Key Highlights:
LSG vs DC: Delhi Capitals Outclass Lucknow Super Giants by 8 Wickets in IPL 2025 Match 40
Lucknow, April 22 (Hindustan Herald):
Delhi Capitals (DC) delivered a clinical all-round performance to defeat Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by 8 wickets in Match 40 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium.
Chasing a modest target of 160, DC reached the mark in 17.5 overs, with KL Rahul (57) and Abishek Porel (51)* steering the chase and securing two crucial points.
Porel-Rahul Partnership Sets the Tone
- Abishek Porel scored a classy 51 off 36 balls (5 fours, 1 six), anchoring the top order
- KL Rahul remained unbeaten on 57 off 42 balls, accelerating smartly after the halfway mark
- The second-wicket partnership of 69 runs between the two ensured DC stayed ahead of the required rate
- Axar Patel finished things off with a quick 34 off 20*, showcasing DC’s finishing depth
Fall of Wickets – DC Innings
- Karun Nair – 15 (b Markram, 3.4 ov, 36/1)
- Abishek Porel – 51 (c Miller b Markram, 11.5 ov, 105/2)
Despite losing Karun Nair and Porel to Aiden Markram, DC remained in full control with Rahul and Axar’s composed batting in the back end.
LSG’s Bowling Struggles Continue
- Aiden Markram was the only successful bowler, picking 2/30 in 3 overs
- LSG’s frontline attack lacked bite, with Shardul Thakur (2-0-28-0) and Ravi Bishnoi (3-0-36-0) proving expensive
- Digvesh Rathi was economical with 4-0-24-0, but couldn’t break through DC’s solid partnerships
First Innings Recap – LSG Post 159/6
Earlier, LSG were restricted to 159/6 after a flying start. Aiden Markram (52 off 33) provided the platform, but Mukesh Kumar’s 4-wicket haul derailed their innings:
- Wickets for DC: Mukesh Kumar (4/33), Starc (1/25), Chameera (1/25)
- LSG collapsed from 87/1 to 159/6 in a span of 10 overs
Points Table Impact
With this win:
- Delhi Capitals move closer to the top 4, now sitting with 12 points
- Lucknow Super Giants suffer their third loss in five games and will need to regroup quickly
Key Performances – Match 40
| Player | Contribution |
|---|---|
| Abishek Porel | 51 (36) |
| KL Rahul | 57* (42) |
| Axar Patel | 34* (20) |
| Aiden Markram | 2/30 (3 overs) + 52 (bat) |
| Mukesh Kumar | 4/33 (4 overs) |
What’s Next for the Teams
- DC will face their next opponent with high confidence and a nearly settled XI
- LSG must urgently address their middle-overs bowling and finishing issues
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