LSG vs DC Betting Guide – Best Bets, Safe Picks & Session Tips for IPL 2026

Updated At: 2026-04-01

A home opener for the Lucknow Super Giants as they welcome the Delhi Capitals in match 5 of the Tata IPL 2026 at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. Check out our full LSG vs DC match prediction for a deeper breakdown of this fixture.

The Super Giants finished in 7th place last season after starting well, winning five of their first nine matches, but they fell apart towards the back end with just one win in their last five. It was yet another season where the Giants could not carry their early momentum deep into the campaign. They will be looking to start strong here at home.

Delhi Capitals had a similar kind of season to LSG, winning six of their first eight matches but managing only one win in their last six. The Capitals, still eyeing their first IPL title, will be looking to kick off this season with a bang.

Ahead of this contest, check out our LSG vs DC best bets, safe bets, powerplay tips, session markets, and key venue bets you can bank on. For more cricket markets this season, browse our full IPL 2026 betting tips.

Safe Bets & Favourites for LSG vs DC

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Match Winner

Delhi Capitals to Win @ 2.00 (Stake.ac)

Delhi Capitals hold a strong record against the Lucknow Super Giants at Ekana Stadium, having won two of the three matches played there. Overall, the Capitals have won four of the seven head-to-head meetings against the Super Giants, and they are undefeated against Lucknow in the last two seasons.

Total Match Sixes

Over 18.5 @ 1.94 (Parimatch)

The average number of sixes per match at Ekana Stadium last season was 17. LSG averaged 9 sixes per match at this venue, while DC also struck 9 sixes in the only match they played here last season. With both teams boasting power-packed batting lineups, we back the total match sixes to go over 18.5.

Best Opening Partnership

LSG to Have a Better Opening Partnership Than DC @ 1.90 (Stake.ac)

The Lucknow Super Giants' opening pair of Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markram did the bulk of the scoring last season, including an 87-run partnership against DC at Ekana Stadium. The DC openers, by contrast, managed just 36 runs for the first wicket in that same fixture. We back the Super Giants' openers to start well again this season and expect them to post the better opening partnership.

Why Ekana Cricket Stadium Suits Certain Bet Types

Ekana Cricket Stadium is one of the better venues for betting on the total sixes and total fours markets. The average number of fours per match at this ground last season was 34.6, and the outfield is lightning fast with the ball coming onto the bat nicely. We predict a high-scoring game with boundaries throughout.

we back the Total Fours in the Match Over 32.5 @ 1.85 (Stake.ac) and the Total Match Score Over 355.5 @ 1.70 (1XBET).

LSG vs DC Powerplay Betting Tips & Stats

LSG vs DC powerplay betting is one of the most popular markets for this fixture. The IPL 2026 powerplay stats below highlight key trends at Ekana Cricket Stadium.

The average powerplay score at Ekana Stadium last season was 60 runs. Across 16 innings, teams scored over 70 runs on three occasions, between 60–70 runs six times, between 50–60 runs five times, and only twice did a side fail to reach 50 runs in the powerplay overs.

Lucknow Super Giants scored over 50 runs in five of their seven matches here in the powerplay. Delhi Capitals managed 54 runs in their last visit to Ekana Stadium against LSG, and they have averaged 58 runs in the first six overs at this venue since 2023.

The numbers clearly show that runs are on offer in the powerplay at Ekana, where the ball comes onto the bat nicely and the outfield is lightning fast. Both teams boast strong top orders and we expect a run-feast early on from both sides while the field restrictions are in place.

LSG to Score Over 54.5 in 6 Overs @ 1.85 (Stake.ac)
DC to Score Over 54.5 in 6 Overs @ 1.85 (1XBET)

Stat	LSG	DC	IPL 2026 Avg
Avg PP score (batting)	59	53	DNP
PP score at Ekana Cricket Stadium	55	58	DNP

LSG Powerplay Form vs DC Powerplay Form

Lucknow Super Giants had one of the better powerplay records in the competition last season, averaging close to 60 runs per match in the first six overs, while the Capitals averaged 53 runs per match in the powerplay across their last five league matches.

We predict the Lucknow Super Giants' top order to give them a flying start and back them to outscore the Delhi Capitals in the first 6 overs @ 1.86 (Parimatch).

10-Over Session Bets — What to Back at the Halfway Mark

The surface plays consistently throughout the match, with no significant change expected in the middle overs. The Super Giants averaged 94.7 runs at the 10-over mark in their matches at Ekana Stadium last season, with an overall scoring rate of around 8.5–9.5 runs per over at that stage.

Delhi Capitals averaged 81.8 runs at the 10-over mark across their last five league matches, scoring past 90 twice, past 80 once, and between 65–75 on two occasions. At Ekana Stadium specifically, the Capitals have averaged 78 runs at the 10-over mark over the last two seasons, with their scoring rate dropping to around six runs per over in the middle phase between overs 7 and 10.

This season, both teams possess strong spin-bowling options, which makes backing the over in IPL 2026 session bets difficult unless both sides post strong powerplay scores without losing early wickets.

LSG Over 86.5 in the First 10 Overs @ 1.90 (Parimatch)

Over Range	Typical Score (1st Inns)	Key Variable	Our Line
0–6 (PP)	55	Opener form	Over 54.5
0–10 combined	85–90	Spinners will contain runs	Over 86.5
0–15	130–135	Wickets in hand	Update on match day

Batting First vs Chasing at Ekana Cricket Stadium — Defence & Chase Bets

Batting first vs chasing at Ekana Cricket Stadium is one of the most important factors when placing bets on this fixture. For the latest standings, visit the IPL 2026 points table.

Teams chasing have enjoyed a notably strong record at Ekana Cricket Stadium, with six of the eight results last season going the way of the side batting second.

Lucknow Super Giants managed only two wins from seven matches at this venue last season — one while batting first and one while chasing. All five of their defeats came while chasing, yet backing LSG in the match winner market when they bat first is also far from straightforward. They have lost to Delhi Capitals twice while batting first over the last two seasons at Ekana Stadium.

High totals have been chased down consistently at this ground. The highest successful chase was 228 runs by RCB against LSG, while the lowest total defended was 204 runs. Two sides that scored over 200 still lost, and no total below 200 has been successfully defended in the last eight matches at this venue.

Metric	Batting First	Chasing
Win %	25%	75%
Avg winning score	200–210	—
Lowest score defended	204	—
Highest score chased	—	228
Dew factor impact	No impact	High impact

Toss Prediction & Impact on Your Bets

The toss has a huge role to play in this fixture. Given how successful chasing sides have been at this venue, both captains will be looking to bowl first, and the team that wins the toss and elects to field will hold a clear advantage heading into the contest.

We back Delhi Capitals to win the coin toss @ 1.90 (1XBET) and expect them to opt to bowl first. The LSG DC toss prediction leans towards DC given their experience in reading conditions at this ground. Update your match winner bet once the toss result is confirmed.

Our Top 3 Best Bets for LSG vs DC Today

1. Team Fours: LSG Total Fours Under 16.5 @ 1.75 (Stake.ac)

The Super Giants averaged 16 fours per match last season at Ekana Stadium, but against the Delhi Capitals specifically they have averaged just 12 fours per match at this venue. DC's disciplined bowling attack has consistently kept LSG's boundary count in check here, making the under a well-supported option.

2. Total Sixes: LSG Total Sixes Under 9.5 @ 1.70 (Stake.ac)

LSG averaged 9 sixes per match last season at Ekana Stadium, and against the Delhi Capitals over the last two seasons at this venue they managed to hit only seven sixes. The under is well supported by both the head-to-head record and the venue data.

3. Player Prop: Aiden Markram Total Runs Over 24.5 @ 1.85 (Parimatch)

Markram scored 258 runs in 6 matches at Ekana Stadium last season, averaging 43 at this ground. Against the Delhi Capitals, he scored 52 runs the last time he faced them here, making the runs over market a well-backed pick for today's fixture.

#	Market	Our Pick	Odds	Confidence
1	Team Fours	LSG Total Fours Under 16.5	1.75	High
2	Total Sixes	LSG Total Sixes Under 9.5	1.70	High
3	Player Prop	Markram Total Runs Over 24.5	1.85	High

FAQ — LSG vs DC Betting

What is the best bet for LSG vs DC in IPL 2026?

Our top picks for this fixture are Delhi Capitals to win the match at 2.00, Aiden Markram Total Runs Over 24.5 at 1.85, and LSG Total Sixes Under 9.5 at 1.70. DC's unbeaten recent record against LSG and their strong head-to-head numbers at Ekana Stadium make them the value pick in the match winner market, while Markram's impressive venue average of 43 last season supports the player prop bet.

Is LSG or DC better at Ekana Cricket Stadium?

Despite Ekana being LSG's home ground, Delhi Capitals have the stronger record there in recent seasons, winning two of their three visits and remaining unbeaten against Lucknow in the last two seasons. LSG managed only two wins from seven matches at the venue last season, making DC the more reliable selection in the match winner market at this ground.

What is the powerplay score prediction for LSG vs DC?

Based on recent form and Ekana Cricket Stadium IPL 2026 stats, we predict both sides to score in the region of 55–60 runs in the powerplay. LSG averaged 59 powerplay runs last season while DC have averaged 58 at this venue since 2023. Our recommended bets are both LSG and DC to score over 54.5 runs in their respective powerplay innings, available at 1.85 with Stake.ac and 1XBET respectively.

Should I bet on batting first or chasing at Ekana Cricket Stadium?

The data strongly favours the chasing side at Ekana Stadium, with 75% of matches last season won by the team batting second. No total below 200 has been successfully defended in the last eight matches here, and the dew factor significantly assists the side batting second. We recommend waiting for the toss result before placing match winner or innings total bets, as the toss carries considerable weight at this venue.

What are safe bets for LSG vs DC today?

The safest bets for this fixture are Delhi Capitals to win at 2.00, LSG to have the better opening partnership at 1.90, and Total Match Sixes Over 18.5 at 1.94. All three are well supported by head-to-head records, recent team form, and venue statistics at Ekana Cricket Stadium. The total fours over 32.5 at 1.85 is also a strong option given the fast outfield and boundary-friendly conditions at this ground.

For individual player markets on this match, see our full LSG vs DC player bets guide.