IPL 2025 kicks off with a bang: Delhi Capitals take on Lucknow Super Giants in high-voltage opener

DC vs LSG: The Indian Premier League organizes thrilling matches annually, but IPL 2025 will witness extra drama this time. Some of the past captains and major players will be on the field for the first time facing their previous teams, and this will add to the excitement of the tournament's opening. The first match to be played in Visakhapatnam on Monday will witness former Lucknow Super Giants captain KL Rahul facing Delhi Capitals. Meanwhile, erstwhile Delhi skipper Rishabh Pant will be in the field now leading LSG. The match is being hosted by Visakhapatnam's Dr. Y.S. Joshi. Rajasekhara Reddy will be present at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium. Firstly, let's analyze the pitch report.

Pitch report

The pitch in Visakhapatnam has experienced huge ups and downs in the past. Last season, Kolkata Knight Riders created a new benchmark by posting a record 272 runs, and reaching the 200-run mark in a single game in the Andhra Premier League. But the skill of players at the level of the IPL is quite different from the domestic league. So this game is likely to be a high-scoring game. Run rate (9.2 per over) in Visakhapatnam pitch in T20 games stands third in Indian cities, placed behind Hyderabad (9.7) and Bengaluru (9.2). 

Weather report

The Meteorological Department has forecasted light rain in the afternoon but there is no chance of any disruption by rain in this match. Humidity can be beneficial for fast bowlers. The temperature is likely to remain around 20 degrees Celsius during the match.

Live streaming

The Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants IPL 2020 match will start at 7:30 PM IST. The game will be telecast on the Star Sports Network and live streamed on JioHotstar.