Dream11 Prediction LSG vs DC Best Fantasy Picks Today
Match 40 in IPL 2025 features Lucknow Super Giants taking on Delhi Capitals. Find the best Dream11 team, captain and vice-captain options here.

Key Highlights:
Dream11 Prediction LSG vs DC IPL 2025 Match 40
The IPL 2025 caravan moves to Lucknow where the Lucknow Super Giants will face Delhi Capitals in a top half-of-the-table clash. Both teams are tied on ten points and are desperate to gain a playoff edge. For fantasy players on Dream11 this is a crucial opportunity to maximize points with several in-form stars in action.
LSG vs DC Recent Form and Key Fantasy Insights
Team | Points | Last 5 Matches | Fantasy Momentum |
---|---|---|---|
LSG | 10 | W W L L W | Pooran and Thakur firing |
DC | 10 | W L W L L | Kuldeep remains consistent |
- LSG hold a slight form edge
- DC are second in the table due to superior net run rate
Suggested Dream11 Fantasy XI
Wicketkeepers
- Nicholas Pooran LSG
- Tristan Stubbs DC
Batters
- David Warner DC
- Devdutt Padikkal LSG
- Shai Hope DC
All Rounders
- Mitchell Marsh DC
- Marcus Stoinis LSG
Bowlers
- Kuldeep Yadav DC
- Ravi Bishnoi LSG
- Shardul Thakur LSG
- Anrich Nortje DC
Top Captain and Vice Captain Picks
Role | Player | Reason |
---|---|---|
Captain | Nicholas Pooran | Consistent run scorer and clean striker |
Vice Captain | Kuldeep Yadav | Match winner with the ball and wicket-taking threat |
Other good options: Mitchell Marsh, Marcus Stoinis
Player Form Tracker IPL 2025
Player | Matches | Runs | Wickets | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
Nicholas Pooran | 8 | 368 | – | Leading six hitter this season |
Mitchell Marsh | 7 | 299 | 5 | Handy in both innings |
Kuldeep Yadav | 7 | – | 12 | Top economical spinner |
Shardul Thakur | 8 | – | 12 | Effective in powerplay and death |
Fantasy Matchups to Watch
- Pooran vs Kuldeep will be crucial with spin expected to dominate in Lucknow
- Marsh vs Bishnoi could be decisive if DC bats second
- Nortje and Thakur are both strong death-over options for fantasy clean-ups
Venue and Pitch Preview
- Stadium: Ekana Cricket Stadium Lucknow
- Weather: Clear evening slight dew after 8 PM
- Pitch Behavior: Slow surface with low bounce helps spinners especially in second innings
- Par Score: Around 160 to 165
Final Tips for Dream11 Players
- Go spin heavy on a two paced Lucknow pitch
- Include only one or two top order batters as run scoring slows after the powerplay
- Prioritize players who bowl in death overs and bat between overs 10 and 16
What This Means for Fantasy Gamers
Both sides have star power and explosive all rounders. But matchups like Kuldeep vs Pooran and Bishnoi vs Marsh could swing Dream11 points. Fantasy gamers should stay updated till toss for last minute team swaps. Focus on in-form players and avoid picking reputation over recent numbers.
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