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LSG vs RCB IPL 2025 Winner, Scorecard, Award Winners, Playoff Matches

In a high-stakes clash at the Ekana Stadium, RCB pulled off a stunning win over LSG to seal their place in Qualifier 1 of IPL 2025. Opting to field first, RCB found themselves chasing a daunting total after LSG, powered by a captain’s knock from Rishabh Pant, posted 227/3.

RCB LSG CLASH

Pant remained unbeaten on 118 off 61 balls, stitching a 152-run partnership with Mitchell Marsh, who scored a rapid 67 off 37 deliveries. The pair dominated the RCB bowling unit, setting the stage for a massive total. In reply, RCB’s chase was anchored by Virat Kohli, who scored 54 off 30 balls. Despite losing wickets in the middle, RCB found their heroes in Jitesh Sharma and Mayank Agarwal. The duo stitched together a match-winning 107-run stand, with Sharma remaining unbeaten on 85 off just 33 balls and Agarwal contributing 41* off 23 balls. RCB reached the target with eight balls to spare, finishing at 230/4 in 18.4 overs. This marked RCB’s highest successful chase in IPL history and the third-highest ever in the tournament.

LSG vs RCB Brief Scorecard

Lucknow Super Giants: 227/3 (20 overs)

Rishabh Pant: 118* (61)

Mitchell Marsh: 67 (37)

Nuwan Thushara: 1/26

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: 230/4 (18.4 overs)

 Jitesh Sharma: 85* (33)

Virat Kohli: 54 (30)

Mayank Agarwal: 41* (23)

Will O’Rourke: 2/43

 Result:

 RCB won by 6 wickets

LSG vs RCB Turning Point:

Jitesh Sharma-Mayank Agarwal Partnership

The match began to swing decisively in RCB’s favour when Jitesh Sharma and Mayank Agarwal came together at 123/4, with the required run rate rising sharply. Although the pressure was mounting, both batters responded with a composed yet aggressive counterattack. Jitesh Sharma, stepping up as captain in Rajat Patidar’s absence, led by example with a fearless innings. His half-century came off just 22 balls, showcasing his unwavering intent even in a high-stakes chase. Then, a crucial moment arrived when Sharma, on 49, was dismissed but was called back due to a back-foot no-ball. This incident not only saved his wicket but also shifted the momentum firmly in RCB’s favour. Therefore, the team gained a renewed sense of belief at a tense stage.

Furthermore, Mayank Agarwal played a vital role by supporting Sharma with clean strokes and smart strike rotation. As a result, they prevented any buildup of pressure from the LSG bowlers. Consequently, the duo took full advantage in the death overs, attacking with precision and finding boundaries effortlessly. In addition, their partnership ensured that RCB remained comfortably ahead of the required rate throughout. Thus, Sharma and Agarwal’s brilliant stand dismantled LSG’s bowling attack and sealed a dominant turnaround for RCB. Hence, their calmness under pressure proved to be the difference.

LSG vs RCB Awards List: Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Award Winners Curvv

Super Striker of the Match: Jitesh Sharma (RCB) – SR: 257.58

Fantasy Player of the Match: Jitesh Sharma

 Most 4s: Rishabh Pant (LSG) – 11 fours

Maximum 6s: Rishabh Pant (LSG) – 8 sixes

Most Dot Balls: Nuwan Thushara (RCB) – 10 dot balls

Player of the Match: Jitesh Sharma

 IPL 2025 Playoff Details

RCB will be up against PBKS in the Qualifier 1 on Thursday (May 29), while GT will take on MI in the Eliminator on Friday (May 30).

2025 IPL TEAM

Delhi Capitals  Sunrisers Hyderabad  Rajasthan Royals  Chennai Super kings  Gujrat Titans  Kolkata knight Riders  Lucknow Super Giants  Mumbai Indians Punjab Kings  Royal Challengers Bengaluru

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LSG vs RCB IPL 2025 Match 70 Preview: Key Stats, Pitch Report & Predictions

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will take on the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the 70th match of IPL 2025. In this article, we determine the LSG vs RCB Weather Report and Pitch Report of the Ekana Stadium, Lucknow.

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Match Details

MatchLucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Match 70, IPL 2025
VenueEkana Stadium, Lucknow
Date & TimeTuesday, May 27, 7:30 PM (IST)
Live Broadcast and Streaming DetailsSports18/Star Sports Network, JioStar

LSG vs RCB Match Preview

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the latter’s backyard in the 70th and last league match of IPL 2025. The match is very important for RCB in the context of their scenarios for the Playoffs, as a win would mean them potentially topping the table to register a spot in Qualifier 1, something they have failed to do since 2016.

LSG will play with no pressure, as they have already been eliminated from the tournament. In their previous match, LSG spoiled the party of the Gujarat Titans and became the first team to beat the 2022 champions twice in the league stage of the same season. The Lucknow-based franchise could well spoil RCB’s party too and finish the IPL 2025 on a high.

RCB will be strengthened with the return of Josh Hazlewood. Their aim is to finish in the top two and qualify for Qualifier 1. LSG has momentum on their side following a great win against the Titans. Mitchell Marsh scored his first hundred in IPL history and was well supported by Nicholas Pooran, Aiden Markram, and the bowling lineup.

Both teams have some of the best players in the world in their line-ups. While RCB has the likes of Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Tim David, Josh Hazlewood, and others, LSG has Mitchell Marsh, Rishabh Pant, Aiden Markram, Will O’Rourke, and others. It could be mouth-watering at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow on Tuesday evening, as the race for the Playoffs is nearing its end.

Pitch Report

In IPL 2025, the Ekana surface has generally been a good one to bat on. Compared to the 2023 and 2024 seasons, the pitch in Lucknow has improved for batting, with several teams scoring over 200 runs. One could witness a similar pattern in the last league-stage match of the season.

The stadium has fairly longer boundaries for Indian standards, and the pitch has a bit of a grip for the spinners. It is usually good to bat early in the innings, with not a lot of swing and seam on offer for the pacers. The key would be to make the best use of Powerplay overs and rotate strike well in the middle overs. Toss might not be a huge factor due to the lack of dew.

LSG vs RCB Weather Report of Lucknow:

There is no chance of rain during the game in Lucknow on Tuesday. The maximum temperature is predicted to be 36°C while the minimum temperature would be 29°C.

IPL stats & records – Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

The Ekana Stadium tends to favour the batters, as evident from the high-scoring encounters witnessed here. In the previous match between RCB and SRH, SRH posted a massive total of 231 runs in their 20 overs. The pitch offers little margin for error for the bowlers, making it a paradise for batters. Over the last two years, the average first-innings score at Lucknow has been over 180 runs, underlining its batting-friendly nature.

Matches Played21
Matches Won Batting First 09
Matches Won Batting Second11
Matches With No Result01
Matches Tied00
Average First Innings Score170
Highest Team Total 235
Highest Total Successfully Chased 206

Predicted Playing XIs

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG):

Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (C & WK), Ayush Badoni, Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Will O’Rourke, Akash Singh, Digvesh Rathi, Avesh Khan

Impact Substitute: Akash Deep

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB):

Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Mayank Agarwal, Rajat Patidar (C), Jitesh Sharma (WK), Manoj Bhandage, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal 

Impact Substitute: Suyash Sharma

Head-to-Head Record 

Since 2022, RCB and LSG have faced each other in five instances in the IPL. RCB has a slight upper hand with three wins to their name, opposed to LSG’s two. None of their matches have ended without a result.

Matches 05
Won by Lucknow Super Giants02
Won by Royal Challengers Bengaluru03
No Result00
First FaceoffRCB beat LSG by 18 runs in 2022
Previous ResultLSG beat RCB by 28 runs in 2024

Toss Prediction & Impact

LSG vs RCB Toss winner likely to choose: Bowl First

The venue is likely to favor the batsmen in the upcoming game. Both the teams will be keen on bowling first and restricting the opposition to a modest total before trying to chase it down.

Match Prediction

  • If LSG bats first, they are expected to score around 190-200. In their last game, LSG scored 235 runs and will be confident of scoring big again.
  • If RCB bats first, they are expected to post more than 200 runs. RCB’s batsmen have been very consistent this season and will be eyeing a good performance in the crucial match.

Considering the current form of both teams, RCB will be the favorite to win the upcoming game against LSG.

2025 IPL TEAM

Delhi Capitals  Sunrisers Hyderabad  Rajasthan Royals  Chennai Super kings  Gujrat Titans  Kolkata knight Riders  Lucknow Super Giants  Mumbai Indians Punjab Kings  Royal Challengers Bengaluru

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GT vs LSG 64th Match Prediction: IPL 2025 Clash, H2H, Key Players.

Gujarat Titans (GT) will take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the 64th game of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.

GT vs LSG

Match Details:

MatchGujarat Titans vs Lucknow Super Giants, Match 64, IPL 2025
VenueNarendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Date & Time (IST)Thursday, May 22, 7:30 PM
Live Broadcast and Streaming DetailsJioStar Network Channels, JioHotstar (App & Website)

Match Overview

The upcoming fixture in the IPL 2025 (Indian Premier League) will witness Gujarat Titans (GT) locking horns with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Thursday, May 22.

With just two league matches left, Shubman Gill-led side has already secured a spot in the playoffs and will now aim for a top-two finish for a better chance at reaching the final. The former champions are riding high on confidence after a dominating 10-wicket win over the Delhi Capitals and will look to maintain that winning momentum.

On the other hand, LSG have been knocked out of the playoff race following a recent loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad. With only five wins from 12 matches, the Rishabh Pant-led side currently sits seventh in the points table. However, they will look to end their season on a positive note. Notably, the last time these two teams met at the Ekana Stadium, LSG registered a six-wicket victory and will look to replicate a similar result.

Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report

The surface at the Narendra Modi Stadium is known to favour batters. So far in this season, the batters have found the boundaries at ease as the ball comes brilliantly onto the bat. Meanwhile, for bowlers, there is some help with the new ball, and bowling on the right lengths can hand them the desired results.

Weather Report

The weather forecast is expected to be partly cloudy. There are no chances of rain during the game. The temperature is likely to be around 38°C  with 44% humidity.

Head-to-Head Record

Matches Played6
Won by Gujarat Titans4
Won by Lucknow Super Giants2
Tied00
No Result00
First-ever FixtureApril 28, 2022
Most-recent FixtureApril 12, 2025

GT vs LSG Predicted Playing XI

Gujarat Titans (GT):

Shubman Gill(c), Jos Buttler(w), Sherfane Rutherford, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Arshad Khan, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna

Impact Player: Sai Sudharsan

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG):

Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant(w/c), Ayush Badoni, Abdul Samad, Akash Deep, Avesh Khan, Ravi Bishnoi, Manimaran Siddharth, William O’Rourke

Impact Player: Shardul Thakur

Probable Best Batter of the Match

Sai Sudharsan
Sai Sudharsan.

With 617 runs in 12 matches and donning the Orange Cap, Gujarat Titans’ opener Sai Sudharsan could be the best batter in the upcoming game. The southpaw has been in excellent form and is scoring consistently. His form in the clash against LSG is crucial for the hosts as he can take the game away, add those crucial runs, and play a match-defining knock. 


Probable Best Bowler of the Match

Prasidh-Krishna
Prasidh-Krishna.

Prasidh Krishna‘s bowling can be crucial for GT, as he can provide crucial breakthroughs. The right-arm pacer is currently on top of the wicket-takers charts with 21 scalps in 12 innings. With the pitch having some help for the seamers, Krishna will look to make the most of it and put the LSG batters on the back foot.

Key Performers

  • GT : Shubman Gill (batsman), Rashid Khan (all-rounder), Mohammed Shami (bowler).
  • LSG : Nicholas Pooran (batsman), Marcus Stoinis (all-rounder), Krunal Pandya (bowler).

Toss Prediction


Winning the toss may favor batting first, as teams chasing have struggled against GT’s bowling attack .

Win Prediction


Gujarat Titans H2H dominance and balanced squad give them a 60% chance, but LSG’s improved batting depth .

2025 IPL TEAM

Delhi Capitals  Sunrisers Hyderabad  Rajasthan Royals  Chennai Super kings  Gujrat Titans  Kolkata knight Riders  Lucknow Super Giants  Mumbai Indians Punjab Kings  Royal Challengers Bengaluru

LSG vs RCB

LSG vs RCB IPL 2025 Match 59: Pitch, Key Players, Prediction.

Lucknow Super Giants will take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 59th match of the Indian Premier League. This match will be played at Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee Stadium in Ekana

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Match Info Series:

MATCH NO – 59th Match    

SERIES – Indian Premier Leagues – 2025

DATE – 09th April, 2025

TIME – 07:30 PM IST

VENUE – BRSABV Ekana Stadium, Lucknow

IPL Match 59 (LSG vs RCB): Team Overview

59th match played between Lucknow SuperGiants (LSG) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) is going to be an exciting contest. Both teams have a strong line-up. Lucknow team won 5 matches and lost 6 matches out of 11 and seventh position in point table, Whereas RCB team won 8 matches and lost 3 matches out of 11 matches and second position in point table.

Last time when both teams LSG VS RCB played between each other, Lucknow team scored 181 runs and RCB team failed to defend this total and lost the match by 27 runs

Both teams boast of strong batting & bowling attacks, so the battle between the batsmen and bowlers will be crucial in deciding the outcome of the match.

Lucknow Super Giants is a relatively new IPL team. The team has not been able to claim the IPL trophy in their name; however, this team is recognised as one of the strongest competitors in the Indian Premier League. Housing players like Pant, Badoni, Miller, Marsh, and others, the LSG has performed exceptionally well in recent matches, making fans anticipate a highly entertaining and tough game for the LSG vs RCB match.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru is a team that lives in the heart of its fans. Though a strong team, the RCB hasn’t been able to claim the IPL trophy once. The team rotates its players, bringing together a mix of experienced veterans and fresh talent. This year, the team houses Kohli, Salt, David, Dayal, and more, maintaining a balance of batters, bowlers, and all-rounders, providing it with the much-needed stability. The current score of the team has fans in high hopes for the LSG vs RCB match.

LSG vs RCB Pitch Report

Surface: Mixed soil (70% black, 30% red), slightly off-center, balanced but favors spinners. Red-soil pitch offers bounce and carry for pacers early, while black-soil aids spin in middle overs.

Behavior: Two-paced with grass patches, supports change-of-pace bowling. Batters thrive in powerplay (avg. run rate 8.94), but spinners dominate later.

Toss Strategy: Chasing preferred. Dew aids 2nd innings.

LSG vs RCB Weather Report

Conditions: Clear, warm, and dry.

Temperature: 28-32°C (evening).

Humidity: 35-49%, moderate

Precipitation: Lese chance of rain

Dew Factor: Low to moderate

Wind: North-West, 15-20 km/h, minimal impact

LSG vs RCB Venue Stats

    TOTAL MATCH                  18
AVERAGE SCORE                165+
  BATTING 1ST WON                  08
    BATTING 2ND WON                  10
          NO RESULT                  00

LSG vs RCB Head-to-Head Records

Here is the LSG vs RCB Head-to-Head Records:

TotalLSG WonRCB WonNo ResultTied
52300

LSG vs RCB Predicted XIs for Today’s IPL Match

Lucknow Super Giants Predicted XI : Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (WK/C), Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Akash Singh, Avesh Khan, Prince Yadav, Digvesh Singh

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Predicted XI : Jacob Bethell, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (C), Jitesh Sharma (WK), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Romario Shepherd, Lungisani Ngidi, Yash Dayal

Key Performers

LSG :

  • Mark Wood : Fast, aggressive opening spells (averaging 7.5 RPO).
  • David Miller : Crucial middle-order stability with a strike rate of 140+.
  • Rashid Khan : X-factor with bat and ball (economy under 7.0).

RCB :

  • Virat Kohli : Century drought in IPL 2025 adds motivation.
  • Glenn Maxwell : Finishing prowess (50+ average in death overs).
  • Mohammed Siraj : Relies on swing and yorkers (15+ wickets this season).

IPL Match 59 (LSG vs RCB): Toss Predictions 

It is now time to look at the LSG vs RCB toss predictions. Astrologically, the toss for this match seems to be in favour of LSG. The captain of LSG, Pant, has a little support from the divine. His chart recently sees a shift of the Sun into his 7th house. 

The transit of the Sun in Aries favours this placement, bringing him benefits in his profession. Additionally, this period will be dedicated to earning rewards for the previous hard work. Thus, winning the toss will be a reward from the universe to Pant for his previous efforts and hard work. 

LSG vs RCB Win Prediction

 

Considering the current form of both teams, RCB have higher chances to win the contest, whether they will bowl first or bat. RCB’s batters have shown great intent this season while their bowlers have been performing consistently. On the other hand, LSG have failed in both departments. Also out of the five matches played in Lucknow this season, the home side has managed to win only two. On the flip side, Royal Challengers Bengaluru have been dominant away from home. That gives the visitors an edge in this contest.

2025 IPL TEAM

Delhi Capitals  Sunrisers Hyderabad  Rajasthan Royals  Chennai Super kings  Gujrat Titans  Kolkata knight Riders  Lucknow Super Giants  Mumbai Indians Punjab Kings  Royal Challengers Bengaluru

MI VS LSG

MI vs LSG IPL 2025: Prediction, Playing XI, Pitch & X-Factors

The 45th match of the Indian Premier League 2025 promises fireworks as Mumbai Indians (MI) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) collide at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on Sunday. 

MI vs LSG Match Information

MatchMI vs LSG, 25th T20, IPL 2025
VenueWankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Date27th April 2025
Time3:30 PM (IST)
Live StreamingJiotstar
MI vs LSG

This match is set to be played between the Mumbai Indians and the Lucknow Super Giants, which is likely to be a very decisive encounter. Fans are also keeping an eye on this match. Meanwhile, the Mumbai Indians, who struggled at the start of this season, are now making a remarkable comeback.

Mumbai Indians have performed brilliantly so far in this season of IPL. Mumbai is not in the fourth position in the points table with 10 points, i.e., five wins in 9 matches. If MI wins against Lucknow Super Giants today, then its claim to reach the playoffs will be stronger.With both teams level on 10 points and battling for a top-four spot, this clash could define their playoff trajectories. 

While LSG won the last meeting between the two teams, they will start the upcoming game as underdogs because of the recent form of both teams. LSG have lost two of their last three games and will be looking to get back to winning ways.On the other hand, MI have won their last four games and will be eyeing another win. With form on their side, MI will also look to beat LSG at their home ground for the first time. As MI and LSG gear up for the match, we are taking a look at their head-to-head record.

MI vs LSG Head-to-Head Records- IPL 2025, Match 45:

StatsMatchesMI wonLSG wonDrawTiedNR
Overall716000
At Wankhede Stadium202000
In the last 5 matches51400o
In the ongoing IPL101000

Mumbai Indians – Lucknow Super Giants Key Points

  1. Lucknow won four of their last six IPL matches.
  2. Lucknow also won six of their seven IPL matches against Mumbai.
  3. Mumbai lost both the matches they hosted at the Wankhede against Lucknow.
  4. At this venue, Mumbai lost four of their eight recent matches.

MI vs LSG Pitch Report

The Wankhede Stadium is known for its batting-friendly surface, often favoring high-scoring encounters. Teams winning the toss may opt to chase due to the dew factor in the evening.

MI vs LSG Weather Report

The weather is expected to be sunny, with minimal chances of rain interrupting the proceedings. Clear skies, 26°C temperature , and low humidity —ideal for cricket

Venue Stats

  • Wankhede Stadium favors teams batting first, with 170+ totals common in IPL 2025.
  • Spinners have taken 45% of wickets here this season 9.

Team Strengths

MI’s Strength :

  • Power-packed batting : Rohit, Suryakumar, and Tilak Verma anchor explosive starts.
  • Death-bowling prowess : Bumrah and Archer excel in crunch overs.

LSG’s Strength :

  • All-round depth : Markram, Stoinis, and Marsh provide balance.
  • Spin options : Ravi Bishnoi and Shahbaz Ahmed counter spin-friendly pitches 29.

Match X-Factors

  • Tilak Verma (MI) : Aggressive middle-order batter capable of turning games.
  • Mitchell Marsh (LSG) : All-rounder with match-winning potential in pressure situations.

Lucknow Super Giants Predicted Playing XI

Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Abdul Samad, David Miller, Shardul Thakur, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Prince Yadav

Mumbai Indians Predicted Playing XI

Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Naman Dhir, Robin Minz, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Hardik Pandya

Who Will Win Between MI vs LSG Clash?

Mumbai Indians to win

Mumbai Indians’ squad strength suggests that they are stronger and the favourites to win the game but LSG’s all-round firepower makes this a tightly contested clash.

2025 IPL TEAM

Delhi Capitals  Sunrisers Hyderabad  Rajasthan Royals  Chennai Super kings  Gujrat Titans  Kolkata knight Riders  Lucknow Super Giants  Mumbai Indians Punjab Kings  Royal Challengers Bengaluru

LSG vs DC WIN

“LSG vs DC IPL 2025 Match 40: Delhi Capitals Win by 8 Wickets | Full Report

Delhi Capitals continued their strong show in the season with their sixth victory in eight games as they defeated Lucknow Super Giants by eight wickets.

LSG VS DC

Yesterday’s IPL Match – Result

Yesterday’s IPL MatchIPL MatchWho Won Yesterday’s IPL Match?
LSG vs DCMatch 40Delhi Capitals won by 8 wkts

Yesterday’s IPL Match Scoreboard

IPL 2025 Match 40: (LSG vs DC)

TeamScore
LSG159/6 (20 Over)
DC161/2 (17.5 Over)

Top Performers

 Most runs for DC: KL Rahul – 57* off 42 balls

Highest runs for LSG: Aiden Markram – 52 off 33 balls

 Most wickets for DC: Mukesh Kumar – 4/33

 Most wickets for LSG: Aiden Markram – 2/30 LSG vs DC,

IPL 2025 Award Winners

Curvv Super Striker of the Match: Ayush Badoni (LSG) – 171.42 strike rate

My11Circle Fantasy King of the Match: Mukesh Kumar (DC) – 175 fantasy points

 Angel One Super Sixes of the Match: Axar Patel (DC) – 4 sixes

Rupay on the Go 4s: Ayush Badoni (LSG) – 6 fours

TATA IPL Green Dot Balls of the Match: Mukesh Kumar (DC) – 11 dot balls

Player of the Match: Mukesh Kumar (DC) – 4 wickets for 33 runs

Turning Point:LSG vs DC

In a game filled with fireworks, it was a single delivery from Mitchell Starc that rewrote the script. At 99-1, Nicholas Pooran seemed ready to launch a brutal assault. But Starc, returning in the 12th over, outfoxed him with a slower ball that shattered his stumps and Lucknow’s momentum.

Pooran’s dismissal triggered a collapse that Delhi Capitals capitalised on with ruthless efficiency. The psychological edge Starc holds over Pooran deepened, making it a defining battle. From that delivery onward, the tide turned, proving once again how one ball in T20 cricket can shape the destiny of an entire match.

Unsung Hero: LSG vs DC

While Mukesh Kumar stole the headlines, it was Abhishek Porel who quietly set the stage for Delhi Capitals’ smooth chase. Opening the innings, the young left-hander scored a classy 51 off 36 balls, giving DC a flying start in a tricky 160-run chase. His knock blended elegance with maturity, keeping the pressure off the middle order.

Porel’s timing, control and smart shot selection ensured Delhi never fell behind the rate. Though he departed in the 12th over, his composed effort was the blueprint for Delhi’s dominance—an understated yet critical contribution that made him the unsung hero of the match.

Playing XI: LSG vs DC

Lucknow Super Giants: Aiden Markram Mitchell Marsh Nicholas Pooran Rishabh Pant (c & wk) Abdul Samad David Miller Shardul Thakur Digvesh Singh Rathi Ravi Bishnoi Avesh Khan Prince Yadav

Impact substitute: Ayush Badoni (IN), Mitchell Marsh (OUT)

Delhi Capitals: Abhishek Porel Karun Nair KL Rahul (wk) Axar Patel (c) Tristan Stubbs Ashutosh Sharma Vipraj Nigam Mitchell Starc Kuldeep Yadav Dushmantha Chameera Mukesh Kumar

Impact substitute: Not Availed

2025 IPL TEAM

Delhi Capitals  Sunrisers Hyderabad  Rajasthan Royals  Chennai Super kings  Gujrat Titans  Kolkata knight Riders  Lucknow Super Giants  Mumbai Indians Punjab Kings  Royal Challengers Bengaluru

RR VS LSG

“RR vs LSG: Match Prediction & Key Insights for IPL 2024”

RR will clash with LSG in the thirty-sixth match of the IPL 2025 on 19th April at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur.

Match Info

MatchRR vs LSG, Match 36, Indian Premier League,T20
DateSaturday, April 19th, 2025
Time7:30 pm IST
VenueSawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
RR VS LSG 36th match

Rajasthan Royals Preview

Sanju Samson’s team finds itself in a spot of bother. The side has lost the last three games, and they will be upset with their loss against the Delhi Capitals in the last game. In a thrilling contest, the team lost in the Super Over. They must win this game to keep hopes alive for the rest of the season. Samson must lead from the front in this must-win game and take his side to victory. 

Sanju Samson and Yashasvi Jaiswal batted well in the last game, and the team expects a positive start from the pair. The middle has struggled a bit in the last couple of games, and the team needs partnerships with Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag, and Dhruv Jurel. Shimron Hetmyer is a good finisher, and he must add quick runs in the lower middle order with Wanindu Hasaranga and Shubham Dubey. 

Jofra Archer bowled well in the last game, and the team expects him to make early inroads with Tushar Deshpande, as the Super Giants have good players at the top. Waninndu Hasaranga is the key bowler in this attack and must do well with Maheesh Theekshana. The team expects good spells in the supporting role from Sandeep Sharma and Riyan Parag in this must-win game. 

Rajasthan Royals Predicted Playing XI:

Sanju Samson (c & wk), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Nitish Rana, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Sandeep Sharma, Tushar Deshpande, Shubham Dubey (Impact Player)

Lucknow Super Giants Preview

Rishabh Pant’s team went down against the Chennai Super Kings in the last game by 5 wickets. The Lucknow Super Giants’ skipper will be upset with the loss, as they had the game in the bag but let it slip with poor bowling in the final overs. The side has a strong batting lineup, but the bowling attack hasn’t been at its best. Pant wants a better show from his bowlers in this game. 

Aiden Markram missed out on the last game, and he must play a good knock at the top and deliver a flying start with Mitchell Marsh. Nicholas Pooran is enjoying a good season and will look to do well in the middle order with Rishab Pant and Ayush Badoni. The lower middle order packs a punch, and the team expects runs from Abdul Samad, David Miller, and Shardul Thakur. 

The bowlers must get over their sloppy performance in the last game. Shardul Thakur and Akash Deep struggled with their line and length, and the team would like to see them deliver early wickets. Ravi Bishnoi is the main bowler in this attack, and he must have bowled well. in the middle phase of the innings with Digvesh Singh Rathi. Avesh Khan and Markram must do well in the supporting role.

Lucknow Super Giants Predicted Playing XI:

Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Shardul Thakur, Avesh Khan, Akash Deep, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Ravi Bishnoi (Impact Player).

RR vs LSG Head-to-Head Record:

TeamsMatches Won
Rajasthan Royals4
Lucknow Super Giants1

RR vs LSG Weather & Pitch Report:

Temperature33°C
Weather ForecastScattered Clouds
Pitch BehaviourBatting-friendly
Best Suited ToPace
Average 1st innings score183

Record of chasing teams:

RecordsGood
Winning %56%

Toss: To Bowl

The side chasing the score has won the last four games at this venue. Defending scores are tough as the wicket is good to bat on throughout the game. Both captains will take a cue from the recent results here and bowl first upon winning the toss.

RR vs LSG Chance of Winning

Rajasthan Royals have struggled to make a mark this season as they have five defeats in seven matches thus far and are currently eighth on the table. Rajasthan Royals need to turn things around in the second half of the campaign if they aspire to make the playoffs this season. In the last game they lost against DC.

Lucknow Super Giants have made a decent start to the campaign. Even though their front line fast bowlers have struggled for consistency they have still managed to win four games thus far and are currently fifth on the table. As per our calculations, Lucknow Super Giants are favourites in the upcoming game.

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