LSG vs SRH Match Prediction, Fantasy Tips, Pitch Report, and Playing XI of 61st Match of IPL 2025

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The playoff race in IPL 2025 is going right down to the wire. After Gujarat Titans’ win over Delhi Capitals last night, three teams – RCB, GT and PBKS – have already qualified for the playoffs. That leaves just one spot up for grabs, and a handful of teams still dreaming of sneaking in. One of those sides is Lucknow Super Giants. Yes, despite sitting on just 10 points, LSG aren't out of it — not yet, at least. The equation is pretty simple for them: win all of their remaining three matches and hope a few other results go their way. It’s a long shot, sure, but in a tournament as unpredictable as the IPL, stranger things have happened. 

It’s fair to say LSG haven’t had the smoothest of campaigns. Their form has been patchy, and they’ve never really found momentum. But with a mathematical chance still alive, they’ll head into the final stretch with hope and determination. It’s crunch time now, and belief can be a powerful thing. Their next challenge? A home clash tonight in Lucknow against Sunrisers Hyderabad. On paper, it’s a winnable fixture, especially considering how SRH’s season has unraveled. 

Sunrisers, who reached the final last year, have been one of this season’s biggest letdowns. With just 7 points from 11 games, they’ve fallen far short of expectations. Many tipped them as strong contenders to make the playoffs again, especially with Pat Cummins at the helm. But things just haven’t clicked for them this year — inconsistent batting, leaky bowling, and a lack of rhythm have haunted them throughout the campaign. At this point, SRH have nothing left to play for in terms of standings. But pride is still on the line. They’ll want to finish the season with some fight, some spark — if not for the table, then for their fans and the future. A strong finish, even in a disappointing year, can set the tone for the rebuild heading into next season. 

So, while LSG are clinging to hope and fighting to stay alive in the playoff race, SRH are playing for redemption. And that’s what makes tonight’s game a fascinating one — two teams with very different motivations, but both desperate for a win. 

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

LSG and SRH have had some fierce battles over the years, with LSG 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 Prince Yadav and Avesh 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, SRH boasts an explosive batting unit, featuring Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen, and Aniket Verma. However, their greatest form and some concern with bowling attack, which often struggles in high-scoring encounters. While Mohammed Shami, Pat Commins, and Jaydev Unadkat 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 SRH’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: 4

SRH Wins: 1

No Result/Abandoned Matches: 0

Despite LSG having the firepower of Aiden Markram, Nicolas Pooran, Rishabh Pant, Ayush Badoni and David Miller, SRH’s all-around strength and explosive players Abhishek Sharma and Nitish Kumar Reddy 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.

Recent Forms of Lucknow Super Giants and Sunrisers Hyderabad:

LSG:  L L L W L 

SRH: L W L L W

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 SRH’s balanced squad and the presence of all-rounders like Abhishek Sharma and Nitish Kumar Reddy 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:

Yes, Team LSG has facing injury issue, Mayank Yadav out of the tournament due to another back injury.

Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Match, Date, Time, & Venue: 

Match: LSG vs SRH 61st Match of IPL 2025

Date: 19 May 2025

Time: 7:30 PM 

Stadium: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium   

Location: Lucknow

Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad 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.

IPL Stats	Value
Total Matches	19
Batting First Won	8
Bowling First Won	10
1st Innings Average Score	167
2nd Innings Average Score	153
Highest Total	235/6 KKR vs LSG
Lowest Total	108/10 LSG vs RCB
Highest Chased	177/2 PBKS vs LSG
Lowest Defended	126/9 RCB vs LSG

Possible Playing 11 for Lucknow Super Giants:

Aiden Markram, Mitch Marsh,  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 Sunrisers Hyderabad:   

Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Aniket Verma, Pat Cummins (c), Zeeshan Ansari, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Shami, Eshan Malinga 

Impact Subs: Atharva Taide, Jaydev Unadkat

Lucknow Super Giants Key players:

Mitchell Marsh: 0 (5), 34 (24), 45 (26), 4 (6), 30 (25), DNP, 81 (48)

Aden Markram: 13 (10) + DNB, 9 (11) + DNB, 52 (33) + 2/30, 66 (45) + 1/18, 6 (6) + 1/25, 58 (31) + 0/15, 47 (28) + DNB

Nicolas Pooran: 6 (6), 27 (15), 9 (5), 11 (8), 8 (9), 61 (34)

Ayush Badoni: 74 (40), 35 (22), 36 (21), 50 (23), 22(17), 28 (20)

Mayank Yadav: 0/60, 2/40, DNP, DNP,

Avesh Khan: 0/57, 2/42, 0/19, 3/37, 1/32, 1/32

Dhruve Rathi: 2/46, 1/48, 0/24, 0/30, 1/23

Sunrisers Hyderabad Key players:

Abhishek Sharma: 74 (41), 8 (8), 40 (28), 141 (55), 18 (16), 2 (6)

Travish Head: 20(16), 0 (4), 28 (29), 66 (37), 8 (5), 4 (2)

Aniket Verma: 3(7)12 (14), 18 (8), DNB, 18 (14), 6 (6)

Heinrich Klaasen: 23 (18), 71 (44), 37 (28), 21(14), 27 (19), 33 (21)

Pat Commins:  1/40 + 19 (10), 0/31, 3/36 + 8(4), 0/40, 1/26, 1/44 + 14(15)

Jaydev Unadkat: 3/35, 2/21, 1/21, DNP, DNP 

Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Fantasy Team:      

Wicketkeepers: Nicolas Pooran, Heinrich Klaasen

Batsman: Mitch Marsh, Ayush Badoni, Travis Head

All-rounders:  Aiden Markram, Abhishek Sharma

Bowlers: Avesh Khan,  Digvesh Singh, Jaydev Unadkat, Pat Commins

Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Team for Today Match:

Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:     

Choice 1: Abhishek Sharma (C),  Aiden Markram (VC)      

Choice 2: Aiden Markram (C), Nicolas Pooran (VC)

Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Fantasy Prediction Backups:   

Rishabh Pant, David Miller, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy

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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