India, April 1 -- As Delhi Capitals gear up to face Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026, the spotlight shifts firmly to team combinations, with both sides expected to field balanced XIs reflecting fresh strategies after rebuilding phases.

Delhi Capitals are likely to bank on a restructured batting unit. KL Rahul is expected to open while also taking up wicketkeeping duties, alongside Pathum Nissanka. Nitish Rana and Tristan Stubbs are in the middle order, which gives the team a mix of stability and aggression. Captain Axar Patel anchors the side as a key all-round option, with experienced finisher David Miller making the lower middle order stronger. Prithvi Shaw gets another chance at redemption.

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