Match 61 of TATA IPL 2025 brings a crucial face-off between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Monday, 19 May 2025 at 7:30 PM IST. The battle takes place at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.
For LSG, this is a must-win game to stay alive in the playoff race. They sit at 7th place with 10 points from 11 matches. Meanwhile, SRH has been eliminated but would love to spoil LSG’s chances and end their own season on a high.
Match Overview
| Match Details | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | LSG vs SRH, Match 61, IPL 2025 |
| Date & Time | 19 May 2025, 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| Broadcast | Star Sports Network, JioHotstar |
Toss Prediction: Who Will Win the Toss Today?
Based on past stats and current toss trends:
Likely Toss Winner: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
Sunrisers Hyderabad Won & Chose to Bowl
- SRH have a slightly better toss record in recent IPL matches compared to LSG.
- Toss plays a crucial role at the Ekana Stadium where teams chasing have won 4 out of 5 matches this season.
- Both captains are expected to opt to bowl first if they win the toss, considering dew factor.
Pitch Report – Ekana Stadium, Lucknow
- Average 1st innings score: 166–170
- Nature: Balanced, but slows down as match progresses.
- Batting Conditions: Better early on; tough for new batters later.
- Bowling Support: Spinners and cutters get grip in 2nd innings.
- Dew factor: Likely in the 2nd innings – chasing is easier.
Teams chasing have won 10 out of 19 matches at this venue overall.
Weather Report – 19 May 2025, Lucknow
- Temperature: ~35°C during the game
- Humidity: Moderate, with chances of dew
- Rain: No interruption expected
Head-to-Head Record: LSG vs SRH
| Stats | LSG | SRH |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 5 | |
| Wins | 4 | 1 |
| Last Match (Mar 27, 2025) | LSG won by 5 wickets |
Team Form – Last 5 Matches
| Team | Recent Form (Last 5) | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| LSG | ❌ ❌ ❌ ✅ ❌ | 10 | -0.469 |
| SRH | ❌ ✅ ❌ ❌ 🔄 (No Result) | 7 | -1.19 |
Read Also:- IPL 2025 Points Table
Toss Decisions & Match Results – LSG vs SRH IPL Recent Seasons
| Result | Match | Date | Toss (Winner & Decision) | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucknow Super Giants won by 5 wkts | SRH vs LSG, 7th Match, IPL 2025 | Thu, Mar 27, 2025 | Lucknow Super Giants (Opt to bowl) | 7:30 PM | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 10 wkts | SRH vs LSG, 57th Match, IPL 2024 | Wed, May 08, 2024 | Lucknow Super Giants (Opt to bat) | 7:30 PM | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
| Lucknow Super Giants won by 5 wkts | LSG vs SRH, 10th Match, IPL 2023 | Fri, Apr 07, 2023 | Sunrisers Hyderabad (Opt to bat) | 7:30 PM | Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium, Lucknow |
| Lucknow Super Giants won by 7 wkts | SRH vs LSG, 58th Match, IPL 2023 | Sat, May 13, 2023 | Sunrisers Hyderabad (Opt to bat) | 3:30 PM | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
Key Players to Watch
LSG
- Mitchell Marsh: 378 runs in 10 innings, SR 155.55, 4 fifties
- Nicholas Pooran: 410 runs in 11 innings, SR 201.00
- Digvesh Rathi: 12 wickets in 11 matches, Econ 8.09
- Aiden Markram: 348 runs in 11 innings, consistent anchor
SRH
- Abhishek Sharma: 314 runs in 11 innings, SR 180.45
- Harshal Patel: 14 wickets in 10 games, Avg 22.92
- Pat Cummins: Economy 4.75 in previous match
- Travis Head: Doubtful for this match due to recent illness
Probable Playing XIs
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Abdul Samad, Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Akash Maharaj Singh, Digvesh Rathi, Avesh Khan, Ravi Bishnoi, Prince Yadav
Impact Player: Mitchell Marsh
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Heinrich Klaasen, Aniket Verma, Sachin Baby, Abhinav Manohar, Pat Cummins (c), Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Zeeshan Ansari, Eshan Malinga
Impact Player: Travis Head / Kamindu Mendis
Today’s Match Prediction: Who Will Win?
Scenario 1 – If SRH Bat First:
- Powerplay: 55–60 runs
- Final Score: 160–170
- Winner: LSG Likely to Chase Successfully
Scenario 2 – If LSG Bat First:
- Powerplay: 60–65 runs
- Final Score: 180–190
- Winner: LSG Favourites to Defend
See More:- LSG vs SRH Match Prediction
Final Verdict
Toss Winner: Sunrisers Hyderabad (likely)
Match Winner Prediction: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have the better balance and past record, especially if Marsh or Pooran clicks.
With playoff hopes on the line, Lucknow Super Giants will give everything they’ve got. While SRH may win the toss and opt to bowl, LSG’s top order and recent momentum could help them stay in the playoff hunt. Fans can expect a tight contest under the lights at Ekana!
