Match Details
- Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Lucknow Super Giants, Match 36
- Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
- Live Telecast: Star Sports Network & JioCinema App
Toss Prediction: Who Will Win the Toss Today RR vs LSG?
Based on past toss records and current season trends, Rajasthan Royals are likely to win the toss.
Lucknow SuperGiants Won & Batted First
Toss Stats: RR vs LSG
| Team | Matches Played | Tosses Won | Toss Win % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | 5 | 4 | 80% |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 5 | 1 | 20% |
Rajasthan Royals have a dominant toss record against LSG, especially at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium. In fact, they won the toss and chose to bat in their last match here, posting 193 runs and winning by 20 runs.
Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s Match?
It’s expected to be a tight battle, but Rajasthan Royals might edge past LSG in this must-win encounter at home.
Key Factors for Match Outcome:
- Home Advantage: RR have a strong record at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium.
- Head-to-Head: RR lead 4-1 against LSG in IPL history.
- Pitch Behavior: Chasing sides generally have a better success rate in Jaipur.
Pitch Report: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
The pitch in Jaipur has offered a balanced contest. Early on, pacers might get some help, but as the game progresses, the surface becomes easier for batting. Historically, teams chasing have won 65% of the matches here.
- Average 1st Innings Score: 161–165
- Best Option After Toss: Bowl first
- Dew Factor: Likely in second innings
Weather Report
Clear skies are expected in Jaipur with no chance of rain. Temperature will hover around 30–33°C at match time with minimal wind.
Head-to-Head Record: RR vs LSG
| Matches | RR Won | LSG Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
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Key Players to Watch
Rajasthan Royals
- Yashasvi Jaiswal – 233 runs in 7 matches, striking at 138+
- Sanju Samson – Consistent form, strong captaincy
- Jofra Archer – 7 wickets this season, deadly in powerplay
Lucknow Super Giants
- Nicholas Pooran – 357 runs in 7 games, strike rate 208.77
- Ravi Bishnoi – Economical and effective in middle overs
- Shardul Thakur – 11 wickets, LSG’s leading wicket-taker
Predicted Playing XIs
Rajasthan Royals (RR)
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (c & wk), Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Nitish Rana, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Sandeep Sharma, Tushar Deshpande
Impact Player: Shubham Dubey / Kumar Kartikeya
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), David Miller, Abdul Samad, Shardul Thakur, Avesh Khan, Akash Deep, Digvesh Singh Rathi
Impact Player: Ravi Bishnoi
Match Scenarios & Predictions
| Scenario | 1st Innings Score | Likely Winner |
|---|---|---|
| RR Bat First | 170–180 | LSG Narrow Win |
| LSG Bat First | 185–195 | LSG Likely to Win |
| RR Bowl First | Chasing ~185 | RR Slight Edge |
UcCricket Verdict:
- Toss Winner: Rajasthan Royals
- Match Winner: Rajasthan Royals (In a close contest)
