IPL 2026, LSG vs KKR: Match preview, predicted XIs, pitch report, weather, head-to-head and live streaming details as Lucknow Super Giants face Kolkata Knight Riders in a crucial clash.
Lucknow Super Giants' Mohsin Khan celebrates the wicket of Rajasthan Royals' Donovan Ferreira during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 match between Lucknow Super Giants and Rajasthan Royals at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. (Photo: IANS)
The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will take on the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Match 38 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, to be played at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Sunday.
Both teams head into this contest under pressure, placed at the bottom of the points table. LSG have managed just two wins from seven matches, while KKR have struggled even more with only one win so far. With the league stage approaching its second half, this clash could prove pivotal in shaping their playoff hopes.
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LSG come into the fixture after a setback against Rajasthan Royals, but their bowling unit showed promise. Mohammed Shami, Prince Yadav and Mohsin Khan impressed with disciplined spells. Led by Rishabh Pant, the side will look to address inconsistency and build momentum in the remaining games.
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KKR, captained by Ajinkya Rahane, have concerns around their bowling attack due to injuries to key pacers. However, the return of Matheesha Pathirana adds firepower to their death bowling. Veteran spinners Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy will also be crucial, especially in Lucknow conditions.
Their previous meeting this season was a thriller, with LSG clinching a last-ball victory while chasing 181, thanks to a stunning unbeaten 54 from Mukul Choudhary.
With both sides desperate to revive their campaigns, this match shapes up as a crucial mid-season battle.
Conditions in Lucknow are expected to be extremely hot, with temperatures ranging between 33°C to 38°C during match hours.
There is no chance of rain, ensuring a full game. Moderate dew is expected in the second innings, which could make chasing easier.
What time will the LSG vs KKR IPL 2026 match start?
The match will begin at 7:30 PM IST.
Where is the LSG vs KKR match being played?
The match will be held at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.
Where to watch LSG vs KKR IPL 2026 live on TV?
The match will be broadcast live on Star Sports Network.
Where to livestream LSG vs KKR IPL 2026?
Fans can stream the match live on the JioHotstar app and website.
Matches: 7
LSG wins: 5
KKR wins: 2
LSG have dominated this fixture historically, including a thrilling win earlier this season.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG):
Mitchell Marsh, Ayush Badoni, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Nicholas Pooran, Aiden Markram, Mukul Choudhary, Mohammed Shami, Mayank Yadav, Mohsin Khan, Digvesh Singh, Himmat Singh
Impact Player: Prince Yadav
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):
Ajinkya Rahane (c), Tim Seifert / Manish Pandey, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Cameron Green, Rovman Powell, Rinku Singh, Sunil Narine, Anukul Roy, Varun Chakravarthy, Matheesha Pathirana, Kartik Tyagi
Impact Player: Vaibhav Arora
The Ekana Stadium surface is expected to be a black-soil pitch offering more pace and bounce than traditional Lucknow tracks.
Toss could be crucial, with teams likely to bowl first.
Team News & Key Updates
Lucknow Super Giants:
LSG’s bowling unit looks in good rhythm despite recent results. The focus will be on improving batting consistency, especially in the middle order. Mukul Choudhary remains a key finisher after his heroics in the reverse fixture.
Kolkata Knight Riders:
KKR receive a major boost with Matheesha Pathirana’s availability. However, injuries to key pacers remain a concern. Their experienced spin duo will be vital in controlling the middle overs.
Players to Watch
Rishabh Pant (LSG): Captain leading from the front in a must-win phase.
Mitchell Marsh (LSG): In strong form with the bat this season.
Sunil Narine (KKR): Can impact the game with both bat and ball.
Matheesha Pathirana (KKR): Adds a lethal edge to KKR’s death bowling.
LSG vs KKR IPL 2026: Squads
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG):
Rishabh Pant (c), Aiden Markram, Himmat Singh, Matthew Breetzke, Mukul Choudhary, Akshat Raghuwanshi, Josh Inglis, Mitchell Marsh, Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahamad, Arshin Kulkarni, Wanindu Hasaranga, Ayush Badoni, Mohammed Shami, Avesh Khan, M. Siddharth, Digvesh Singh, Akash Singh, Prince Yadav, Arjun Tendulkar, Anrich Nortje, Naman Tiwari, Mayank Yadav, Mohsin Khan
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):
Ajinkya Rahane (c), Manish Pandey, Rovman Powell, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Ramandeep Singh, Rinku Singh, Sunil Narine, Anukul Roy, Vaibhav Arora, Harshit Ranalsg vs kkr, Umran Malik, Varun Chakravarthy, Cameron Green, Finn Allen, Matheesha Pathirana, Kartik Tyagi, Rahul Tripathi, Tim Seifert, Tejasvi Dahiya, Sarthak Ranjan, Rachin Ravindra, Akash Deep, Prashant Solanki, Daksh Kamra
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