Yes, we’ve got a big clash coming up for Match 26 of the IPL! On Friday evening, the Lucknow SuperGiants, currently riding high on winning ways, take on the struggling Delhi Capitals at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.

 The Super Giants are on fire, having bagged three wins in a row, while the Capitals are at the bottom of the table with just one victory. So, guess who most experts are predicting to win this one? You will get the answer only after reading the complete article. But hey, in cricket, anything can happen, right?

 While Lucknow seems unstoppable, there’s always room for improvement. They’ll be looking to tighten their game even further against Delhi. On the other hand, the Capitals are trying to turn things around after a rough start to the season. They showed some fight in their last match, but can they overcome Lucknow’s winning momentum? Let’s dive into this exciting match-up and see who comes out on top!

 LSG vs DC IPL 2024 Latest News

After their last match, Lucknow’s captain, KL Rahul, mentioned their batting needs to be strong because their bowlers are a bit new. So, we likely won’t see any changes to the batters. If none of the bowlers get injured, they’ll probably stick with the same lineup too. They did try out a new spinner, Manimaran Siddharth, in the last game, but they might want to use Marcus Stoinis’ bowling skills for this match, so someone else might sit out.

 As for Delhi Capitals, they have a new fast bowler, Lizaad Williams, who just joined their team. Khaleel Ahmed did a great job keeping the runs in check last time, so he’ll probably get another chance to bowl. If any of their overseas players struggle, they might bring in Jake Fraser-McGurk as an extra batsman.

 Basically, both teams are making small changes here and there, but will it be enough to change their fortunes? Let’s wait and watch this exciting clash unfold!

 LSG vs DC 26th IPL Match Toss Prediction

The Lucknow stadium seems to be a lucky charm for teams who bat first! In the last five IPL matches played here, whoever won the toss chose to bat and went on to win. This stat might put some pressure on KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant, the captains of Lucknow SuperGiants (LSG) and Delhi Capitals (DC) respectively. Do you think they’ll follow the trend if they win the toss on Friday night?

 LSG vs DC 26th Match, IPL 2024 Pitch Conditions and Weather Report

It seems that the batting might struggle to set the ground on fire in Lucknow on Friday. Various experts believe that the ball will be slightly slower, which will make it difficult for batters to hit boundaries with ease. Therefore, the batsmen who come out to bat first in every inning, the top-order batsmen, have a crucial role to play.

 They should make the most of the first six overs. If they can score during this time, then they will be able to start on the right foot and set a strong foundation for the total score of their team.

 Based on the state of the pitch, a good score for the first team batting (also referred to as the par score) might be 170 runs or even lower. Thus, this will be a dream pitch for the bowlers on both sides.

 The weather gods also happen to be cricket lovers! The forecast for Lucknow on Friday night is for clear skies with no clouds. The whole match will be good weather. Humidity will be at 30%, thus it will be easy for the players and the spectators to stay comfortable. The temperature is forecasted to remain above 28 degrees Celsius all night long so that fans will experience a cool and comfortable evening at the stadium. With beautiful weather and a pitch that can be not easy, this LSG VS DC match is going to be a close one!

 Lucknow SuperGiants vs Delhi Capitals H2H Stats

Interestingly, despite Lucknow Super Giants’ current hot streak, Delhi Capitals actually hold the upper hand in their head-to-head record. In their three previous meetings, Delhi has dominated, winning all encounters. The first time these two teams met was on April 7th, 2022, and their most recent clash took place on April 1st, 2023. Will Lucknow be able to rewrite history and notch their first win against Delhi, or will the Capitals continue their dominance?

 LSG vs DC Recent Performance

Lucknow SuperGiants (LSG) can make use of a fantastic record of wins. They have been victorious in their last 3 matches and, in particular, they defeated Gujarat Titans by 33 runs, Royal Challengers Bangalore by 28 runs, and Punjab Kings by 21 runs. Nevertheless, they were defeated by Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians during the season, thus stopping their series of victories.

 On the flip side, Delhi Capitals (DC) are failing to create a solid foundation. They have however struggled in recent matches with a single win against Chennai Super Kings who they narrowly beat. The teams have lost their recent matches against Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, and Punjab Kings. This sequence of defeats has, consequently, made them settle at the end of the IPL chart.

 Will the winning streak of Lucknow continue, or will the Delhi Capitals show their strength in a match that is of utmost importance to them? The two teams differ so much in form that we get a chance to witness an exciting match!

 LSG vs DC 26th IPL Match Top Performers (Expected)

This match promises to be a battle between two teams with contrasting fortunes. The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are a well-oiled machine, and currently, they stand at third place on the IPL table. But, the Delhi Capitals (DC) are in dire need of a change of their direction after a series of defeats.

 Lucknow is not just a strong opening pair of KL Rahul and Quinton de Kock. Pooran, who is a powerhouse, has hit 311 runs in 10 games, flaunting a strike rate of 160.3 which is something unbelievable. He is accompanied by de Kock, who is an experienced campaigner and has a solid base at the top of the order. Although his average is almost 36, his strike rate exceeding 140 makes it possible for him to put the scoreboard rapidly.

 The Delhi Capitals will be praying their batsmen can get back in the rhythm of the game. The swaggering opener, David Warner, has had a few good innings, accumulating 366 runs in 10 matches. While his average of 36.6 indicates some room for improvement, he is still above the national average. The young talent Prithvi Shaw can make a real difference on his day, but his performances of late have not quite met expectations. Warner and Shaw might be the key men who would set a good stage for the Delhi batting line-up.

 Both teams are well-supported by the bowling line-up, which includes some young talents. It is Lucknow that has discovered a young talent by the name of Yash Thakur who has been exceptional this season with 14 wickets in 8 matches at an economy rate of less than 10. Alongside him, there is also a veteran player named Naveen-ul-Haq, who is a wicket-taking machine.

 Delhi Capitals will be expecting the same kind of economy from Khaleel Ahmed who has conceded less than 9 runs per over in his 10 matches so far. The intimidating pace of Anrich Nortje is a problem to any batsman, and his 9 wickets in 6 matches prove that he is a wicket-taker.

 With a potent batting lineup and a hungry bowling attack on both sides, this match promises to be a high-scoring thriller. Who will emerge victorious? The answer will be revealed under the Friday night lights in Lucknow!

 Lucknow vs Delhi Today Match Prediction — Who Will Win Today’s IPL Match?

The stage is set for a cracking contest between Lucknow SuperGiants (LSG) and Delhi Capitals (DC) this Friday night! Lucknow has been on fire this season, currently sitting pretty at the top of the table. Delhi, on the other hand, finds themselves stuck at the bottom.

 While Lucknow also has a winning streak and an unbeaten record against Delhi in their past encounters, the Capitals do pack a punch with their batting firepower. The question remains, can their bowling find some much-needed consistency to pull off a surprise victory?

 Looking at the odds, the bookies are heavily favoring the home team, Lucknow, and we also predict LSG to win this match.