Match Today22 April 2026 • 7:30 PM ISTMatch 32 • TATA IPL 2026
LSG vs RR Match 32 Prediction — TATA IPL 2026.
Complete stats, head-to-head, predicted XIs, pitch report and betting tips for Lucknow Super Giants vs Rajasthan Royals at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.
Match 32 • TATA IPL 2026
League Stage • D/N
Ekana Cricket Stadium
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
LSG
Lucknow Super Giants
Captain: Rishabh Pant
9thPosition
2Wins
4Losses
VS
7:30 PM IST
22 April 2026
RR
Rajasthan Royals
Captain: Riyan Parag
3rdPosition
4Wins
2Losses
ReddyWin9 Prediction
Rajasthan Royals to win
Win probability: 55% • RR lead H2H 4-2 • Superior batting firepower
Lucknow Super Giants host Rajasthan Royals in Match 32 of TATA IPL 2026 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Wednesday, 22 April 2026. Both teams arrive wounded — LSG on a three-match losing streak, RR on a two-match losing streak — but the stakes could not be more different.
For LSG (9th on points table), this is a must-win. Rishabh Pant's side has just 2 wins in 6 games and hasn't won at Ekana yet this season (0-2 at home). Another defeat virtually ends their playoff hopes. For RR (3rd on points table), captain Riyan Parag desperately needs to halt a wobble after losing to SRH and KKR following an unbeaten 4-match start. The Royals want to reassert themselves as genuine title contenders.
On paper, Rajasthan Royals are favourites with bookmakers pricing them at 1.80-1.88 (implied win probability ~53-56%). RR lead the head-to-head 4-2 across six meetings since 2022 and — crucially — are unbeaten at Ekana Stadium, having chased down 196 to beat LSG by 7 wickets in 2024.
Match Stakes
"LSG are fighting for their season. RR are fighting to stop a slide. Two wounded teams, one must-win night at Ekana — where even form gets flipped by a slow, grippy surface."
Head-to-Head Record
LSG and RR have met six times in the IPL since LSG joined the league in 2022. Rajasthan Royals have dominated, winning four of those encounters — and both meetings at Ekana Stadium.
2
LSG
Wins
— 6 MATCHES —
4
RR
Wins
Recent meetings: In IPL 2025 at Jaipur, LSG pulled off a sensational 2-run win when Avesh Khan defended 9 off the final over — still the closest match of this rivalry. But RR's 2024 Lucknow visit was emphatic: Sanju Samson's unbeaten 71 off 33 and Dhruv Jurel's 52* off 34 anchored a 199/3 chase of LSG's 196, winning by 7 wickets. That Ekana ghost still haunts LSG — they haven't won at home in this fixture yet.
Recent Form & Momentum
Both teams enter Match 32 on losing streaks. Here's how they've fared across their last 5 games of IPL 2026.
LSG
9th • 4 pts
Last 5 Matches
W
W
L
L
L
Three straight defeats — against GT, RCB and a brutal 54-run loss to PBKS where Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly hammered 254/7. Batting is misfiring, and LSG haven't won at Ekana yet this season (0-2 at home).
RR
3rd • 8 pts
Last 5 Matches
W
W
W
L
L
Started 4-0 before dropping consecutive games — a 57-run loss to SRH (collapsed 5 for 9) and an agonizing defeat to a winless KKR at Eden Gardens. Middle order remains a concern; top order firing but inconsistent finishing.
Key Players to Watch
Five players who could decide the outcome of LSG vs RR Match 32. Stats verified from IPL 2026 season data.
Star Batter • RR
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Rajasthan Royals
246
Runs in IPL 2026
SR 236.54
6 inn
Opener • RR
Yashasvi Jaiswal
Rajasthan Royals
184+
Runs in IPL 2026
SR 157
In form
Pacer • LSG
Prince Yadav
Lucknow Super Giants
11
Wickets in IPL 2026
Avg 17.18
LSG top wicket-taker
Leg-Spinner • RR
Ravi Bishnoi
Rajasthan Royals
9-10
Wickets in IPL 2026
vs former team
Ekana suits him
Captain • LSG
Rishabh Pant
Lucknow Super Giants
SR 122
Strike rate (modest)
Must lead
Home pressure
Fast Bowler • LSG
Mohammed Shami
Lucknow Super Giants
X-Factor
Powerplay & death threat
Experience
Must deliver
Predicted Playing XIs
Based on recent team sheets and tactical adjustments both teams might consider given their losing streaks.
Lucknow Super Giants XI
Mitchell Marsh
Aiden Markram
Rishabh PantC & WK
Ayush Badoni
Nicholas Pooran
Mukul Choudhary
Mohammed Shami
Avesh Khan
Prince Yadav
Manimaran Siddharth
Mohsin Khan
Rajasthan Royals XI
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Yashasvi Jaiswal
Dhruv JurelWK
Riyan ParagC
Shimron Hetmyer
Donovan Ferreira
Ravindra Jadeja
Jofra Archer
Nandre Burger
Ravi Bishnoi
Sandeep Sharma
Ekana Stadium Pitch Report
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh • Black Soil • Spin-Friendly
173Avg 1st Inn
26T20s Played
Over 8Pitch Slows
ChaseSlight Edge
What to expect: Ekana is one of the slowest surfaces in IPL 2026. The black soil pitch offers reasonable batting in the powerplay but slows noticeably after the 8th over, massively aiding spinners. Batting first is a tactical advantage historically — totals above 170 become difficult to chase, and 180+ puts chasing teams under serious pressure. However, moderate dew typically kicks in during the second innings, giving chasing teams a slight edge overall. Fast bowlers who hit the deck hard (Shami, Prince Yadav, Burger) will get more assistance than those relying on swing. Leg-spin and left-arm spin are gold on this surface — expect Ravi Bishnoi and Ravindra Jadeja to bowl the key overs in the middle phase.
Weather Forecast
Clear skies, extreme heat
Zero percent rain probability in Lucknow on 22 April. Fitness of fast bowlers will be tested in the heat. Moderate dew expected after the 12th over of the second innings.
41°C
Key Player Battles
Individual match-ups that could decide Match 32. Pay close attention to these when building your fantasy team or placing bets.
Mitchell Marsh
LSG Opener
VS
Jofra Archer
RR New-Ball
The Ashes rivalry continues. In their only previous IPL meeting (2025 Jaipur), Archer dismissed Marsh within two balls. Archer has taken first-ball wickets three times this season — Marsh will need to survive the opening over, or LSG's chase (or setup) collapses before it begins.
Rishabh Pant
LSG Captain
VS
Ravi Bishnoi
RR Leg-Spinner
Bishnoi has a strong record against left-handers, and Pant has been striking at a modest 122 this season. On the turning Ekana surface, Bishnoi is RR's first-change bowler. If Pant can't counter-attack the leg-spin, LSG's middle order caves under pressure.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
RR Powerplay King
VS
Mohammed Shami
LSG Pacer
Sooryavanshi's 236.54 SR in the powerplay is a wrecking ball. Shami is LSG's only bowler with the experience to contain him. If Shami gets Sooryavanshi early, RR's innings loses its launchpad. If he doesn't, RR post 200.
LSG vs RR Betting Tips & Fancy Markets
High-value betting markets for Match 32 based on stats, form and venue analysis. Apply these with your ReddyWin9 betting ID.
Match Odds
Match Winner — Rajasthan Royals
Back RR @ 1.80-1.88
Superior batting depth, 4-2 H2H lead, unbeaten at Ekana. LSG's batting is in freefall.
Session
Powerplay Runs (RR) — Over 55
Back Over
Sooryavanshi + Jaiswal in form. Ekana's powerplay is the best batting phase before it slows.
Fancy
V. Sooryavanshi — Over 35.5 Runs
Back Over
Averaging 41 per innings at SR 236. Even a 10-ball cameo hits this. Highest upside in the match.
Fancy
Top RR Batsman
Back Sooryavanshi or Jaiswal
RR's top three have been lethal. Stick with the in-form pair — don't chase Parag or Hetmyer value.
Total Runs
Match Total — Under 340
Back Under
Ekana average 173 first innings. Spin-friendly surface + slow pitch after 8 overs keeps totals contained.
Session
Top RR Bowler — Ravi Bishnoi
Back Bishnoi
Leg-spin on black soil = gold. Bishnoi is bowling against his former team with 9-10 wickets already.
Fancy
Total Wickets — Over 12.5
Back Over
Both teams have collapsed recently (LSG to PBKS, RR 5 for 9 vs SRH). Grippy pitch will help bowlers.
Method
Toss Winner Choice — Bowl First
Lean Bowl
Dew factor in second innings + preference for chasing at Ekana means both captains likely bowl first.
Pro Tip
"Always wait for the toss before locking in match odds on LSG vs RR. Ekana dew can swing the probability by 8-10% — if the team winning toss bowls first, chasing team becomes stronger favourite."
Final Verdict
Rajasthan Royals are marginal favourites, and the data backs it up. RR win probability: 55%. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is the tournament's best powerplay batter, Yashasvi Jaiswal is in sizzling form, and Dhruv Jurel has historically raised his game at Ekana (his 52* here in 2024). Add Ravi Bishnoi thriving on a spin-friendly surface against his former team, and RR have multiple match-winners firing.
LSG need something special from Rishabh Pant, Nicholas Pooran and Mohammed Shami — all three have been under-performing. Home advantage is neutralised by their 0-2 record at Ekana this season. The only path to an LSG win is bowling first, using Shami's new-ball magic to dismiss Sooryavanshi early, and posting 170+ on a slowing surface — a narrow window.
Our prediction: Rajasthan Royals to win, chasing if toss cooperates. Back Sooryavanshi for top batsman and Bishnoi for top bowler. Take match odds early if RR drift above 1.90 — that's value.
Frequently Asked Questions
Rajasthan Royals (RR) are the marginal favourites with an implied win probability of ~55%. RR have superior batting firepower — Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has 246 runs at SR 236.54, Yashasvi Jaiswal is in form, and the Royals lead the head-to-head 4-2. LSG's home advantage at Ekana's spin-friendly surface keeps the match closer than it appears, but RR's squad depth and unbeaten Ekana record tilt the prediction.
LSG vs RR Match 32 of TATA IPL 2026 is being played on Wednesday, 22 April 2026 at 7:30 PM IST at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. The toss takes place at 7:00 PM IST. The match is broadcast live on Star Sports Network and streamed digitally on JioHotstar.
Rajasthan Royals lead the head-to-head 4-2 across six IPL meetings since 2022. RR have won both their matches at Ekana Stadium, including a successful 196-run chase in 2024 (Sanju Samson 71* off 33, Dhruv Jurel 52* off 34). LSG's most recent win was a 2-run thriller at Jaipur in 2025 when Avesh Khan defended 9 off the final over.
Ekana is one of the slowest surfaces in IPL 2026. First-innings average is around 173. The black soil pitch slows noticeably after the 8th over, massively favouring spinners. Batting is reasonable in the powerplay but tougher in the middle overs. Moderate dew typically kicks in during the second innings, slightly favouring chasing teams. Totals above 170 become difficult to chase; 180+ puts chasing teams under serious pressure.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi leads Rajasthan Royals' run-scoring charts with 246 runs in six innings at a sensational strike rate of 236.54. He is the standout breakout star of IPL 2026 and the most destructive powerplay batter in the tournament. Yashasvi Jaiswal is second with 184+ runs at SR 157.
Prince Yadav leads LSG's bowling attack with 11 wickets in six games at an average of 17.18. His pace and hit-the-deck style make him particularly effective at Ekana. For Match 32, he's the key bowler the RR batting order needs to watch for, especially during the powerplay and middle overs.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is the safest captain pick as the tournament's leading run-scorer with 246 runs and SR 236.54. Yashasvi Jaiswal works perfectly as vice-captain given his explosive form. Value alternative captain picks include Ravi Bishnoi (returns bonus points as a bowler on spin-friendly Ekana) and Prince Yadav if you expect LSG to bowl first.
No. Lucknow weather forecasts for 22 April 2026 show clear skies with 0% rain probability. Extreme heat around 41°C is expected, which will test fast bowlers' fitness. Moderate dew is expected in the second innings — a factor that typically gives the chasing team a slight edge at Ekana.
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