What is Weather Forecast for LSG vs RCB in Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow?

LSG vs RCB: The 59th match of the IPL 2025 promises to be an exciting clash between Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Taking on each other the arch rivals will be against one another for the first time during the IPL 2025. The match is scheduled to be played on the grounds of the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow on May 9.

Lucknow Super Giants will welcome the Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their home turf for this high-stakes encounter. Facing ups and downs of their campaigns, LSG will face RCB for the first time this season, and coming into this match, both teams will fight for the playoffs spot. Currently, RCB, with an upper edge, is sitting in the second spot of the points table whereas LSG is sitting in the seventh spot. Both teams remain in the hunt for a playoff spot. RCB are just a win away from strengthening their playoff berth, and given their red-hot form, they’ll walk in as favourites. Whereas, Lucknow Super Giants aren’t a side to be taken lightly. They’ve got power-hitters and crafty bowlers who can shift the tide quickly. The outcome of this match could significantly impact the top-four equation, making it a high-stakes contest for both franchises.

A win in their upcoming match will help LSG get better on the points table and will improve the chances of qualifying for the playoffs, and RCB, with a win, will become the first team to qualify. Heading into this clash, with a slight dip in the momentum, LSG will be under pressure to perform, whereas the RCB side will be confident with their recent stable partnerships.

With so much to take on, fans can expect a thriller-filled match ahead. Let’s take a look at today’s cricket LSG vs RCB, Match 59 pitch report, Weather Report, Ground stats, and Probable XI ahead of the first match of IPL 2025 between Lucknow and Bangalore

LSG vs RCB: Match Preview

Pitch Report

Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru- The 59th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to be played at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. The surface in Lucknow has changed drastically and it heavily favours the batters these days. Previously, it used to assist the spinners but batters have enjoyed it in recent times. While on some occasions it has aided pacers, on many occasions, it has assisted spinners and led to low scoring contests.The team that wins the toss should elect to bowl first, as batting can be easier in the second innings.

LSG vs RCB Weather Report:

The weather at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, is expected to have light rain during the start of the match, but as the match progresses further, the weather will become more pleasant, ensuring an uninterrupted game. Rain showers are expected during the match hours, as the rain probability is 5%, along with it, there are 47% chances of humidity. The temperature at the ground is likely to hover around 33°celsius. With such weather, fans can expect an uninterrupted match and a full 40-over contest.

Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow stats: LSG vs RCB

LSG vs RCB Predicted Playing XI

LSG  Probable Playing XI:

Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Abdul Samad, Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Akash Maharaj Singh, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Avesh Khan, Mayank Yadav, Prince Yadav

RCB Probable Playing XI: 

Jacob Bethell, Virat Kohli, Mayank Agarwal, Rajat Patidar (c), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Lungi Ngidi, Yash Dayal