LSG vs GT Match Prediction, Fantasy Tips, Pitch Report, and Playing XI of 26th Match of IPL 2025

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They say new things take time to settle – but Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants clearly never got that memo. Since joining the IPL in 2022, both franchises have hit the ground running. Gujarat Titans made an unforgettable debut, lifting the trophy in their very first season by beating Rajasthan Royals in the 2022 final. They backed that up with another strong campaign in 2023, reaching yet another final. Meanwhile, Lucknow Super Giants may not have a title yet, but they’ve certainly held their own – making it to the playoffs twice in their first three seasons. With that kind of track record, their clash tomorrow has all the ingredients to be an absolute thriller. 

GT have been red-hot this year. After a blip in their opening game against Punjab Kings, they’ve bounced back in style – winning four on the trot. And it’s not just the wins, but the teams they’ve taken down that’s impressive: Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Rajasthan Royals, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Mumbai Indians. It’s been a dominant run, and they currently sit pretty at the top of the table. 

Lucknow, on the other hand, have had a slightly bumpier ride. But make no mistake, they’re still very much in the mix. With three wins from five games, they’re hanging in there at fifth on the table, just two points behind GT. And their biggest weapons have been their overseas duo – Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsh. Pooran is leading the Orange Cap race, while Marsh isn’t far behind. With both in such fine form, LSG will be confident of putting up a strong fight. What makes this game even more exciting is how close the teams are in the standings. It’s first versus fifth, but with only two points between them, a win for LSG could shake things up at the top. 

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

LSG and GT have had some fierce battles over the years, with GT 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, GT boasts an explosive batting unit, featuring Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler, Rutherford, and Shahrukh Khan. However, their biggest concern has always been their inconsistent performance and  bowling attack, which often struggles in high-scoring encounters. While Mohammed Siraj and Prasiddh Krishan 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 GT’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: 1

GT Wins: 4

No Result/Abandoned Matches: 0

Despite LSG having the firepower of Aiden Markram, Mitch Marsh, Nicolas Pooran, Rishabh Pant, David Miller, GT’s all-around strength and explosive players Washington Sundar and Arshad Khan 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 GT’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.

LSG vs GT Match, Date, Time, & Venue: 

Match: LSG vs GT 26th Match of IPL 2025     

Date: 12 April 2025   

Time: 3:30 PM

Stadium: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium   

Location: Lucknow

LSG vs GT 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 LSG:   

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

Impact Subs: Digvesh Singh, M Siddharth, Abdul Samad

Possible playing 11 for GT:   

Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill(c), Jos Buttler(w), Rahul Tewatia, Shahrukh Khan, Rashid Khan, Sherfane Rutherford, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Ishant Sharma  

Impact Subs: Arshad Khan, Washington Sundar

LSG vs GT Fantasy Team:      

Wicketkeepers: Nicolas Pooran, Jos Buttler

Batsman: Mitch Marsh, Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan

All-rounders:  Aiden Markram, Rashid Khan

Bowlers: Shardul Thakur, Digvesh Singh, Sai Kishore, Mohammed Siraj

LSG vs GT Team for Today Match:

LSG vs GT Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:     

Choice 1: Sai Sudharsan (C), Nicolas Pooran (VC)      

Choice 2: Mitch Marsh (C), Shubman Gill (VC)

LSG vs GT Fantasy Prediction Backups:   

Rishabh Pant, David Miller, Arshad Khan, Sherfane Rutherford

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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