Lucknow Super Giants host Delhi Capitals in the 5th match of IPL 2026 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow on April 1, 2026. DC lead the head-to-head 4-3 across 7 IPL meetings between these two franchises.
This match is loaded with subplots. Rishabh Pant, IPL’s most expensive player at ₹27 crore, captains LSG against his former team Delhi. Meanwhile, KL Rahul, the former LSG captain, returns to the Ekana Stadium in DC colours after a successful debut season with Delhi.
With Mitchell Starc unavailable for DC due to injury and LSG boasting Mohammed Shami and Mayank Yadav’s 150+ kmph pace, the hosts hold a clear bowling edge in this season opener for both sides.
LSG vs DC 5th Match Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals, 5th Match |
| Date | 01 April 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| Series | Indian Premier League 2026 (Season 19) |
| Head-to-Head | 7 matches: DC 4 wins, LSG 3 wins |
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Weather Report for LSG vs DC, IPL 2026 Match 5
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 28-34°C during match hours |
| Sky | Clear skies expected throughout the evening |
| Rain Chance | Less than 5% chance of rain; no threat to the match |
| Humidity | Low to moderate; dew likely in the second innings under lights |
| Overall | Hot and dry evening; perfect conditions for a full T20 contest |
Pitch Report for Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Venue | Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| Pitch Type | Traditionally bowler-friendly; offers something for both pace and spin |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 160-170 in IPL T20s at this venue |
| Pace vs Spin | Pacers get seam movement early; spinners grip and turn in middle overs |
| Toss Factor | Dew makes chasing easier; teams prefer bowling first under lights |
| Boundary Size | Larger boundaries compared to Wankhede and Chinnaswamy |
Injury Updates for LSG vs DC, IPL 2026
Lucknow Super Giants: No major injury concerns for the hosts. Mayank Yadav has been confirmed fit by head coach Justin Langer. All key players including Rishabh Pant, Nicholas Pooran, Mitchell Marsh, Mohammed Shami, and Anrich Nortje are available. This is the first time Pant has a fully fit squad at his disposal.
Delhi Capitals: Mitchell Starc is currently recovering from injury and will not be available for this match. This is a significant blow to DC’s pace attack. However, Lungi Ngidi and T Natarajan are fit to fill the void. The rest of the squad, including KL Rahul, Axar Patel, and Kuldeep Yadav, are all available.
LSG vs DC Head-to-Head Record in IPL
| Category | Lucknow Super Giants | Delhi Capitals |
|---|---|---|
| Total Matches Won | 3 | 4 |
| Highest Team Total | 209/8 (2025) | 211/9 (2025) |
| Lowest Team Total | 143/9 (2023) | 149/3 (2022) |
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Key Players to Watch in LSG vs DC, IPL 2026
| Player | Team | Why to Watch |
|---|---|---|
| Rishabh Pant | LSG | Facing his former team as the most expensive player in IPL history (₹27 crore). |
| KL Rahul | DC | The former LSG captain returns to the Ekana Stadium in DC colours after a successful debut season with them. |
| Axar Patel | DC | Now leading DC, his spin will be vital on the traditionally bowler-friendly Lucknow pitch. |
| Mayank Yadav | LSG | Head coach Justin Langer confirmed his fitness; he is expected to spearhead the attack with 150+ kmph pace. |
| Nicholas Pooran | LSG | The leading six-hitter from the previous season, providing explosive power at No. 4. |
| Kuldeep Yadav | DC | A match-winner who historically performs well on this surface and has a good record against Pant. |
| Aiden Markram | LSG | In excellent form following the T20 World Cup, he is a key pillar of LSG’s top-heavy lineup. |
