LSG vs CSK Match Prediction, Fantasy Tips, Pitch Report, and Playing XI of 30th Match of IPL 2025

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This time, in IPL 2025, we get to see a different scene. This time, the team that used to top the table every time is at the bottom of the points table. And are yearning for every win. The team that used to be at the bottom of the points table every time is now at the top. This time in IPL, along with Gujarat Titans, the Delhi Capitals, Royal Challengers Bangalore, and Punjab Kings teams are performing well. Meanwhile, teams like Chennai and Mumbai are yearning for every win. This time, in IPL, everyone hopes a new team will become the Champion.

In today's match, Lucknow Super Giants will face Chennai Super Kings. Both teams will face each other for the first time in IPL 2025. The Lucknow team will have a slight advantage in this match. The Lucknow team has played six games till now, out of which it has won 4 matches and faced defeat in 2 games. Chennai has played six matches till now, out of which it has won 1 match and faced defeat in 5 games. Lucknow is at the 4th position in the points table, whereas the Chennai team is at the 10th position. This match will be played at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.

After Ruturaj Gaikwad got injured, MS Dhoni is captaining Chennai, so Chennai will have high expectations from MS Dhoni that he will take the team to the top of the points table.  

Head-to-Head: LSG vs CSK - Who Holds the Advantage?

LSG and CSk have had some fierce battles over the years, with CSK historically holding the upper hand. With the match being played at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, LSG will have the home advantage, and their pace attack of Shardul Thakur and Awesh Khan could be a major threat on a supporting track. Their batting lineup, led by Rishabh Pant, Aiden Markram, Mitch Marsh, Nicolas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, and David Miller, looks solid. On the other hand, CSK boasts an explosive batting unit, featuring Rahul Tripathi, Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway, and Shivam Dube. However, their biggest concern has always been their inconsistent performance and  bowling attack, which often struggles in high-scoring encounters. While Mohammed Khalil and Noor Ahamed add depth, they’ll need to handle LSG’s aggressive top order. Given LSG’s superior bowling attack and home conditions, they might start as slight favorites. But CSK’s firepower makes them dangerous, and if their bowling holds up, an upset could be on the cards. Let’s break down their head-to-head record to see who holds the edge ahead of the IPL 2025 match:

Total Matches Played: 5

LSG Wins: 3

CSK Wins: 1

No Result/Abandoned Matches: 1

Despite LSG having the firepower of Aiden Markram, Nicolas Pooran, Rishabh Pant, Ayush Badoni and David Miller, CSK’s all-around strength and explosive players Ravindra Jadeja and Vijay Shankar give them the upper hand in this head-to-head contest. However, it’s always been a close battle, with both sides frequently trading blows in IPL clashes.

Predictions: Who Will Win the Match?

As far as fantasy cricket is concerned, LSG might have the edge with their explosive batting lineup led by Aiden Markram, Mitch Marsh, Nicolas Pooran, Rishabh Pant, Ayush Badoni, and David Miller, but CSK’s balanced squad and the presence of all-rounders like Hardik Pandya and Naman Dhir make them a formidable opponent. Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, with its high-scoring potential, might slightly favor the batting-heavy teams, so expect a run-fest!

Injury Update:

No any Injury concerns.

Lucknow Super Giants vs Chennai Super Kings Match, Date, Time, & Venue: 

Match: LSG vs CSK 30th Match of IPL 2025     

Date: 14 April 2025   

Time: 7:30 PM

Stadium: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium   

Location: Lucknow

Lucknow Super Giants vs Chennai Super Kings Match Pitch Report:     

The Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow offers a balanced pitch that challenges both batsmen and bowlers. Early in the match, the surface favors the batsmen, allowing them to play aggressive strokes with good bounce and a solid foundation. A first-innings score between 170-180 runs is generally considered competitive. However, as the game progresses, the pitch tends to slow down, providing assistance to spinners, which can make chasing more difficult. Teams chasing targets around 170-180 runs generally have a fighting chance, but anything above 190-200 can put them under pressure, especially with the slow nature of the pitch in the second innings. Overall, it’s a dynamic surface where both batting and bowling strategies need to adapt to the conditions, and a score around 200+ is often a strong target for the chasing side. 

Possible Playing 11 for Lucknow Super Giants:

Aiden Markram, Nicolas Pooran, Rishabh Pant, Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Shardul Thakur, Prince Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan 

Impact Subs: Digvesh Singh, M Siddharth

Possible playing 11 for Chennai Super Kings:   

Rahul Tripathi, Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Vijay Shankar, MS Dhoni (c,wk), Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana, Khaleel Ahmed  

Impact Subs: Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Jamie Overton, Sheikh Rasheed

Lucknow Super Giants vs Chennai Super Kings Fantasy Team:      

Wicketkeepers: Nicolas Pooran, Rishabh Pant, Devon Conway

Batsman: Shivam Dube

All-rounders:  Aiden Markram, Ravindra Jadeja

Bowlers: Shardul Thakur, Digvesh Singh, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana, Khalil Ahmed

Lucknow Super Giants vs Chennai Super Kings Team for Today Match:

Lucknow Super Giants vs Chennai Super Kings Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:     

Choice 1: Nicolas Pooran (C), Aiden Markram (VC)      

Choice 2: Aiden Markram (C), Shivam Dubey (VC)

Lucknow Super Giants vs Chennai Super Kings Fantasy Prediction Backups:   

Rishabh Pant, David Miller, MS Dhoni, Ravichandran Ashwin

Disclaimer:     

The author has provided you with the above-mentioned match prediction on the basis of his research, understanding, and analysis, consider the points and make your own decision

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