IPL 2026 Preview: Lucknow and Delhi look to bounce back in season opener
Summary
Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals, both missing key players, gear up to open the IPL 2026 season with revamped squads and strategic changes at Ekana Stadium, Lucknow.
Key Points
- Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals both failed to reach the IPL playoffs last season and have made some changes for IPL 2026.
- Lucknow will miss Wanindu Hasaranga initially, potentially replacing him with fast bowler Anrich Nortje, while Delhi is likely to be without Mitchell Starc due to injury.
- Key players to watch include Mayank Yadav recovering from injury and Nitish Rana aiming for strong performances batting at number 3.
- The IPL 2026 season opener will be played at Ekana Stadium, Lucknow with pitch conditions favoring fast bowlers and an expectation of a high scoring match.
