PBKS vs LSG:- Here’s all you need to know about the head-to-head record, pitch report, weather forecast and predicted playing XIs.
The match 54 of IPL 2025 between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), scheduled for today, May 4, at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium in Dharamsala.
Head-to-Head Record: PBKS vs LSG
- Total Matches Played: 5
- LSG Won: 3
- PBKS Won: 2
In their most recent encounter on April 1, 2025, PBKS defeated LSG by 8 wickets, chasing down 171 runs.
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Pitch Report: HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala
Surface Characteristics: The pitch at Dharamsala offers true bounce and pace, favoring stroke play.
Bowling Conditions: Fast bowlers may find early swing, especially under overcast conditions.
Scoring Pattern: Recent matches have seen high scores, with teams posting totals exceeding 200 runs.
Par Score: A total between 170 to 180 is considered competitive on this ground.
Weather Forecast: Dharamsala on May 4
Temperature: Daytime highs around 28°C.
Conditions: Partly cloudy with a slight chance of light rain.
Impact on Play: Minimal; conditions are generally favorable for cricket.
Predicted Playing XIs
Punjab Kings (PBKS):
- Priyansh Arya
- Prabhsimran Singh (wk)
- Shreyas Iyer (c)
- Josh Inglis
- Nehal Wadhera
- Shashank Singh
- Marco Jansen
- Azmatullah Omarzai
- Suryansh Shedge
- Xavier Bartlett
- Arshdeep Singh
- Impact Player: Yuzvendra Chahal
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG):
- Aiden Markram
- Mitchell Marsh
- Nicholas Pooran (wk)
- Rishabh Pant (c)
- David Miller
- Abdul Samad
- Ayush Badoni
- Digvesh Singh Rathi
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Avesh Khan
- Prince Yadav
Match Context
Punjab Kings (PBKS): Currently 4th on the points table with 13 points, PBKS aims to solidify their playoff position.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG): Placed 6th with 10 points, LSG seeks a crucial win to stay in contention for the playoffs.