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Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Delhi Capitals (DC) are set to become the last two teams to open their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 campaign as they lock horns in the fifth game of the season. The other eight teams have already begun their campaign on the first four days of the tournament and now comes the turn of Rishabh Pant-led LSG and Axar Patel-led DC.
LSG and DC both started the season well last year before their campaign got derailed later on. This time, both the teams will look to make amends.
The Capitals have already lost Ben Duckett for the full season and Mitchell Starc for the early part. Still, they have a solid line-up capable of defeating anyone. There are hardly any weaknesses in the side and if the form of players holds up, it could be a good season for the Capitals.
Pant will have to turn around his form and hope that the other big guns like Nicholas Pooran, Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markram continue to form. The bowling depends largely on Indian names and their fitness will play a big role for LSG.
As the two teams open their campaign, take a look at some of the major details of the LSG vs DC, IPL 2026 clash.
LSG vs DC: Ekana Stadium Pitch Report
Traditionally, pitch at the Ekana stadium used to be slow and provided extreme help for spinners. However, in the last few years, the pitch has changed and turned into a flat surface where high scores are common. Last year, the pitch assisted batters, but in some games, bowlers did get little help leading scores below 200. So, a game where both teams score around 200 can be expected.
LSG vs DC: Lucknow Weather Forecast
The sky will remain cloudy for most parts of the day. The temperature will be around 30 degree Celsius during the match. Even though there will be clouds in the sky, rain is not expected. So, another full uninterrupted game of cricket seems on the card.
When and where is the LSG vs DC, IPL 2026 Match 5?
LSG vs DC, IPL 2026 Match 5 takes place at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow on Wednesday, April 1. The match begins at 7:30 PM IST.
Where to watch LSG vs DC, IPL 2026 Match 5 online and on TV?
LSG vs DC, IPL 2026 Match 5 will be streamed live on the JioHotstar app and website. On TV, the match will be telecast on Star Sports Network TV channels.
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