The third match of IPL 2023 will feature Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Delhi Capitals (DC) on April 1 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. LSG had an impressive debut season, finishing third with nine wins out of 14 games, but lost in the Eliminator against Royal Challengers Bangalore. KL Rahul and Avesh Khan were their top performers. DC finished fifth in the points table, with David Warner and Khaleel Ahmed standing out as their top scorer and best bowler, respectively. However, Rishabh Pant will miss the season due to injuries from a car accident. To bolster their team, they have signed Phil Salt, Rilee Rossouw, Mukesh Kumar, Manish Pandey, and Ishant Sharma. Phil Salt and Sarfaraz Khan may compete for the wicketkeeping position, and overseas slot limitations may keep Rilee Rossow on the bench.
Here in this article, we have covered the top 3 fantasy team picks for the LSG vs DC match. These picks are based on the current form of the players. An X factor is also included in the top fantasy picks based on his proven ability in the T20s.
1.KL Rahul
In his IPL career, KL Rahul has scored an impressive 3889 runs in 109 matches at a strike rate of 136.22. He is known for having a wide range of shots and is considered a reliable run-scorer. It is possible that he may deliver a batting masterclass during the upcoming match against Delhi Capitals, given his track record.
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2. Rilee Rossouw
Due to Anrich Nortje’s unavailability, the inform South African batsman is expected to be selected for the starting lineup in the first game. In his last innings, Rilee Rossouw hit an impressive 42 off 21 balls in the T20I against West Indies, and he was outstanding in the recent PSL 2023 as well. Rossouw’s recent form makes him a strong contender for a spot in the starting eleven for the upcoming game.
3. David Warner
David Warner was the leading run-scorer for Delhi Capitals in the previous season of IPL, scoring 432 runs in 12 innings at a strike rate of 150.52. This season, Warner has been appointed as the captain of the Delhi Capitals team, adding an extra responsibility to his leadership role. His aggressive and attacking batting style makes him a constant threat to opposition bowlers, and he played a crucial role in Delhi Capitals’ success in the previous season. Warner’s captaincy skills will bring in a lot of experience and strategic acumen to the Delhi Capitals outfit.