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Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals are set to lock horns in the third match of the Indian Premier League season (IPL 2023) at Atal Bihari Vajpayee stadium in Lucknow on Saturday, April 1. Delhi Capitals head into the match as slight favourites at 4/5 (1.80) while Lucknow Super Giants have greater odds of winning this fixture at 19/20 (1.95).
These odds from Ladbrokes were correct at the time of writing.
- Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals, Match 03
- April 1, 2023 – 2 PM GMT
- Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
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Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow hasn’t hosted any matches in the IPL. The venue has hosted six men’s T20 internationals, with the average first innings score of 160. The pitches could be on a drier side and spinners might get some assistance.
The forecast suggests Lucknow should witness clear weather on Saturday evening with no threat of rain. The temperature is likely to be around 20°C.
Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals – Match Predictions
Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals both have pretty solid batting line-ups. But LSG have a better bowling attack on paper compared to DC, who will be missing their frontline pacer. Expect the Super Giants to get off to a winning start.
Prediction 1
Delhi Capitals to hit most sixes
1/1 (2.00)
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Prediction 2
Bishnoi to be Lucknow's Top Bowler
13/4 (4.25)
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Probable 6s
Delhi Capitals’ batting line-up comprises David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Prithvi Shaw and Rovman Powell. LSG have KL Rahul, Nicholas Pooran, Deepak Hooda and Marcus Stoinis. Delhi batters hold a slight edge on the power-hitting front.
Our prediction: Delhi Capitals to hit most sixes in the match at 1/1 (2.00).
Probable Wickets
Ravi Bishnoi is one of the most skillful leg-spinners in the world and could get help off the pitch as well. Back Bishnoi to be Lucknow Super Giants’ top wicket-taker at 13/4 (4.25). Left arm seamer Khaleel Ahmed has taken nine wickets in his last seven games. You can back him to be the top bowler for Delhi Capitals at 13/5 (3.60).
Our prediction: Ravi Bishnoi to be Lucknow Super Giants’ highest wicket-taker at 13/4 (4.25).
Man of the Match
KL Rahul looked in pretty good touch in the recent ODI series against Australia and has a good record in the IPL. Rahul is a top candidate to be the player of the match at 8/1 (9.00). Among other good betting options are Ravi Bishnoi, Mitchell Marsh, Prithvi Shaw and Khaleel Ahmed.
Our prediction: KL Rahul to be the Man of the Match at 8/1 (9.00).
Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals Preview
Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants will be hoping to kick off their IPL 2023 campaign with a victory. Let’s take a look at both sides ahead of their encounter on Saturday night.
Lucknow Super Giants
The KL Rahul-led side had a pretty solid debut season last year, where they reached the playoffs. LSG secured third place on points table with nine wins in 14 matches. However, they lost the Eliminator by 14 runs. Rahul continues to lead them as they look to go deeper in IPL 2023.
The Super Giants have brought in Nicholas Pooran, spending big cash on the left hander in the auction. Quinton de Kock will be unavailable for the first game, which gives Kyle Mayers an opportunity at the top. Mark Wood missed the previous season but is set to feature this time.
Predicted XI: KL Rahul (c), Kyle Mayers, Deepak Hooda, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Marcus Stoinis, Ayush Badoni, Krunal Pandya, Jaydev Unadkat, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Mark Wood
Delhi Capitals
Delhi Capitals finished fifth on the table in IPL 2022, winning seven and losing as many games. Ricky Ponting’s men will be eager to do better this year but they will have to do it without Rishabh Pant. David Warner has taken over the reins for IPL 2023.
With their wicket-keeper Pant unavailable, DC have decided to give the responsibility to Sarfaraz Khan. Rovman Powell and Rilee Rossouw are fighting for one spot in the playing XI. Anrich Nortje will miss this fixture due to international duties, with Mustafizur Rahman likely to fill in.
Predicted XI: David Warner (c), Prithvi Shaw, Mitch Marsh, Manish Pandey, Sarfaraz Khan (wk), Rovman Powell, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Anrich Nortje, Khaleel Ahmed, Chetan Sakariya
How to Watch IPL 2023 in the UK: Live Streaming & Channel List
The UK viewers can witness the live action of the IPL 2023 on Sky Sports Cricket. You can stream the matches live on the DAZN application.
- Sky Sports Cricket (TV)
- DAZN (Streaming)
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