IPL Match Prediction | Indian Premier League 2025 | Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings | Match 13 | APR 01 – Who do you think will get their 2nd victory in this match? 

LSG vs PBKS Match Analysis

Lucknow Super Giants and Punjab Kings will play each other in the Indian Premier League 2025 13th game on April 1, 2025, at 08:00 PM BST at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. 

Lucknow Super Giants bounced back impressively after a shaky start, securing a convincing win in their second match. 

Meanwhile, the Punjab Kings made a bold statement with a commanding performance in their opener, showcasing their potential as a formidable side this season. 

With both teams eager to maintain their momentum, this promises to be a thrilling and high-intensity showdown.

LSG vs PBKS Team Preview & Squads

Lucknow Super Giants

Lucknow Super Giants bounced back strongly after a heartbreaking 1-wicket loss to Delhi Capitals in their opener, securing a commanding victory against Sunrisers Hyderabad on their home turf. They restricted Hyderabad to a modest 190-9 and chased it down effortlessly in just 16.1 overs.

Nicholas Pooran was the star of the show, blasting 70 off just 26 balls and taking the game away from the Sunrisers within the first 10 overs. He has been in sensational form for LSG, with his last five scores reading 48*(26), 61 (27), 75 (29), 75 (30), and 70 (26).

Mitchell Marsh is another key player to watch, having played a crucial role in the previous match with a brisk 52 off 31 balls, setting up the chase. For LSG to maintain their winning momentum, both Pooran and Marsh must continue delivering impactful performances.

Meanwhile, Rishabh Pant and David Miller have yet to make a significant impact, but their time at the crease suggests that big innings could be on the horizon.

LSG’s bowling attack was highly effective in their last outing. Shardul Thakur has been a game-changer, already bagging six wickets in two matches. Young pacer Prince Yadav showcased his composure, conceding just 29 runs in four overs while picking up a wicket. Ravi Bishnoi remains a vital asset in the middle overs, capable of turning the game in an instant.

Lucknow Super Giants Squads

Lucknow Super Giants Squads

Rishabh Pant, Abdul Samad, Ayush Badoni, Matthew Breetzke, Himmat Singh, Aryan Juyal, David Miller, Nicholas Pooran, Yuvraj Chaudhary, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Arshin Kulkarni, Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Shahbaz Ahmed, Akash Deep, Akash Singh, Avesh Khan, Shamar Joseph, Prince Yadav, Digvesh Rathi, Ravi Bishnoi, Manimaran Siddharth, Shardul Thakur, Mayank Yadav, Mohsin Khan  

Punjab Kings

Punjab Kings have played just one match so far but made an emphatic statement in their opening fixture. They outclassed the Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad, posting a colossal 243-5 and successfully defending it in a high-scoring clash, restricting the hosts to 232-5.

Shreyas Iyer made an instant impact for his new franchise, smashing an unbeaten 97 off just 42 deliveries. Priyansh Arya (47 off 23) and Shashank Singh (44* off 16) also provided crucial contributions, showcasing Punjab’s batting firepower.

This season, Punjab’s batting unit looks exceptionally formidable. With Shreyas anchoring at number three and the explosive duo of Marcus Stoinis and Glenn Maxwell in the middle order, they have the potential to dismantle any bowling attack. Shashank Singh, who played a blistering cameo in the opener, adds even more depth as a finisher, making him a vital asset with his ability to accelerate from the outset.

On the bowling front of PBKS, Arshdeep Singh and Marco Jansen will be key to providing early breakthroughs. The slower surface at Ekana is likely to favor Yuzvendra Chahal, who could pose a significant challenge for batters in these conditions. Additionally, Maxwell’s off-spin might prove useful in controlling the middle overs.

Punjab Kings Squads 

Punjab Kings Squads

Shreyas Iyer, Priyansh Arya, Pyla Avinash, Harnoor Singh, Josh Inglis, Prabhsimran Singh, Vishnu Vinod, Nehal Wadhera, Azmatullah Omarzai, Aaron Hardie, Marco Jansen, Glenn Maxwell, Musheer Khan, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Suryansh Shedge, Arshdeep Singh, Xavier Bartlett, Yuzvendra Chahal, Praveen Dubey, Lockie Ferguson, Harpreet Brar, Kuldeep Sen, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Yash Thakur 

Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings outfield report 

Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

At the Ekana Cricket Stadium, chasing can be a preferable option because dew makes batting easier in the second innings. Four of the seven IPL 2024 matches played here were won by the opposing team.

Since there is no indication of rain, we will play the entire match despite the warm and muggy weather in Lucknow.

Like most Indian surfaces, the Ekana Cricket Stadium’s pitch is suitable for batting but won’t be a true belter.

Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches 

In their last 4 matches, LSG won 3 games, and PBKS won 1. 

Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings Prediction 

Cricket analysts predict that the Punjab Kings have a 51% chance of winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.