Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) will take on each other in the 13th match of the IPL 2025. Their match will occur at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, on April 1 at 7:30 PM (IST). It will be LSG’s first match at home in the ongoing season, while PBKS will be touring a different venue.
Both teams are coming into this game on the back of a win. While PBKS won a high-scoring thriller against Gujarat Titans in the latter’s backyard, LSG also hammered Sunrisers Hyderabad on their home turf. LSG had lost a thriller against DC by a solitary wicket and came back in style. Meanwhile, PBKS will play just their second match in the season and will hope to continue their winning run.
Both teams have some of the best players in the world in their lineup. While LSG has the likes of Rishabh Pant, Nicholas Pooran, Mitchell Marsh, and others in their lineup, PBKS has Yuzvendra Chahal, Shreyas Iyer, Arshdeep Singh, Glenn Maxwell, and others. One can expect a good fight between bat and ball, leading to a close finish.
LSG vs PBKS Match Details
| Match | Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) vs Punjab Kings (PBKS), Match 13, IPL 2025 |
| Venue | Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| Date & Time | Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 7:30 PM (IST) |
| Live Broadcast and Streaming Details | Sports18/Star Sports Network, JioHotstar |
Ekana Stadium Pitch Report
The Ekana stadium surface has assisted spinners over the years. It is slow, and the ball does not come easily onto the bat. Slower bowlers get some grip and turn from the surface. The wicket could be similar for this game too.
The stadium has relatively longer boundaries considering Indian standards. Spinners would love to make use of it by tossing the ball up frequently. Pacers with variations can make a difference. Not offering pace would be key for the bowlers. Batters must rotate the strike well in the middle overs and make the most of the batting conditions in the Powerplay overs.
Top Player Picks for LSG vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction
Mitchell Marsh (LSG):
- Mitchell Marsh has looked in ominous touch in the first two games. He will enjoy playing in Lucknow and can score big.
- Mitchell Marsh was dismissed on a duck in his only T20 innings in Lucknow.
- Mitchell Marsh has done well against most PBKS bowlers. He should thrive against them.
- Mitchell Marsh’s last five scores: 52, 72, 0, 2, & 31.
Rishabh Pant (LSG):
- Rishabh Pant hasn’t looked in good touch in the first two matches. However, he is a quality player and will enjoy playing in Lucknow.
- Rishabh Pant has 46 runs at a strike rate of 153.33 in two innings in Lucknow
- Rishabh Pant vs Yuzvendra Chahal in T20s: 83 runs, 59 balls, 27.66 average, 140.67 SR, & 3 dismissals.
- Rishabh Pant vs Glenn Maxwell in T20s: 11 runs, 12 balls, 5.50 average, 91.66 SR, & 2 dismissals.
- Rishabh Pant’s previous five scores: 15, 0, 2*, 49, & 0.
Avesh Khan (LSG):
- Avesh Khan has 3 wickets at 38.66 runs apiece in four innings in Lucknow.
- Avesh Khan vs RHBs in IPL since 2024: 12 wickets, 30 average, & 9.91 economy rate. Avesh Khan vs LHBs in IPL since 2024: 9 wickets, 23.44 average, & 9.38 economy rate.
- Avesh Khan’s last five figures: 1/45, 0/18, 1/36, 2/51, & 2/17.
Marcus Stoinis (PBKS):
- Marcus Stoinis will contribute with both bat and ball. He has previous experience playing in Lucknow.
- Marcus Stoinis has 336 runs at an average of 30.54 and a strike rate of 136.03 in 14 innings in Lucknow. He also has 5 wickets at an average of 19.80 and a strike rate of 15.60 in seven innings here.
- Marcus Stoinis’ last five scores: 20, 0, 55*, 0, & 15. Marcus Stoinis’ previous five figures: 0/31, 1/22, 0/41, 1/18, & 1/4.
Yuzvendra Chahal (PBKS):
- Yuzvendra Chahal has two wickets in three innings in Lucknow.
- Yuzvendra Chahal vs RHBs in IPL since 2024: 13 wickets, 24.76 average, & 8.66 economy rate. Yuzvendra Chahal vs LHBs in IPL since 2024: 5 wickets, 51.60 average, & 10.83 economy rate.
- Yuzvendra Chahal’s last five figures: 0/34, 0/22, 0/22, 1/13, & 1/22.
Top Captaincy and Vice-Captaincy Picks for LSG vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction
Nicholas Pooran (LSG):
- Nicholas Pooran is a popular captaincy option for this game. He will contribute with both bat and ball.
- Nicholas Pooran has 221 runs at an average of 22.10 and a strike rate of 127.74 in 15 innings in Lucknow.
- Nicholas Pooran’s previous five scores: 70, 75, 42, 8, & 58*.
Shardul Thakur (LSG):
- Shardul Thakur will contribute with both bat and ball. His recent form has been good.
- Shardul Thakur vs RHBs in IPL since 2024: 7 wickets, 34.28 average, & 9.47 economy rate. Shardul Thakur vs LHBs in IPL since 2024: 4 wickets, 30.50 average, & 9.89 economy rate.
- Shardul Thakur’s last five figures: 4/34, 2/19, 2/41, 1/46, & 0/41.
Shreyas Iyer (PBKS):
- Shreyas Iyer is another popular captaincy option for this game. He played brilliantly in the last game.
- Shreyas Iyer has 80 runs at a strike rate of 186.04 in two innings in Lucknow. He also has a fifty here.
- Shreyas Iyer has done well against most LSG bowlers. He can score big again.
- Shreyas Iyer’s previous five scores: 97*, 16, 46, 5, & 25.
LSG vs PBKS Player to Avoid
Abdul Samad (LSG):
- Abdul Samad will bat low in the order. He might not get enough balls to face.
- Abdul Samad hasn’t been as consistent in the league. He can be avoided for this game.
Grand League Team for LSG vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction
Small League Team for LSG vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction
LSG vs PBKS Predicted Playing 11:
Lucknow Super Giants
Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (C & WK), Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Shahbaz Ahmed, Shardul Thakur, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Prince Yadav.
Impact substitutes: Abdul Samad/Manimaran Siddharth
Punjab Kings
Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer (C), Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Suryansh Shedge, Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal.
Impact substitutes: Nehal Wadhera/Harpreet Brar