LSG vs DC IPL 2026: Sameer Rizvi rescues DC in small chase after Ngidi, Natarajan destroy LSG – Action in Images

By Kartikay Dutta

Published on Apr 02, 2026 12:25 am IST

It wasn't smooth going tracking down 142 as DC's top order fell apart, but excellent bowling ensured one high-quality partnership was enough to seal the win.

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Down 26/4 in the fifth over of the chase, Delhi Capitals looked like they were about to mess up a straightforward 142-run target. But nerves of steel from the unflappable Tristan Stubbs in support of a star turn from player of the match Sameer Rizvi saw the pair pile on 119 runs, and take the two points back home from the Ekana Stadium.

Published on Apr 02, 2026 12:25 am IST

Down 26/4 in the fifth over of the chase, Delhi Capitals looked like they were about to mess up a straightforward 142-run target. But nerves of steel from the unflappable Tristan Stubbs in support of a star turn from player of the match Sameer Rizvi saw the pair pile on 119 runs, and take the two points back home from the Ekana Stadium.

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Rishabh Pant made the interesting decision to promote himself to open the batting. His wicket came in unfortunate circumstances, caught out by a deflection at the non-striker's end. No slice of luck going the LSG captain's way.(ANI Pic Service)

Published on Apr 02, 2026 12:25 am IST

Rishabh Pant made the interesting decision to promote himself to open the batting. His wicket came in unfortunate circumstances, caught out by a deflection at the non-striker's end. No slice of luck going the LSG captain's way.(ANI Pic Service)

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Mitchell Marsh seemed in good touch for LSG, striking a few boundaries where he flexed all his power. However, he was undone in a moment of impatience, trying to take on Kuldeep Yadav having already hit him for six in that over. Score 35, but could have had more.(ANI Pic Service)

Published on Apr 02, 2026 12:25 am IST

Mitchell Marsh seemed in good touch for LSG, striking a few boundaries where he flexed all his power. However, he was undone in a moment of impatience, trying to take on Kuldeep Yadav having already hit him for six in that over. Score 35, but could have had more.(ANI Pic Service)

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After Aiden Markram was castled by Axar Patel and Ayush Badoni edged behind, LSG needed a big partnership between Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsh. Pooran, however, was undone by a deathly dipping yorker by Lungi Ngidi, the first victim of what could be the delivery type that defines the IPL.(ANI Pic Service)

Published on Apr 02, 2026 12:25 am IST

After Aiden Markram was castled by Axar Patel and Ayush Badoni edged behind, LSG needed a big partnership between Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsh. Pooran, however, was undone by a deathly dipping yorker by Lungi Ngidi, the first victim of what could be the delivery type that defines the IPL.(ANI Pic Service)

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Lungi Ngidi is in the bowling form of his life, having developed a deadly slower ball which dips and bends at the last moment. In Mitchell Starc's absence, he will need to be the leader of DC's attack – and he proved his value with 3 wickets.(AFP)

Published on Apr 02, 2026 12:25 am IST

Lungi Ngidi is in the bowling form of his life, having developed a deadly slower ball which dips and bends at the last moment. In Mitchell Starc's absence, he will need to be the leader of DC's attack – and he proved his value with 3 wickets.(AFP)

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T Natarajan barely had any gametime for DC in 2025 due to injuries, but is set to be a key bowler this season. He looked close to his best as he took 3 crucial wickets, showing that he still has that gamechanging spell in him – dangerous signs for the rest of the squads.(PTI)

Published on Apr 02, 2026 12:25 am IST

T Natarajan barely had any gametime for DC in 2025 due to injuries, but is set to be a key bowler this season. He looked close to his best as he took 3 crucial wickets, showing that he still has that gamechanging spell in him – dangerous signs for the rest of the squads.(PTI)

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Chasing 142, it was immediate disaster for DC, immediate joy for LSG. KL Rahul chased a full and wide one but wasn't in control, slicing it straight to backward point in the deep for a golden duck.(PTI)

Published on Apr 02, 2026 12:25 am IST

Chasing 142, it was immediate disaster for DC, immediate joy for LSG. KL Rahul chased a full and wide one but wasn't in control, slicing it straight to backward point in the deep for a golden duck.(PTI)

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Nitish Rana was caught behind, then Pathum Nissanka top edged one, and Axar Patel was subsequently rattled by an in-swinger from Prince Yadav. Early wickets was the call of the hour, and LSG managed four of them in the powerplay. Suddenly, things were looking tricky for DC – but the nerves settled as LSG failed to have further penetration.(ANI Pic Service)

Published on Apr 02, 2026 12:25 am IST

Nitish Rana was caught behind, then Pathum Nissanka top edged one, and Axar Patel was subsequently rattled by an in-swinger from Prince Yadav. Early wickets was the call of the hour, and LSG managed four of them in the powerplay. Suddenly, things were looking tricky for DC – but the nerves settled as LSG failed to have further penetration.(ANI Pic Service)

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The partnership was one that kept things simple and fundamental: no needless risks against the pacers, running hard between the wickets, capitalising on mistakes. A 16-run over off Shahbaz Ahmed put Rizvi and Stubbs in a commanding position, and they ensured they got the job done themselves once they were set.(PTI)

Published on Apr 02, 2026 12:25 am IST

The partnership was one that kept things simple and fundamental: no needless risks against the pacers, running hard between the wickets, capitalising on mistakes. A 16-run over off Shahbaz Ahmed put Rizvi and Stubbs in a commanding position, and they ensured they got the job done themselves once they were set.(PTI)

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Rizvi started extremely slowly, only managed 5 off his first 13 balls. But a no-look upper cut for six got him going: he ultimately bulldozed five fours and four sixes, reaching a second IPL half-century in a row and finishing on 70*(47). A very mature performance.(PTI)

Published on Apr 02, 2026 12:25 am IST

Rizvi started extremely slowly, only managed 5 off his first 13 balls. But a no-look upper cut for six got him going: he ultimately bulldozed five fours and four sixes, reaching a second IPL half-century in a row and finishing on 70*(47). A very mature performance.(PTI)

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