LSG vs RCB IPL 2026 preview: Check match time, live streaming details, predicted playing XIs, pitch report, weather forecast, head-to-head record, key players and squads.
Lucknow Super Giants' Avesh Khan celebrates with teammates after dismissing Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Virat Kohli during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Lucknow Super Giants at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. (Photo: IANS/Dhananjay Yadav)
The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will take on the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 50 of the Indian Premier League 2026 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, with the hosts fighting to keep their fading campaign alive while RCB aim to strengthen their push for a top-two finish.
The Lucknow Super Giants have endured a disappointing season so far and come into the contest on the back of six consecutive defeats. Their latest setback came against Mumbai Indians, where they suffered a six-wicket loss.
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Led by Rishabh Pant, LSG are currently rooted to the bottom of the points table with just two wins from nine matches. Despite their struggles, the home side will look to play for pride and end their losing streak in front of their fans.
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru, meanwhile, have enjoyed a strong campaign despite their recent four-wicket defeat to Gujarat Titans. Rajat Patidar’s men have won six of their nine matches and currently sit second on the points table.
RCB also hold the upper hand in this rivalry, having won five of their seven meetings against LSG, including a convincing five-wicket victory earlier this season at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Conditions are expected to remain mostly clear with slight humidity during the evening clash in Lucknow.
There is a minor possibility of brief showers early in the evening, but forecasts suggest the match is unlikely to face major interruptions. Dew could become a significant factor in the second innings, making chasing the preferred option after winning the toss.
What time will the LSG vs RCB IPL 2026 match start?
The match will begin at 7:30 PM IST.
What time will the toss take place?
The toss is scheduled for 7:00 PM IST.
Where is the LSG vs RCB match being played?
The match will be held at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.
Where can you watch the LSG vs RCB IPL 2026 match live on TV?
The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India.
Where can you livestream the LSG vs RCB match?
Fans can stream the match live on the JioHotstar app and website.
Matches: 7
RCB wins: 5
LSG wins: 2
Royal Challengers Bengaluru have dominated this fixture in recent seasons and have also won both their previous matches at the Ekana Stadium.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG):
Mitchell Marsh, Josh Inglis, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (c/wk), Aiden Markram, Akshat Raghuwanshi, Mohammed Shami, Mohsin Khan, Prince Yadav, Avesh Khan, Digvesh Rathi
Impact Player: Ayush Badoni
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB):
Virat Kohli, Jacob Bethell, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma
Impact Player: Rasikh Salam Dar
The Ekana surface is expected to assist bowlers, especially spinners and pacers who rely on slower deliveries and cutters.
The black-soil pitch has played on the slower side this season, making stroke-making difficult for batters. The average first-innings score at the venue has been around 155, and anything above 170 could prove to be a competitive total.
Dew is likely to influence the second innings, which may encourage captains to bowl first after winning the toss.
Team News & Key Updates
Lucknow Super Giants:
Mayank Yadav and Mohsin Khan remain key bowling options as LSG search for a winning combination amid their poor run of form.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru:
RCB are expected to continue with their settled batting unit led by Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar after a largely successful campaign so far.
Players to Watch
Virat Kohli (RCB): RCB’s leading run-scorer this season and a key figure at the top of the order.
Rajat Patidar (RCB): Has impressed with his leadership and middle-order consistency.
Rishabh Pant (LSG): LSG captain will need to lead from the front with the bat.
Prince Yadav (LSG): Emerging as one of LSG’s standout bowlers this season.
Lucknow Super Giants: Rishabh Pant (c), Aiden Markram, Himmat Singh, Matthew Breetzke, Mukul Choudhary, Akshat Raghuwanshi, Josh Inglis, Mitchell Marsh, Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Arshin Kulkarni, Wanindu Hasaranga, Ayush Badoni, Mohammad Shami, Avesh Khan, M Siddharth, Digvesh Singh, Akash Singh, Prince Yadav, Arjun Tendulkar, Anrich Nortje, Naman Tiwari, Mayank Yadav, Mohsin Khan.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Rajat Patidar (c), Virat Kohli, Tim David, Jacob Bethell, Romario Shepherd, Josh Hazlewood, Nuwan Thushara, Devdutt Padikkal, Jitesh Sharma, Krunal Pandya, Rasikh Dar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jordan Cox, Suyash Sharma, Venkatesh Iyer, Swapnil Singh, Jacob Duffy, Kanishk Chouhan, Abhinandan Singh, Mangesh Yadav, Phil Salt, Satvik Deswal, Vicky Ostwal, Vihaan Malhotra.
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