In what promises to be a cracker of a contest, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will face off against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in a high-stakes IPL 2025 clash on Friday, May 9, at the BRSABV Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. With both teams eyeing the playoffs, the pressure is sky-high—and fans can expect fireworks!
What’s at Stake?
This match is make-or-break for LSG. Sitting on 10 points from 11 games, they have to win this one to stay in the playoff race. A victory keeps them in the hunt, but a loss? That could shut the door on their 2025 IPL campaign.
RCB, on the other hand, are in a more comfortable spot. With 16 points from 11 matches, they just need one win from their final three games to seal a playoff berth. If they win this one, they’re pretty much through—and could even eye a top-two finish if results go their way.
Probable Playing XIs
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG):
Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (w/c), Abdul Samad, Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Akash Maharaj Singh, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Avesh Khan, Mayank Yadav, Prince Yadav
Impact Player: Mayank Yadav
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB):
Jacob Bethell / Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Jitesh Sharma (w), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Lungi Ngidi / Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal
Impact Players: Suyash Sharma, Liam Livingstone, Rasikh Dar Salam, Manoj Bhandage, Swapnil Singh
Head-to-Head Record
These two sides have faced off 5 times in the IPL so far:
- RCB wins: 3
- LSG wins: 2
- No result: 0
It’s been a pretty even contest, and this game could tip the balance either way.
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LSG’s Playoff Chances
If LSG beat RCB, they can still reach the magical 16-point mark by winning their last two games. But a loss would be a big blow—they’d be hanging by a thread or out altogether.
RCB’s Playoff Chances
RCB are in a strong position. A win here confirms their playoff spot. And if they go on to win all three remaining matches, they might just sneak into top-two territory, giving them a second shot at the final. A loss won’t hurt them too badly, but it might cost them a shot at finishing top two.
Match Details
- Fixture: Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru
- Date: Friday, May 9, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: BRSABV Ekana Stadium, Lucknow
- Toss Time: 7:00 PM IST
How to Watch LSG vs RCB Live
- TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network (Star Sports 1 HD/SD – English commentary)
- Live Streaming (Free): JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar app/website
So, whether you’re Team Kohli or backing Pant and co., get ready for a thrilling Friday night clash that could shake up the IPL 2025 playoff picture!
Stay tuned for more updates, post-match analysis, and fantasy tips right here.
