Lucknow Super Giants will be aiming to climb to the third spot on the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) points table with a win against Gujarat Titans (GT) in the first game of the double header on Sunday. LSG are currently fifth on the points table with 2 wins from 3 games. They have had their own share of batting and bowling woes, but the likes of Mukul Choudhary and Mohammed Shami have allowed them to clinch two back-to-back wins.
One-time champions GT, led by Shubman Gill, have managed to win just one out of the three games that they have played so far. Their only win came against DC where they managed to clinch a 1-run win, thanks to a brain fade from David Miller.
LSG vs GT Match Details
- Match: Lucknow Super Giants vs Gujarat Titans, Match 19, IPL 2026
- Date: April 12, 2026
- Time: 3:30 PM IST
- Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Team Preview: Lucknow Super Giants
LSG has hit their stride with two consecutive wins, currently sitting 5th on the points table. Their batting unit has shown remarkable depth; while big names like Nicholas Pooran have struggled, young sensation Mukul Choudhary has become a hero after his ice-cold finish against KKR. The captaincy of Rishabh Pant (leading LSG in 2026) has been aggressive, and their bowling attack—featuring the searing pace of Prince Yadav and the veteran control of Mohammed Shami—is perfectly suited for the Lucknow surface.
Team Preview: Gujarat Titans
GT finally opened their account with a nail-biting 1-run win over Delhi Capitals. Their success remains heavily reliant on the top order, specifically Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler, who both struck fifties in the last game. However, their middle order remains a “red flag,” with Rahul Tewatia and Glenn Phillips yet to find consistent form. The inclusion of Washington Sundar at No. 4 has provided some stability, and Rashid Khan remains their biggest weapon on a spinning Ekana track.
Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 7
- Gujarat Titans Won: 4
- Lucknow Super Giants Won: 3
- Last Meeting: LSG won both encounters in the 2025 season, showing they have recently figured out the GT blueprint.
Pitch and Weather Report
The Ekana Stadium is known for its slow, “black soil” surface. For this afternoon game, expect the pitch to be dry and offer significant grip for spinners.
- Avg 1st Innings Score: 158
- Toss Factor: Historically, 6 of the last 7 games here were won by the chasing team. However, in afternoon games, the pitch can slow down further in the second innings, making batting first a viable option to avoid a sluggish chase.
Predicted Playing XIs
Lucknow Super Giants: Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, Rishabh Pant (C & WK), Nicholas Pooran, Abdul Samad, Mukul Choudhary, Manimaran Siddharth, Avesh Khan, Mohammed Shami, Digvesh Rathi, Prince Yadav. Impact Player: Ayush Badoni
Gujarat Titans: Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (C), Jos Buttler (WK), Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, Shahrukh Khan, Glenn Phillips, Rashid Khan, Prasidh Krishna, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj. Impact Player: Jason Holder
Today’s Match Prediction
Win Probability: Gujarat Titans (53.5%) vs Lucknow Super Giants (46.5%)
Prediction: While LSG has the home advantage and a more balanced middle order, Gujarat Titans are slight favorites due to the sheer match-winning potential of Shubman Gill and Rashid Khan on a turning track. If GT’s top three provide a solid start, their bowling attack has the quality to defend even a par score of 160. However, if LSG’s Prince Yadav can remove Gill early, Lucknow is well-positioned to make it three wins in a row.
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