Like Gujarat Titans, LSG are relatively newcomers to the league and made an impactful debut with two strong seasons that saw them reach both playoffs, though ultimately being knocked out at Eliminator stage both times. Their home ground is Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
LSG have assembled an explosive batting lineup featuring players like Priyansh Arya, Aiden Markram, Kyle Mayers and Nicholas Pooran that have the capability of taking control of any match they play against their opposition.
Last Match Scorecard Played on 19 Apr 2026
PBKS Innings – 254/7 (20 Overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prabhsimran Singh | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Priyansh Arya | 93 | 37 | 7 | 9 | 251.35 |
| Cooper Connolly | 87 | 45 | 8 | 7 | 193.33 |
| Shreyas Iyer | 15 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 166.67 |
| Marcus Stoinis | 29 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 241.67 |
| Others | 30 | 16 | — | — | — |
Extras: 0
Total: 254/7 (20 Overs)
LSG Bowling
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Yadav | 4 | 0 | 25 | 2 | 6.25 |
| Ravi Bishnoi | 4 | 0 | 44 | 1 | 11.00 |
| Mohsin Khan | 4 | 0 | 58 | 1 | 14.50 |
| Shardul Thakur | 4 | 0 | 61 | 1 | 15.25 |
LSG Innings – 200/5 (20 Overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Marsh | 40 | 28 | 3 | 2 | 142.86 |
| Aiden Markram | 42 | 31 | 4 | 2 | 135.48 |
| Rishabh Pant | 43 | 23 | 1 | 4 | 186.96 |
| Ayush Badoni | 35 | 21 | 5 | 1 | 166.67 |
| Nicholas Pooran | 28 | 15 | 2 | 2 | 186.67 |
Extras: 12
Total: 200/5 (20 Overs)
PBKS Bowling
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marco Jansen | 4 | 0 | 37 | 2 | 9.25 |
| Arshdeep Singh | 4 | 0 | 35 | 1 | 8.75 |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | 4 | 0 | 41 | 1 | 10.25 |
| Vijaykumar Vyshak | 4 | 0 | 44 | 1 | 11.00 |
Result: Punjab Kings won by 54 runs. Priyansh Arya’s 93 off 37 balls and his 182-run partnership with Cooper Connolly were the biggest turning points of the match.
Last 5 Matches Between Lucknow Super Giants and Punjab Kings
| Date | Tournament | Scorecard | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Apr 2026 | IPL | PBKS 254/7 vs LSG 200/5 | Punjab Kings won by 54 runs |
| 04 May 2025 | IPL | PBKS 236/5 vs LSG 199/7 | Punjab Kings won by 37 runs |
| 01 Apr 2025 | IPL | LSG 171/7 vs PBKS 177/2 | Punjab Kings won by 8 wickets |
| 30 Mar 2024 | IPL | LSG 199/8 vs PBKS 178/5 | Lucknow Super Giants won by 21 runs |
| 28 Apr 2023 | IPL | PBKS 201/10 vs LSG 257/5 | Lucknow Super Giants won by 56 runs |
Punjab Kings have won 3 of the last 5 matches, while LSG have won 2 matches in recent head-to-head contests. The rivalry has become increasingly high-scoring, with multiple matches crossing the 200-run mark.
Key Highlights
- PBKS posted 254/7 in IPL 2026, which became one of the highest totals in the rivalry.
- LSG’s 257/5 in IPL 2023 remains one of their most dominant batting performances against Punjab.
- PBKS successfully chased 177 in only 16.2 overs during IPL 2025.
- Recent meetings have largely favored batting-heavy teams with aggressive top-order performances.
Head-to-Head Record
LSG suffered an agonizing defeat against RCB at M Chinnaswamy Stadium during their previous match, batting first and managing only to score 146 runs despite some encouraging efforts from Mitchell Marsh, Marcus Stoinis and Rishabh Pant who all scored 40-plus runs each but were never able to push on and establish an acceptable total score.
PBKS have taken three of their six matches against LSG in the Indian Premier League and won two at Lucknow and one at Ekana Cricket Stadium.
The Super Kings will look to stop their slide against an LSG team with low standing, though any win may not be enough as it would come too late for qualification of playoffs; they will require help from Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals if this goal is reached.
The Super Kings’ recent performances have been mixed and inconsistent; therefore they need to do everything possible to salvage this situation quickly. Their lineup features players such as Quinton de Kock, Prabhsimran Singh and Sam Curran who could help turn things around quickly; however, finding their ideal XI quickly is of the utmost importance for success.
Batting Analysis
PBKS’s batting form has been inconsistent throughout this tournament with some noticeable issues. Nicholas Pooran still has not found his full potential but seems to be in better form than when they started. Mitchell Marsh and Josh Inglis have shown improvement with their bat, while Priyansh Arya, Samad Badoni and Sheikh Rohan-Din all played crucial roles with theirs as well.
Rishabh Pant, with 3,700 career runs, leads the franchise’s lineup. Alongside him are Marsh (2.503), Pooran (2,366), Markram (1,602) and Arya (385). They play their home matches at Ekana Cricket Stadium and place more value on marquee Indian batsmen over international depth in terms of squad construction.
Best Batting Performances in LSG Against PBKS
| Player | Score | Balls | Strike Rate | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcus Stoinis | 72 | 40 | 180.00 | IPL 2023 |
| Ayush Badoni | 73 | 40 | 182.50 | IPL |
| Kyle Mayers | 54 | 24 | 225.00 | IPL 2023 |
| Nicholas Pooran | 45 | 19 | 236.84 | IPL 2023 |
| KL Rahul | 74 | 56 | 132.14 | IPL |
Additionally, they boast an improved pace attack depth that can cause havoc across different tracks. Mohammed Shami offers new-ball swing and experience; Mayank Yadav brings express pace; Avesh Khan provides variations; Anrich Nortje and Mohsin Khan can add real bite at crucial stages; however, managing injuries and stabilizing the middle order remain key challenges as PBKS chase their first IPL title.
Key Highlights
- Marcus Stoinis played a match-defining 72 off 40 balls during LSG’s massive 257/5 total against PBKS in IPL 2023.
- Ayush Badoni produced one of the highest individual scores by an LSG batter against Punjab with an aggressive strike rate above 180.
- Kyle Mayers gave LSG explosive starts and scored at more than 225 strike rate in a memorable innings.
- Nicholas Pooran has also been among the most consistent LSG run scorers in this rivalry.
These innings helped shape LSG’s batting identity against PBKS, especially in high-scoring contests where totals frequently crossed 200.
Bowling Analysis
Lucknow Super Giants were one of two new teams added to the IPL for 2022 and have had mixed fortunes during their inaugural two seasons. Although making both playoffs, they failed to go beyond making it to Eliminator against Royal Challengers Bengaluru; and were ultimately knocked out of both campaigns by Mumbai Indians.
While the team’s batting unit has been strong, their bowling unit has struggled. Players like Mohsin Khan, Arshdeep Singh and Yuzvendra Chahal have all gone hot and cold during this tournament.
Best Bowling Performances in LSG Against PBKS
| Player | Wickets | Best Bowling Figures | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayank Yadav | 3 | 3/27 | IPL 2024 |
| Mohsin Khan | 5 | 3/24 | IPL |
| Ravi Bishnoi | 5 | 2/18 | IPL |
| Naveen-ul-Haq | 3 | 3/30 | IPL |
| Krunal Pandya | 2 | 2/26 | IPL |
Key Highlights
- Mayank Yadav produced one of the most impactful spells in this rivalry with 3/27, using extreme pace to break PBKS’s top order in IPL 2024.
- Mohsin Khan and Ravi Bishnoi have been among LSG’s most successful wicket-takers against Punjab across multiple seasons.
- LSG bowlers often found success through pace variations and middle-over wickets rather than pure containment.
- The LSG vs PBKS rivalry has increasingly become batting-dominant, with recent totals of 257/5 and 254/7 showing how difficult it has been for bowlers.
Mohammed Shami has already taken eight wickets this tournament and will look to continue his fine form against Punjab Kings. With Anrich Nortje and spinners like Hasaranga and Digvesh Rathi also contributing, LSG’s bowling attack certainly appears formidable.
As Ekana Cricket Stadium is well-known as a batsman-friendly venue – nine out of 13 matches played since IPL 2025 has begun have been won by teams chasing teams – it is crucial for the batting unit to perform strongly and provide support for bowlers early. A solid performance from their batting unit could turn around their poor run of form.
Team Performance
LSG kicked off their IPL journey strongly in 2022, finishing third in their group stage and qualifying for playoffs for only the second time despite losing out to Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Eliminator. Overall though, their season was considered successful; KL Rahul, Kyle Mayers and Nicholas Pooran made notable contributions with bat while Afghanistan seamer Naveen-ul-Haq took 11 wickets across eight league games – something many other teams found difficult.
LSG were one of the top teams in their league despite missing out on an opportunity to qualify for playoffs, and will look to build upon their strong showing and finish out this season successfully.
Punjab Kings come into this match with a 2-7-9 record and an NRR that falls well under 0.40, having not won in four of their most recent matches. In order to advance to the last eight stage, changes must occur quickly for them if they want any chance at making it that far.
Home side will hope Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh find some form to restart their campaign, otherwise the task will become even harder.
Lockie Ferguson and Yuzvendra Chahal’s failures as bowlers for Punjab King have become a source of concern, while Sikandar Raza’s appearance has been welcomed; after taking 24 wickets during IPL 2021 for Delhi Capitals he has proven invaluable at top of order batting positions for his side; only time will tell whether this youngster continues his impressive form into 2023 and beyond.
Records and Milestones
LSG knew they faced an uphill struggle at Ekana, and were soon punished early on by Mitchell Marsh’s 28-ball 40 and Rishabh Pant’s 23-ball 43, both kept them close in terms of keeping pace, yet were ultimately unable to wrest control away from PKL and win their match.
Ayush Badoni’s first-ball six against spinner Mohsin Khan set the tone early, as he later hit two consecutive boundaries off him to help his side reach 50 runs in five overs. A fine catch by Bartlett ended their 61-run partnership and ensured the pressure from PKL bowlers would continue.
Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly then unleashed an extraordinary six-over onslaught against Avesh Khan – scoring 32 runs off just this single over with five sixes from it! This helped PKL race ahead to an unassailable total of 179/1 by the 13th over, setting themselves up for an innings win.
Prince Yadav broke this destructive partnership by dismissing Connolly for an impressive 46-ball 87 which featured eight fours and seven towering sixes – it proved crucial as Connolly was looking in dangerous form throughout his innings.
Later, Kagiso Rabada continued his impressive bowling form by taking two wickets himself, along with Naveen Ul Haq and Ravi Bishnoi taking another two each. This ensured the Kings remained unbeaten through three matches to start this year’s competition, averaging nearly one run-per-ball as they edge closer toward becoming top four contenders.
