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Toss Index1,378.6 −5.00%Match Index1,983.3 +5.00%T20 Blast · CSXM27 NOR vs GLO +5.00%M26 NOT vs SUR +5.00%M25 YOR vs SOM +1.67%M24 HAM vs ESS +1.67%M23 HAM vs MID −5.00%M22 SUR vs SUS +5.00%M21 LEI vs DUR +2.78%M20 GLA vs NOR +1.67%M19 DER vs SOM −1.25%M18 LAN vs DER +0.00%Toss Index1,378.6 −5.00%Match Index1,983.3 +5.00%T20 Blast · CSXM27 NOR vs GLO +5.00%M26 NOT vs SUR +5.00%M25 YOR vs SOM +1.67%M24 HAM vs ESS +1.67%M23 HAM vs MID −5.00%M22 SUR vs SUS +5.00%M21 LEI vs DUR +2.78%M20 GLA vs NOR +1.67%M19 DER vs SOM −1.25%M18 LAN vs DER +0.00%
Cricket Match Predictions

LSG vs PBKS Match Prediction — Who Will Win IPL 2026 Match 68? LSG vs PBKS

In this LSG vs PBKS match prediction, we analyse recent form, pitch conditions, weather report, head-to-head record, key players, and match scenarios to find out LSG vs PBKS who will win today IPL 2026 in the 68th match of IPL 2026

LSG vs PBKS Match Prediction IPL 2026 Match 68 — LSG Favourites Expert Prediction & Toss Tip
LSG vs PBKS Match Prediction IPL 2026 Match 68 — LSG Favourites Expert Prediction & Toss Tip

Lucknow Super Giants will face Punjab Kings in the 68th match of IPL 2026 at Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, on 23 May. With only 4 wins in 13 games, Lucknow has long been out of playoff contention. In their last match against Rajasthan Royals, they batted first and scored 220 runs in 20 overs, with Mitchell Marsh smashing 96 off 57 balls and Josh Inglis scoring 69 off just 29 balls. However, their bowling attack failed to defend the target, and they lost the match by seven wickets.

Meanwhile, Punjab Kings will fight to secure their playoff spot after a loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their previous game. After beginning the season with outstanding performances that saw them top the points table, the team has suffered six consecutive defeats. They lost by 23 runs in their last match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru and dropped to fifth position on the points table. Based on recent form — LSG vs PBKS who will win today IPL 2026 — Lucknow Super Giants seem to be the stronger side.

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 LSG vs PBKS Match Details – IPL 2026, Match 68

  • Match: Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings (Match 68)

  • Date: 23rd May 2026

  • Match Time: 7:30 PM IST

  • Venue: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

  • Live Streaming: JioHotstar 

  • LSG vs PBKS Pitch Report Ekana Cricket Stadium Lucknow

    Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, has seen low-scoring matches this season. The pitch has been slow, making it difficult for batters to time their shots. The large size of the ground also makes it difficult to play lofted shots.

    • Win Batting First: 43%

    • Win Bowling First: 57%

    Average Score

    • Average 1st Innings: 175

    • Average 2nd Innings: 164

    Factor

    Details

    Pitch

    Balanced 

    Outfield

    Fast

    Boundaries

    Large

    Avg Match Total

    320–350

    Overall

    Batting 

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    LSG vs PBKS Weather Report – Lucknow Conditions 

    Temperature

    43°C

    Rain Possibility

    0%

    Average 1st innings Score

    175

    Best Suited For

    Pacer (73%)


    LSG vs PBKS Recent Form

    Team

    Last 5 Matches

    LSG

    L, W, L, W, L

    PBKS

    L, L, L, L, L

    LSG vs PBKS Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 matches)

    Team

    Wins

    Lucknow Super Giants 

    3

    Punjab Kings

    4

    NR

    0

    LSG vs PBKS Injury News & Team Updates – Match 68

    LSG: Fully fit squad

    PBKS: All players are available for this match 

    LSG vs PBKS Win Probability – IPL 2026 Match 68

    Team

    Win Probability

    Lucknow Super Giants 

    52%

    Punjab Kings

    48%

    LSG vs PBKS Key Player Battles to Watch 

    Player

    Team

    Tournament Stats

    Mitchell Marsh 

    LSG

    563 runs

    Cooper Connolly

    PBKS

    473 runs

    Prabhsimran Singh 

    PBKS

    441 runs

    Prince Yadav 

    LSG

    16 wickets

    Arshdeep Singh 

    PBKS

    14 wickets

    Mohsin Khan 

    LSG

    11 wickets

    LSG vs PBKS Match Prediction Scenarios

    Scenario 1: If LSG bats first

    • Powerplay Score: 50–60

    • Predicted Total: 170–185

    • Match Result: LSG to win

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    Scenario 2: If PBKS bats first

    • Powerplay Score: 45–55

    • Predicted Total: 165–175

    • Match Result: LSG to win

    LSG vs PBKS Toss Prediction – Match 68 IPL 2026

    Six out of the last 10 matches at this venue have been won by the team batting second. The team winning the toss will aim to bowl first and restrict the opponents to a small total.

    Prediction: LSG will win the toss and opt to bowl first 

    LSG vs PBKS Probable Playing 11

    Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)

    Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Mitchell Marsh, Josh Inglis, Nicholas Pooran, Abdul Samad, Ayush Badoni, Shahbaz Ahmed, Mohsin Khan, Mayank Yadav, Akash Singh, Prince Yadav. 

    Punjab Kings (PBKS)

    Shreyas Iyer (c), Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Priyansh Arya, Cooper Connolly, Suryansh Shedge, Shashank Singh, Azmatullah Omarzai, Harpreet Brar, Lockie Ferguson, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal

    LSG vs PBKS Match 68 Player of the Match Prediction 2026

    • Mitchell Marsh

    • Josh Inglis

    • Shreyas Iyer 

    Who Will Win LSG vs PBKS Today? — Expert Prediction Match 68

    According to our LSG vs PBKS who will win today IPL 2026, Lucknow Super Giants are the favourites to win this IPL 2026 expert prediction. Prince Yadav, Nicholas Pooran and Mohsin Khan are expected to be the key performers.

    LSG vs PBKS who will win today IPL 2026: Lucknow Super Giants to win

    LSG vs PBKS Match Result – IPL 2026 Match 68 Result

    (To be updated after the match - May 23, 2026)

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Lucknow Super Giants are favourites to win Match 68 against Punjab Kings. LSG have a stronger batting lineup with players like Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran and Josh Inglis in good form, while PBKS are coming into this match after six consecutive defeats. Prediction: Lucknow Super Giants to win.

    Teams chasing have enjoyed better success at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. The captain winning the toss is likely to bowl first. Toss Prediction: LSG to win the toss and opt to bowl first.

    The Ekana Cricket Stadium pitch has been slow and balanced this season. Batters need time to settle, while pacers get assistance due to the large boundaries and two-paced surface. Average first innings score: 175. Win batting first: 43%. Win bowling first: 57%.

    Key players for LSG vs PBKS include Mitchell Marsh, who has scored 563 runs this season, and Nicholas Pooran, who remains a dangerous middle-order batter. For PBKS, Cooper Connolly and Prabhsimran Singh are important with the bat, while Arshdeep Singh will lead the bowling attack.

    Lucknow Super Giants win probability: 52%, Punjab Kings win probability: 48% LSG hold a slight advantage because of home conditions and their stronger recent batting performances.

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