Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will host Delhi Capitals (DC) in Match 26 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Friday, April 12. With a defeat and three straight wins, LSG are placed third in the IPL 2024 standings with six points. On the other hand, DC find themselves at the bottom of the points table with two points. Out of the five games that they've played, DC have only won one game and lost four. With that in mind, let's look at the predicted XIs of both these sides ahead of an enticing contest.
LSG Predicted XI
Quinton de Kock
Hard-hitting batter Quinton de Kock has had a decent run this season. He has scored 145 runs in four matches, including two fifty-plus scores. De Kock has fared well against Delhi in the past and will be eager to hammer DC's bowlers at home.
KL Rahul (captain and wicketkeeper)
Star Indian batter KL Rahul has struggled to find form in IPL 2024. He has scored 126 runs in four matches and has struck a half-century. Rahul will be keen to produce a quick-fire knock and guide LSG to a brisk start against DC.
Devdutt Padikkal
Devdutt Padikkal hasn't quite fired for LSG this season. The left-handed batter has lost his wicket early in all four matches played so far and he will be hoping to rediscover his old form that saw him score runs in abundance in past IPL seasons.
Marcus Stoinis
Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis will add depth to LSG's middle-order batting while also being a valuable asset to their fast-bowling unit. He has scored 104 runs in four matches, including an important 58 in his last outing.
Nicholas Pooran
Nicholas Pooran has been on song for Lucknow in IPL 2024. With 178 runs in four matches, Pooran is LSG's top scorer this season and boasts a remarkable average of 178 and a strike rate of 169.52.
Ayush Badoni
Ayush Badoni has had an underwhelming start to his IPL 2024 campaign. He hasn't been among the runs, scoring only 29 runs in four games and Badoni will need to start delivering soon if he would like to keep his place in the playing XI.
Krunal Pandya
Known for his left-arm spin and aggressive batting, Krunal Pandya brings balance to LSG's lineup. He has scored 48 runs, taken three wickets and is yet to be dismissed in four innings in IPL 2024.
Ravi Bishnoi
Ravi Bishnoi adds a dynamic spin-bowling option to the LSG squad. So far, he has taken two wickets in four matches at an economy of 8.66. Against DC, Bishnoi's spin variations have earned him six wickets in the past and he will be looking to add to that tally come Friday.
Mohsin Khan
Mohsin Khan is likely to fill the boots of the injured Mayank Yadav in LSG's upcoming game against DC. So far, Mohsin has picked up three wickets in two matches and he will be hoping to continue being among the wickets against DC.
Naveen-ul-Haq
Afghanistan speedster Naveen-ul-Haq will most likely open the bowling for Lucknow against DC. Known for his ability to swing the ball at good pace, Naveen's variety with the ball has seen him claim five wickets in four matches so far.
Yash Thakur
Yash Thakur has had a good run in IPL 2024 so far. He has clinched six wickets in four matches, including a Player of the Match worthy 5/30 in LSG's win against Gujarat Titans in their last outing.
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Manimaran Siddharth
DC Predicted XI
Prithvi Shaw
Prithvi Shaw is expected to open the innings for Delhi Capitals. Shaw had a slow start to IPL 2024 but he will be entering the upcoming contest on the back of a fiery 40-ball 66 against MI. He will look to continue his form against LSG's bowlers and guide DC to a win.
David Warner
Australian opener David Warner has had an underwhelming start to IPL 2024 by his standards. The two-time Orange Cap winner has scored 158 runs in five matches and can be expected to produce a big knock sooner rather than later.
Mitchell Marsh
Warner's compatriot Mitchell Marsh could be a valuable asset in Delhi's playing XI. Marsh's aggressive batting style can help DC score quick runs while his pace can come in handy when it comes to providing crucial breakthroughs.
Tristan Stubbs
Tristan Stubbs will enter the upcoming match on the back of a scintillating 25-ball 71* against MI. Although his heroics went in vain, his innings was laced with three boundaries as well as seven maximums and he will be brimming with confidence ahead of the clash against LSG.
Rishabh Pant (captain and wicketkeeper)
Rishab Pant has shown that he's returning to his best with his batting exploits in IPL 2024. The DC skipper has scored 153 runs in five matches, including two fifty-plus scores at an impressive strike rate of 154.54. Pant will aim to build on his performances so far against LSG.
Abishek Porel
Abishek Porel could be a key inclusion to the Capitals' playing XI. He has scored 91 runs in five matches and the youngster will want to showcase his hitting ability in the upcoming match after offering us glimpses of his talent against Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians.
Axar Patel
Axar Patel's inclusion adds a reliable spin-bowling and lower-order batting option to DC's playing XI. He hasn't performed well with the bat this season but Patel has taken four wickets in five matches and will be crucial in containing LSG's batting lineup.
Kuldeep Yadav
Leg-spinner Kuldeep Yadav will lead the spin attack for Delhi Capitals. His ability to turn the ball and bowl unpredictable googlies can help him bamboozle LSG's batting unit. Kuldeep has taken three wickets in two matches and will be hoping to make a big impact against LSG.
Anrich Nortje
Anrich Nortje's inclusion adds a potent pace-bowling option to the DC lineup. Nortje, known for his express pace and ability to generate bounce, makes for a big threat to opposition attackers. He has taken six wickets in four IPL 2024 games.
Mukesh Kumar
Mukesh Kumar will be a key member in DC's fast-bowling outfit. The Indian speedster has struck four times in two matches with an average of 17.50 this season and with the T20 WC 2024 just around the corner, Mukesh will be raring to produce top performances with the hope of making the Indian squad.
Khaleel Ahmed
Khaleel Ahmed will most likely bowl the opening spell for the Capitals in the upcoming game. With seven wickets in five games, Khaleel is Delhi's top wicket-taker this season and needless to say, he'll have a big role to play with the ball in the powerplay and in the death overs.
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Kumar Kushagra