Sameer Rizvi played an important innings for Delhi Capitals in their six-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League 2026 on April 1. Chasing 142, Delhi were 26 for 4 at one stage, but Rizvi and Tristan Stubbs added 119 runs for the fifth wicket to take the team home. Prince Yadav took two wickets, but it was not enough in the end. Mohsin Khan and Mohammed Shami dismissed one batter each.

Earlier, the host franchise failed in the batting department and failed to play 20 overs. They were dismissed for 141 in 18.4 overs, with only Abdul Samad (36) and Mitchell Marsh (35) showing some form with the bat. Lungi Ngidi and T Natarajan picked up three wickets each while Kuldeep Yadav claimed two scalps.

Full Scorecard – LSG vs DC Match 5 IPL 2026, April 1

DC 145/4 (Sameer Rizvi*, Tristan Stubbs 39*, Prince Yadav 2 wickets) beat LSG 141 (Abdul Samad 36, Lungi Ngidi 3 wickets, T Natarajan 3 wickets) by 6 wickets.

Match Highlights & Key Moments

LSG suffered a batting collapse, which didn’t allow them to post a challenging total. The 100-plus partnership between Rizvi and Stubbs ended Lucknow’s chances. Sameer hit 5 fours and 4 sixes. On the other hand, Tristan smashed 3 boundaries and 1 six.

Player of the Match

Sameer Rizvi was named the Player of the Match for scoring an unbeaten 70 runs.

What This Result Means for IPL 2026

Delhi Capitals have opened their account in the points table, while Lucknow Super Giants need improvement across departments before their next match.

FAQs – Yesterday’s LSG vs DC Match 5 IPL 2026

Q1: Who won yesterday’s LSG vs DC match?

A1: DC defeated LSG by 6 wickets in Lucknow.

Q2: Who was the Player of the Match in the PBKS vs GT match?

A2: Sameer Rizvi was adjudged the Player of the Match for his magnificent knock.

Q3: What was the final score of yesterday’s match?

A3: LSG vs DC

DC 145/4 (Sameer Rizvi 70*, Tristan Stubbs 39*, Prince Yadav 2 wickets)

LSG 141 (Abdul Samad 36, Lungi Ngidi 3 wickets, T Natarajan 3 wickets)