The 40th match of IPL 2025 between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Delhi Capitals (DC) was a thrilling encounter that kept fans on the edge of their seats. KL Rahul’s classy knock played a pivotal role in DC’s comfortable 8-wicket victory. Let’s dive into the LSG vs DC highlights, key moments, and standout performances from this exciting match.
Match 40 Overview
- Teams: Lucknow SuperGiants vs Delhi Capitals
- Venue: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
- Date & Time: April 22, 2025, 7:30 PM LOCAL
- Toss: Delhi Capitals won the toss and opted to bowl
- Result: Delhi Capitals won by 8 wickets
IPL 2025 First Innings: Lucknow Super Giants
Lucknow SuperGiants failed to post a massive total, but crucial cameos from Markram (52) and Badoni (36) helped them reach a competitive 159/6 in their 20 overs.
🏏Lucknow Super Giants – LSG Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate | Dismissal |
| Aiden Markram | 52 | 33 | 5 | 2 | 157.58 | c Stubbs b Chameera |
| Mitchell Marsh | 45 | 36 | 4 | 1 | 125 | b Mukesh Kumar |
| Nicholas Pooran | 9 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 180 | b Mitchell Starc |
| Abdul Samad | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 25 | c & b Mukesh Kumar |
| David Miller | 14 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 93.33 | not out |
| Ayush Badoni | 36 | 21 | 3 | 2 | 171.43 | b Mukesh Kumar |
| Rishabh Pant (c & wk) | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Not out |
Fall of Wickets
- 87-1 (Markram, 9.6 Ov)
- 99-2 (Pooran, 11.2 Ov)
- 107-3 (Abdul Samad, 13.2 Ov)
- 110-4 (Mitchell Marsh, 13.6 Ov)
- 159-5 (Ayush Badoni, 19.4 Ov)
- 159-6 (Pant, 19.6 Ov)
DC Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
| Axar Patel | 4 | 29 | 0 | 7.2 |
| Mitchell Starc | 4 | 25 | 1 | 6.2 |
| Mukesh Kumar | 4 | 34 | 4 | 8.2 |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 3 | 25 | 1 | 8.3 |
| Vipraj Nigam | 1 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| Kuldeep Yadav | 4 | 33 | 0 | 8.2 |
Key Moments in LSG’s Innings
- Aiden Markram explosive 52 gave LSG a strong start.
- Mukesh Kumar’s 4-wicket haul broke LSG’s middle order.
- Ayush Badoni quick 36 in the death overs helped LSG reach 159.
IPL 2025 Second Innings: Delhi Capitals Performance
Delhi Capitals didn’t need explosive batting, as composed knocks from Rahul (57*) and Porel (51) smoothly guided them to 161/2 in just 17.5 overs.
🏏Delhi Capitals – DC Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate | Dismissal |
| Abishek Porel | 51 | 36 | 5 | 1 | 141.67 | c Miller b Markram |
| Karun Nair | 15 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 166.67 | b Markram |
| KL Rahul (wk) | 57 | 42 | 4 | 2 | 135.71 | not out |
| Axar Patel (c) | 34 | 20 | 3 | 1 | 170 | not out |
Fall of Wickets
- 36-1 (Karun Nair, 3.4 Ov)
- 105-2 (Abishek Porel, 11.5 Ov)
LSG Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
| Shardul Thakur | 2 | 28 | 0 | 14 |
| Digvesh Rathi | 4 | 24 | 0 | 6 |
| Prince Yadav | 2.5 | 23 | 0 | 8.1 |
| Aiden Markram | 3 | 30 | 2 | 10 |
| Avesh Khan | 3 | 19 | 0 | 6.3 |
| Ravi Bishnoi | 3 | 36 | 0 | 12 |
Key Moments in DC’s Chase
- Abishek Porel’s 51 set the foundation for DC’s chase.
- KL Rahul’s unbeaten 57 was the backbone of the innings.
- Axar Patel’s quick 34 (20)* sealed the victory for DC.
LSG vs DC Highlights : Turning Point
The turning point came when Mukesh Kumar took 4 wickets, restricting LSG to a below-par total. Later, KL Rahul’s composed innings ensured DC chased the target with ease.
Best Batting Performance in LSG vs DC
KL Rahul anchored Delhi Capitals’ chase with a classy unbeaten 57 (4 fours, 2 sixes) against LSG. His calm yet aggressive knock at 135.71 SR guided DC to an 8-wicket win, proving why he’s among IPL’s finest anchors. A true captain’s innings! 🏏🔥
Best Bowling Performance in LSG vs DC
Mukesh Kumar destroyed LSG’s batting with a 4-wicket haul, including key scalps of Marsh, Samad, Badoni and Pant. His precise bowling at 8.50 economy broke LSG’s backbone, restricting them to 159 and earning him Player of the Match honors. 🔥🎯
Best Partnership: Aiden Markram & Mitchell Marsh (87 runs)
The highest partnership of LSG vs DC Highlights Match 40 (IPL 2025) came from Aiden Markram (52 off 33) and Mitchell Marsh (45 off 36), who added 87 runs for the 1st wicket in just 9.6 overs. Their aggressive stand (SR 147+) gave LSG a strong start before Mukesh Kumar’s bowling attack triggered a collapse.
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Final Thoughts
The LSG vs DC highlights showcased KL Rahul’s classy knock and Mukesh Kumar’s brilliant bowling. Delhi Capitals dominated the game, winning by 8 wickets. With this win, DC strengthened their position in the IPL 2025 points table.
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