Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will take on Punjab Kings (PBKS) in match number 13 of TATA IPL 2025 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. This match promises high-voltage drama as both sides are coming off dominant wins.
Match Date: 1st April 2025
Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Time: 7:30 PM IST
- LSG thumped SRH in their last game with Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsh firing on all cylinders.
- PBKS, on the other hand, chased down a huge score against Gujarat Titans thanks to Shreyas Iyer’s unbeaten 97 and Shashank Singh’s explosive finish.
This will be LSG’s first home match of IPL 2025, and they’ll look to take advantage of home conditions. But Punjab’s fearless batting and strong bowling attack make them a serious challenge.
Toss Prediction: Who Will Win the Toss Today?
| Toss Stats | LSG | PBKS |
|---|---|---|
| Total Tosses (Recent IPL) | 15 | 11 |
| Tosses Won | 7 | 8 |
| Toss Win % | 46% | 72% |
| Toss Win % at Home/Away | 28% (home) | 60% (away) |
✅ Likely Toss Winner Today: Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Punjab Kings have been more successful in tosses overall, and their away toss win percentage stands strong. With dew likely in the second innings, the toss-winning captain is expected to bowl first.
PBKS won the toss and chose to bowl
Pitch Report – Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
- The pitch in Lucknow is a balanced surface with a slight edge to bowlers, especially spinners.
- Batters can score well in the powerplay but will need to rotate strike in the middle overs.
- Dew is expected, making chasing slightly easier in the second innings.
Know More:- LSG vs PBKS Head to Head
Average 1st Innings Score: 166
Highest Total at Venue (IPL): 235/6 (KKR vs LSG in IPL 2024)
Chasing Advantage: Yes, 4 out of 7 games in 2024 were won by chasing teams.
Head-to-Head Record: LSG vs PBKS
| Matches Played | LSG Won | PBKS Won |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3 | 1 |
Lucknow Super Giants have dominated the head-to-head record so far.
Key Players to Watch
Lucknow Super Giants
- Nicholas Pooran – 145 runs in 2 matches, SR 258.92
- Mitchell Marsh – Solid top-order form
- Shardul Thakur – 6 wickets in 2 games
Punjab Kings
- Shreyas Iyer – 97* in the last match
- Arshdeep Singh – 2 wickets vs GT
- Shashank Singh – Brisk 44 off 16 balls
Win Probability & Predicted Scores
| Scenario | 1st Innings Score | Win Prediction |
|---|---|---|
| PBKS bats first | 170-180 | LSG to win |
| LSG bats first | 180-190 | PBKS to win |
Winning Strategy:
- Bowl first, use slower bowlers and spinners early.
- Chase under the dew, targeting 9+ run rate in last 10 overs.
Read Also:- LSG vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction
Today’s Toss & Match Prediction
| Category | Prediction |
|---|---|
| Toss Winner | Punjab Kings |
| Match Winner | Punjab Kings |
| Toss Decision | Bowl first |
| Player of Match | Nicholas Pooran / Shreyas Iyer |
