Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel won the toss and chose to field against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their IPL 2025 clash on Monday. The highly anticipated encounter marks a fresh start for both teams, with significant squad overhauls and captains switching camps in the lead-up to the tournament.

Delhi’s new acquisition, KL Rahul, was unavailable for the opening match as he awaits the birth of his first child. Despite his absence, the franchise remains optimistic about its prospects, having assembled a formidable squad for the season. Rahul, who previously captained LSG for two seasons since their IPL debut, now finds himself in a new role at Delhi, serving as a pivotal batting mainstay rather than a leader.