The weekend doubleheaders are here, and the first clash of Saturday promises fireworks! It’s Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) vs Gujarat Titans (GT) in Match 26 of the IPL 2025, and things are heating up in the points table.
Let’s break down everything you need to know — from Dream11 tips to pitch conditions, playing XIs, and of course, who might walk away with the win.
Match Details: LSG vs GT, IPL 2025 – Match 26
- Match: Lucknow Super Giants vs Gujarat Titans
- Date: Saturday, April 11, 2025
- Time: 3:30 PM IST
- Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Head-to-Head Record: GT Dominates
- GT Wins: 4
- LSG Wins: 1
GT clearly holds the upper hand in past encounters, but LSG will be looking to flip the script at home.
Weather Report – Could Rain Play Spoilsport?
Expect a warm afternoon with temperatures around 33°C and humidity at about 45%. There’s a chance of passing showers, so don’t rule out a rain interruption.
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Pitch Report – Batters’ Paradise
The Ekana surface has been pretty flat and friendly for batters so far. Pacers might find it tough, but spinners could come into play in the second innings, especially with the older ball.
LSG vs GT – Predicted Playing XIs
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG):
Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Aiden Markram, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Akash Deep, Shardul Thakur, Avesh Khan, Digvesh Singh Rathi
Gujarat Titans (GT):
Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (wk), Shahrukh Khan, Sherfane Rutherford, Rahul Tewatia, Arshad Khan, Rashid Khan, R. Sai Kishore, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna
Dream11 Fantasy Tips – LSG vs GT
Here’s where your Dream11 game could be made or broken.
Suggested Dream11 Team No. 1:
- Wicketkeepers: Jos Buttler, Nicholas Pooran
- Batters: Mitchell Marsh, Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan
- All-rounders: Shahrukh Khan, Aiden Markram
- Bowlers: Shardul Thakur, Mohammed Siraj, Sai Kishore, Digvesh Singh
Captain: Mitchell Marsh
Vice-Captain: Sai Sudharsan
Suggested Dream11 Team No. 2:
- Wicketkeepers: Jos Buttler, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant
- Batters: Mitchell Marsh, Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan
- All-rounders: Aiden Markram
- Bowlers: Shardul Thakur, Mohammed Siraj, Sai Kishore
Captain: Nicholas Pooran
Vice-Captain: Jos Buttler
Who’s Got the Edge? – LSG vs GT Match Prediction
GT are flying high with four straight wins, and their bowling unit is looking sharp. LSG have some momentum too, but Gujarat’s form and balance make them the favorites here.
Prediction: GT to take the win, but expect a close fight!
