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LSG vs DC IPL 2026: Match Details, Time, Venue, Squads & Live Streaming
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LSG vs DC IPL 2026 kicks off the campaign for both Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals tonight. Rishabh Pant’s LSG will host Axar Patel’s DC in Match 5 of IPL 2026 on Wednesday, April 1 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. Here’s everything you need to know — match timing, venue, full squads, live streaming details, and key players to watch.
LSG vs DC IPL 2026 — Match Information
| Match | Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals, Match 5 |
| Date | Wednesday, April 1, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST (Toss at 7:00 PM IST) |
| Venue | Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| Tournament | Indian Premier League 2026 |
Lucknow Super Giants Full Squad IPL 2026
LSG have assembled a formidable squad under captain Rishabh Pant, bolstered by the addition of experienced pacer Mohammed Shami and South African quick Anrich Nortje.
- Batters: Aiden Markram, Matthew Breetzke, Himmat Singh, Akshat Raghuwanshi
- All-rounders: Mitchell Marsh, Wanindu Hasaranga, Shahbaz Ahmed, Arshin Kulkarni, Abdul Samad, Arjun Tendulkar
- Wicketkeepers: Rishabh Pant (c), Nicholas Pooran, Josh Inglis
- Bowlers: Mohammed Shami, Mayank Yadav, Avesh Khan, Anrich Nortje, Mohsin Khan, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Akash Singh, Prince Yadav, Manimaran Siddharth, Naman Tiwari, Mukul Choudhary
Delhi Capitals Full Squad IPL 2026
DC enter IPL 2026 with new captain Axar Patel at the helm and KL Rahul as their marquee signing. Mitchell Starc is unavailable due to injury, but the squad has depth.
- Batters: KL Rahul, Nitish Rana, Karun Nair, Pathum Nissanka, Prithvi Shaw, Sameer Rizvi, Madhav Tiwari, Tripurana Vijay
- All-rounders: Axar Patel (c), Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Ashutosh Sharma, Vipraj Nigam
- Wicketkeepers: KL Rahul, Abishek Porel
- Bowlers: Mitchell Starc (injured), Kuldeep Yadav, Lungi Ngidi, Dushmantha Chameera, T Natarajan, Mukesh Kumar, Kyle Jamieson, Auqib Nabi, Sahil Parikh
Where to Watch LSG vs DC Live — TV & Streaming
The LSG vs DC IPL 2026 match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network (Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Hindi HD) in India. For digital streaming, JioHotstar will provide live coverage on both app and website. Commentary is available in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada. International viewers can catch the action on Willow TV (USA/Canada), Sky Sports (UK), and SuperSport (South Africa).
Key Players to Watch in LSG vs DC
- Rishabh Pant (LSG): The LSG captain is set to bat at No. 3 this season after struggling at No. 4 last year. Pant scored 157 runs in 4 innings against DC in previous seasons — he’ll want to make a statement against his former franchise.
- Mitchell Marsh (LSG): Opens alongside Markram. Scored 427 runs at a strike rate of 155+ in IPL 2025. His ability to dominate the powerplay is crucial for LSG’s batting template.
- KL Rahul (DC): Makes his debut for Delhi after captaining LSG for three seasons. Rahul has scored 210 runs in LSG vs DC matches — now he’s on the other side. Expect him to be highly motivated at his former home ground.
- Kuldeep Yadav (DC): The leading wicket-taker in DC vs LSG matches with 9 scalps. His googlies have troubled LSG’s middle order consistently. Ekana’s pitch should assist him.
- Mayank Yadav (LSG): The 150 kph express pacer returns fully fit after injury concerns. If he fires in the powerplay, DC’s batting could be under immediate pressure. LSG will hope he stays injury-free.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is LSG vs DC IPL 2026 match?
The LSG vs DC IPL 2026 match starts at 7:30 PM IST on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. The toss will take place at 7:00 PM IST.
Where is LSG vs DC IPL 2026 being played?
The match is being played at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. It’s LSG’s home ground.
How to watch LSG vs DC IPL 2026 live?
In India, watch live on Star Sports Network (TV) or stream on JioHotstar (app/website). International viewers can watch on Willow TV (USA/Canada), Sky Sports (UK), or SuperSport (Africa).
Who is the captain of LSG in IPL 2026?
Rishabh Pant is the captain of Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026. He joined LSG for ₹27 crore at the mega auction.
What is LSG vs DC IPL 2026 match number?
LSG vs DC is Match 5 of IPL 2026. It is the season opener for both Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals.
The LSG vs DC IPL 2026 clash promises fireworks with Rishabh Pant facing his former franchise and KL Rahul returning to Ekana in DC colours. Tune in at 7:30 PM IST on Star Sports and JioHotstar to catch every ball live from Lucknow.
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