Welcome to our LSG vs RCB Dream11 Prediction, match preview and probable playing 11. The 59th match of IPL 2025 is set for a high-stakes clash between Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, the home turf for LSG.
With the playoff race heating up, this game holds massive importance, especially for Lucknow, who are hanging by a thread in the qualification race.
Lucknow Super Giants have been inconsistent this season, which reflects in their position on the points table.
They’ve played 11 matches so far, winning 5 and losing 6, which places them 7th with 10 points.
With only three games left, including this one, LSG need to win all their remaining matches to reach 16 points and keep their playoff hopes alive.
The pressure is immense, and every mistake from here on can cost them dearly.
Rishabh Pant’s form has been a major concern. This season has been one of the toughest for him with the bat, and his struggles have hurt the team, especially in stabilizing the middle-order.
While Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh have stepped up in patches, their failure in crucial games has left Lucknow exposed.
Nicholas Pooran, who looked explosive in the early part of the season, has lost his touch recently, and that dip has further weakened their batting.
Ayush Badoni has shown glimpses of promise and intent, but without solid support from the lower middle-order, his efforts haven’t been enough to turn games around.
On the bowling side, debutant Akash Maharaj Singh has been a bright spot, taking key wickets in the last game.
However, Mayank Yadav, after returning from injury, has not been at his best and has been expensive, which has surprised and disappointed the management.
On the other hand, Royal Challengers Bengaluru have been on fire this season and look as good as they did in 2016.
With 11 matches played, 8 wins, and just 3 losses, RCB sit 2nd on the table with 16 points.
A win today will take them to the top and officially seal their spot in the playoffs, making them the first team this season to qualify.
RCB’s top order has clicked well, with Jacob Bethell making a mark as an opener in his last outing, providing aggressive starts in the powerplay.
Virat Kohli has led the batting with precision, adapting his role to what the team needs, whether anchoring or playing attacking cricket.
In the lower order, Romario Shepherd and Tim David have handled the finishing duties, and Shepherd’s explosive cameo against CSK in their last match turned heads.
The bowling department has been efficient too. Lungi Ngidi stepped in for the injured Josh Hazlewood and has done a decent job, but RCB are definitely eager to have Hazlewood back to full fitness because of the control and wicket-taking threat he offers.
This match has all the ingredients for a thrilling contest, one team desperate to stay alive in the tournament, and the other eager to solidify their top position.
Read through the full post below to get detailed LSG vs RCB Dream11 team combinations, fantasy insights, and expert tips that could help you build a best fantasy team for today’s match.
LSG vs RCB Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, 59th Match, Indian Premier League 2025. |
| Venue | Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| Date & Time | May 9, 07:30 PM IST |
| Live Streaming | Disney+ JioHotstar app and Star Sports Network |
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LSG vs RCB Pitch Report
The pitch at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow is known to be slow and sluggish, which typically works in favor of spinners and bowlers who rely on variations.
Batting here is not straightforward, especially as the match progresses and the wicket starts to grip and turn.
Scoring big totals is only possible if the batters apply themselves, spend time at the crease, and focus on rotating the strike to keep the scoreboard ticking.
Last Matches Stats:
1st April 2025
LSG 171/7 (20) PBKS 177/2 (16.2)
4th April 2025
LSG 203/8 (20) MI 191/5 (20)
12th April 2025
GT 180/6 (20) LSG 186/4 (19.3)
14th April 2025
LSG 166/7 (20) CSK 168/5 (19.3)
22nd April 2025
LSG 159/6 (20) DC 161/2 (17.5)
Weather Report of Lucknow
There’s no threat of rain, so we can expect a full game without interruptions. The temperature is likely to hover around 33 degrees Celsius with humidity at about 45%.
It will be warm and slightly humid, which might test the fitness of players, especially during long spells or extended batting innings.
The dry conditions could also make the pitch a bit slower as the game progresses.
Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Live Streaming
You can catch the live action of Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru on the JioCinema Hotstar app and tune in to the Star Sports Network for full match coverage.
For live score updates, player stats, and ball-by-ball commentary, you can follow the detailed live scorecard on the Cricgram app.
LSG vs RCB Head-to-Head
Matches Played: 05
Lucknow Super Giants Wins: 02
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Wins: 03
Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Recent Form
| Lucknow Super Giants | L | L | L | W | L |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | W | W | W | W | L |
Team News
Lucknow Super Giants
Ravi Bishnoi likely to play this match, He will replace Akash Maharaj Singh or Prince Yadav.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Phil Salt is available for this match, will replace Jacob Bethell.
If fit, Josh Hazlewood will replace Lungi Ngidi.
Mayank Agarwal will replace Devdutt Padikkal (who has been ruled out with a hamstring injury).
LSG vs RCB Probable Playing XI
Lucknow Super Giants Probable Playing 11
- Aiden Markram
- Mitchell Marsh
- Nicholas Pooran
- Rishabh Pant (c & wk)
- Ayush Badoni
- David Miller
- Abdul Samad
- Avesh Khan
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Prince Yadav/Akash Maharaj Singh
- Digvesh Singh Rathi
- Mayank Yadav
Note: Mitchell Marsh and Mayank Yadav will play as impact subs.
Expected Death Over Bowlers: Avesh Khan and Prince Yadav or Mayank Yadav.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Probable Playing 11
- Phil Salt
- Virat Kohli
- Mayank Agarwal
- Rajat Patidar (c)
- Jitesh Sharma (wk)
- Tim David
- Romario Shepherd
- Krunal Pandya
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar
- Josh Hazlewood/Lungi Ngidi
- Yash Dayal
- Suyash Sharma
Note: Suyash Sharma and Mayank Agarwal will play as impact subs.
Expected Death Over Bowlers: Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal or Bhuvneshwar Kumar.
Top Picks for LSG vs RCB Dream11 Team
Lucknow Super Giants Best Players:
Nicholas Pooran: 87 M, 2179 R, 33.52 A
Mitchell Marsh: 52 M, 1043 R, 23.70 A + 23 W
Aiden Markram: 55 M, 1343 R, 30.52 A + 6 W
Avesh Khan: 73 M, 84 W
Mayank Yadav: 6 M, 9 W
Rishabh Pant: 122 M, 3412 R, 33.12 A
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Best Players:
Virat Kohli: 263 M, 8509 R, 39.57 A
Rajat Patidar (c): 48 M, 1038 R, 31.45 A
Josh Hazlewood: 37 M, 53 W
Krunal Pandya: 138 M, 1744 R, 22.64 A + 90 W
Bhuvneshwar Kumar: 196 M, 316 R, 8.77 A + 193 W
LSG vs RCB Dream11 Prediction
Below is the Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Dream11 Team Prediction:
Wicket-Keepers: N Pooran (Vc), P Salt, R Pant
Batters: Virat Kohli (C), M Marsh, R Patidar
All-Rounders: A Markram, K Pandya
Bowlers: Bhuvneshwar Kumar, J Hazlewood, Avesh Khan
Fantasy Cricket Tips for Dream11 Team
Digvesh Rathi is also a good pick.
Aiden Markram has an average of 40 runs on this ground in 5 matches.
Captain and Vice-Captain Picks
- Virat Kohli
- Nicholas Pooran
- J Hazlewood
- Rajat Patidar
FAQs
Where Can I Get LSG vs RCB live Scorecard?
You can see Live Scorecard LSG vs RCB Live Scorecard on Cricgram app.
Squads
Lucknow Super Giants Squad
Matthew Breetzke, Shardul Thakur, Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Aryan Juyal, RS Hangargekar, Akash Deep, Avesh Khan, Mayank Yadav, Prince Yadav, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Abdul Samad, Manimaran Siddharth, Shamar Joseph, Arshin Kulkarni, Akash Maharaj Singh, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Shahbaz Ahmed, Himmat Singh, Mitchell Marsh, Ravi Bishnoi, Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Yuvraj Chaudhary.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Squad
Rasikh Dar Salam, Manoj Bhandage, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Swastik Chikara, Abhinandan Singh, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Philip Salt, Nuwan Thushara, Mohit Rathee, Rajat Patidar (c), Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Lungi Ngidi, Romario Shepherd, Yash Dayal, Jacob Bethell, Suyash Sharma, Liam Livingstone, Swapnil Singh, Josh Hazlewood.
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