- Date: May 27, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
- Match: 70th Match of IPL 2025
- Win Probability: LSG – 43% | RCB – 57%
IPL 2025 Points Table Standing
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | Draw | Points | NRR | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RCB | 13 | 8 | 4 | q | 17 | +0.255 | 3rd |
| LSG | 13 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 12 | -0.337 | 6th |
Match Overview & Importance
Regardless of the fact that neither team will make it to the playoffs, Match 70 provides a chance to test out bench strength and try to finish the season on a high note. Since the emphasis on pride alongside player form heading into the next season is crucial, expect a more relaxed but fierce clash.
Head-to-Head Record: LSG vs. RCB
| Matches Played | LSG Wins | RCB Wins | No Result | Tie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Last Encounter: RCB won convincingly, powered by their strong top order.
Key Note: RCB leads the H2H battle slightly, but LSG has had moments of brilliance against them.
Pitch Report – Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Nature: Balanced and if at all, batting conditions tend to be favorable in the early hours, while later the spinners are favored.
First Innings Average Score: 160-170
Conditions: Clear skies, approximately 30°C, no rain to even think about.
Strategy: Teams seem to find it a bit advantageous to bat first; the pitch tends to slow after the 1st inning.
Key Players to Watch: Top Performers in LSG vs. RCB Clashes
Top Batting Performers:
Nicholas Pooran (LSG): 62* in a previous match vs. RCB.
KL Rahul (Former LSG): Consistent top-order anchor in earlier seasons.
Marcus Stoinis (former LSG): Match-winning 65-run innings.
Top Bowling Performers:
Ravi Bishnoi (LSG): 3/27—Effective leg-spin against RCB.
Avesh Khan (LSG): 4-wicket haul in past encounter.
Mohsin Khan (LSG): Left-arm pace threat—3/20 in past games.
Predicted Playing XIs: LSG vs RCB
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
- Rishabh Pant (C & WK)
- Mitchell Marsh
- Aiden Markram
- Nicholas Pooran
- David Miller
- Ayush Badoni
- Shardul Thakur
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Avesh Khan
- Akash Deep
- Mayank Yadav
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
Virat Kohli
Phil Salt (WK)
Rajat Patidar (C)
Liam Livingstone
Tim David
Krunal Pandya
Romario Shepherd
Josh Hazlewood
Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Yash Dayal
Suyash Sharma
Fantasy Cricket Tips: LSG vs RCB
Top Captain Picks:
Virat Kohli (RCB): In great form, reliable run-getter.
Mitchell Marsh (LSG): All-around potential to score and take wickets.
Vice-Captain Picks:
Nicholas Pooran (LSG): Explosive middle-order batsman.
Liam Livingstone (RCB): Dynamic all-rounder.
Top Bowlers:
Josh Hazlewood (RCB): Death overs specialist.
Ravi Bishnoi (LSG): Wicket-taking spinner.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar (RCB): Early swing threat.
Avesh Khan (LSG): Known for big-match breakthroughs.
Players to Avoid:
Ayush Badoni (LSG): Inconsistent season.
Suyash Sharma (RCB): Limited impact in 2025.
Suggested Fantasy Team
WK: Nicholas Pooran
BAT: A Badoni, Virat Kohli (C), Rajat Patidar, J Bethell
ALL-R: Krunal Pandya (VC), Aiden Markram
BOWL: Mayank Yadav, Yash Dayal, Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar
LSG vs RCB: Key Takeaways for Fantasy Users
Prioritize top-order batters for max fantasy points.
Include in-form all-rounders like Marsh and Livingstone.
Ekana pitch suits spinners later, so include Bishnoi or Pandya.
Chasing teams have a slight disadvantage, so lean towards bowlers from the first bowling side.
How to Book RCB vs. LSG Tickets Online?
Go to LSG's official IPL ticketing platforms or their respective websites. As this is LSG's home match, it will attract supporters from both cities. Purchases should be made in advance to prevent congested rushes near the deadline!
Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s Match?
On current form and recent performances, Royal Challengers Bengaluru go into the clash as favorites.
RCB Strengths: With bat, form players (Kohli, Patidar); pace attack led by Hazlewood.
LSG Challenges: Inconsistency at the top; weak at the finishing stages.
Predicted Winner: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
Final Predictions
Remember, the last league encounter of IPL 2025 may not influence the playoff spots, but it will deliver thrills and create personal milestones. In fact, this is fantasy gold! All die-hard fans cannot afford to miss the clash of LSG vs. RCB while they either watch or contemplate playing Vision11!
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