Match 13 of the IPL 2025 features LSG vs PBKS. Check out the pitch report, dream team, key players, X factor, and match prediction for today’s spine-tingling, thrilling match in Lucknow.
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Match Overview
Today Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will meet the Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the 13th game of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. LSG rebounded admirably from a dismal start, winning convincingly in their second trip. The Punjab Kings, on the other side, created a big impression with a dominating performance in their first game.
The last time LSG and PBKS faced off, the LSG team scored 199 runs, while the Punjab team failed to chase this total and lost by 21 runs. Both sides have excellent batting, bowling attacks, key players and X Factors; therefore, the struggle between the batsmen and bowlers will be critical in determining the fate of the game.
LSG vs PBKS Match Details
| Match | Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings, 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 & Streaming | Sports18/Star Sports Network, JioHotstar (app & website) |
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch report suggests that the Ekana Cricket Stadium may not be spectacular, but it will be ideal for batting, as do most Indian pitches. However, Ekana tends to slow down in the middle overs, bringing the spinners into play. If dew forms, spinners may struggle to hold the ball and go for runs.
The weather in Lucknow will be warm and humid, but there is no chance of rain, so we will enjoy a complete match.
LSG vs PBKS Head-to-head (Since 2022)
| Head-to-head | Rajasthan Royals vs |
| Matches Played | 4 |
| Won by Lucknow Super Giants | 3 |
| Won by Punjab Kings | 1 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
| Highest Score | 257 (LSG) & 201 (PBKS) |
| Lowest Score | 159 (RR) & 133 (PBKS) |
Lucknow Super Giants Team Analysis
The Lucknow Super Giants have excellent and aggressive batters such as David Miller, Rishabh Pant, Nicholas Pooran, Matthew Breetzke, Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, and Ayush Badoni. They also have strong all-rounder key players like as Mitchell Marsh, Arshin Kulkarni, Yuvraj Chaudhary, Shahbaz Ahmed, and RS Hangargekar. Their bowling department is also well-equipped, with players like as Ravi Bishnoi, Mayank Yadav, Akash Deep, Shamar Joseph, Avesh Khan, and Mohsin Khan bringing depth and experience to their lineup.
Punjab Kings Team Analysis
Punjab Kings’ talented and aggressive batters include Shreyas Iyer, Prabhsimran Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Josh Inglis, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, and Shashank Singh. They also have strong all-rounder X Factors such as Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Aaron Hardie, Azmatullah Omarzai, and Marco Jansen. Their bowling staff is extremely well-equipped, with bowlers like Arshdeep Singh, Lockie Ferguson, Yuzvendra Chahal, and Kuldeep Sen bringing depth and experience to the lineup.
Considering the form and talents of both sides, this match has the potential to be a tight one. It will be interesting to observe how the teams strategize and react to the situation. Fans may expect another thrilling and intense encounter between Lucknow SuperGiants and Punjab Kings.
LSG vs PBKS Predicted Playing XIs
| Lucknow Super Giants: Nicholas Pooran, Ravi Bishnoi, Mayank Yadav, Ayush Badoni, Rishabh Pant (C & WK), David Miller, Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Avesh Khan, Abdul Samad, Aryan Juyal, Akash Deep, Himmat Singh, Manimaran Siddharth, Digvesh Singh, Shahbaz Ahmed, Akash Singh, Shamar Joseph, Prince Yadav, Yuvraj Chaudhary, RS Hangargekar, Arshin Kulkarni, Matthew Breetzke, Mohsin Khan |
| Punjab Kings: Nehal Wadhera, Harnoor Singh, Shreyas Iyer (C), Musheer Khan, Pyla Avinash, Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Vishnu Vinod, Josh Inglis, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Praveen Dubey, Priyansh Arya, Azmatullah Omarzai, Aaron Hardie, Marco Jansen, Harpreet Brar, Suryansh Shedge, Shashank Singh, Lockie Ferguson, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Xavier Bartlett, Kuldeep Sen, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Yash Thakur |
LSG vs PBKS Probable X Factor Performers
Probable Key Player for LSG: Shardul Thakur
Shardul Thakur has been the most outstanding bowler and an X Factor for LSG in the IPL 2025. The player failed to sell during the IPL auction due to a poor performance. Shardul Thakur has become unstoppable. He was an early Purple Cap holder (player with the most wickets).
Probable Key Player for PBKS: Vijaykumar Vyshak
Vyshak has demonstrated his expertise as a key player in the handling of the ball in the IPL despite his limited opportunity to play. He is an all-rounder, and his bowling skills are impressive. He has played 12 IPL matches over the previous two seasons, taking 13 wickets. This season, the top bowler has been playing for the Punjab side, and he is one of the key bowlers to watch out for in the PBKS vs. LSG match.
Betting World Today’s Match Prediction
Lucknow Super Giants have performed admirably despite losing two of their speed options to injury, courtesy of their top-order hitters who have been in excellent form. Punjab has attacked its games with a fearless attitude, and they have the batting depth to continue that approach. Their bowling has also fared admirably thus far. As a result, playing in their home stadium, LSG are favorites to win this match.
Betting World Dream Team
| Batters | All-Rounders | Bowlers | Wicket Keeper |
| Mitchell Marsh | Marcus Stoinis | Shardul Thakur | Nicholas Pooran |
| Shreyas Iyer | Glenn Maxwell | Ravi Bishnoi | |
| Aiden Markram | Azmatullah Omarzai | Arshdeep Singh | |
| Marco Jansen |
Final Thoughts
Today’s match prediction is based on the Betting World editorial team’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. Consider the points provided when making your match prediction, which includes a batting-friendly pitch report, power hitters, and X Factor players. Draw your own conclusions.
