigam 39 off 15)
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Turning Point: Ashutosh Sharma’s explosive finish sealed a thriller for DC.
2. Match 40: LSG vs DC (April 22, 2025) – DC Won by 8 Wickets
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LSG:Â 159/6 (Markram 52, Mukesh Kumar 4/33)
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DC:Â 161/2 (KL Rahul 57*, Porel 51)
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Key Performer: Mukesh Kumar’s 4-wicket haul restricted LSG.
Why Did DC Dominate LSG in 2025?
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Strong Middle Order: Players like Ashutosh Sharma & KL Rahul stepped up.
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Bowling Depth:Â Mukesh Kumar & Axar Patel controlled the game.
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LSG’s Inconsistency: Poor death bowling and batting collapses hurt them.
Future Predictions: Can LSG Bounce Back?
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DC’s Playoff Chances: If they win remaining matches, they can qualify.
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LSG’s Struggles: Need better bowling at death and consistent batting.
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IPL Official Website (For official stats & updates)
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ESPNcricinfo LSG vs DC Stats (For detailed match analysis)
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Cricbuzz Live Scores (For real-time updates)
Conclusion
The LSG vs DC rivalry in IPL 2025 has been thrilling, with DC making a strong comeback. While LSG struggles with consistency, DC’s balanced squad gives them an edge. Who will dominate in the next clash? Stay tuned!
