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Toss Winner - Gujarat Titans won the toss and choose to bowl first
Gujarat Titans beat Lucknow Super Giants by 7 wickets
Can LSG secure their first win at home this season against GT?
We predict that Lucknow Super Giants will defeat Gujarat Titans.
| Tournament: | Indian Premier League, 2026 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, India |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 24.3°C|Mist |
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Lucknow Super Giants take on Gujarat Titans in Match 19 of IPL 2026 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, on April 12 at 3:30 PM IST. As the league phase begins to take shape, both teams find themselves at contrasting points in their campaigns, making this encounter crucial for momentum and standings.
Lucknow Super Giants have shown flashes of quality this season, winning two of their three matches. Their recent win and strong head-to-head record against Gujarat Titans give them confidence heading into this fixture. Gujarat Titans, on the other hand, have had a difficult start with just one win in three matches. While they possess match-winners capable of turning games, execution remains a concern.
With LSG carrying better recent form and historical advantage, and GT searching for stability, this match sets up as an important test for both sides. Can LSG strengthen their position, or will GT finally find their rhythm and turn their season around?
LSG
156/9 in 20.0 7.8
160/5 in 19.5 8.07
141/10 in 18.4 7.55
145/4 in 17.1 8.45
202/9 in 20.0 10.1
235/2 in 20.0 11.75
GT
147/10 in 18.3 7.95
230/5 in 20.0 11.5
227/2 in 20.0
IPL 2023
Gujarat Titans won by 56 runs
171/7 in 20.0
128/7 in 20.0
IPL 2023
Gujarat Titans won by 7 runs
135/6 in 20.0
Lucknow Super Giants have made a steady start to IPL 2026, winning 2 of their first 3 matches and collecting 4 points. However, their negative NRR (-0.359) suggests that while they are getting results, performances haven’t been entirely dominant. What stands out, though, is their ability to handle pressure in close games—both their wins have come in tight chases, indicating composure and depth in the lineup. With back-to-back victories, LSG are beginning to build momentum at a crucial phase of the tournament.
Their last match against Kolkata Knight Riders perfectly reflected this identity. Chasing 182, LSG held their nerve to finish at 182/7 in 20 overs, securing a dramatic win. Mukul Choudhary was the standout performer, playing a sensational knock of 54* off just 27 balls, smashing 7 sixes and turning the game around from a difficult position. He was well supported by Ayush Badoni, who scored a composed 54 off 34 balls. Earlier, with the ball, Digvesh Rathi (1/25) and Manimaran Siddharth (1/34) kept things relatively controlled, restricting KKR to 181/4.
LSG’s core players have shown strong recent form. Mitchell Marsh (10 matches, 396 runs, Avg 39.6, SR 151.14) provides power at the top, while Aiden Markram (9 matches, 315 runs, Avg 35, SR 149.28) adds stability in the middle order. In bowling, Avesh Khan (9 matches, 11 wickets) has been a key wicket-taker, while Digvesh Rathi continues to contribute with economical spells and breakthroughs. Overall, LSG appear to be a team that thrives under pressure, with multiple match-winners stepping up in key moments. If they can improve consistency and control games earlier, they have the potential to emerge as one of the stronger contenders this season.
Key Players: Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, Mukul Choudhary, Avesh Khan
Aiden Markram Total Runs Over 24.5 @ 1.85
Aiden Markram has scored past 40 runs in two of the last three matches played this season. He is in good form and also averages over 30 at Ekana Stadium. We back Markram to score 24 runs in today's match against the Gujarat Titans.
Total Fours Over 15.5 @ 2.00
Lucknow Super Giants are averaging 14.66 fours per match this season. However, against Gujarat Titans in their last two meetings, they averaged 16.5 fours per match. The fast outfield at Ekana Stadium and their aggressive top order make the over 15.5 fours line a well-supported pick for today's fixture.
Powerplay Score Over 56.5 in 6 Overs @ 1.85
Lucknow Super Giants scored over 50 runs in five of their seven matches here in the powerplay. This season they are averaging 52.3 runs per match in the first six overs, clearing 50 runs twice and once scoring between 45–50.
Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, Rishabh Pant, Ayush Badoni, Nicholas Pooran, Abdul Samad, Mukul Choudhary, Mohammed Shami, Avesh Khan, Digvesh Rathi, Prince Yadav
Abdul Samad, Aiden Markram, Rishabh Pant, Prince Yadav, Nicholas Pooran, Mukul Choudhary, Ayush Badoni, Avesh Khan, Digvesh Rathi, Mohammed Shami, Mitchell Marsh
Gujarat Titans have had a slow and inconsistent start to IPL 2026, managing just 1 win in their first 3 matches (2 points, NRR -0.270). Despite having a strong squad on paper, GT have struggled to find rhythm, particularly in closing out tight games. However, their recent win could serve as a turning point if they build on that momentum.
Their last outing against Delhi Capitals was a dramatic, high-scoring encounter that highlighted both their strengths and vulnerabilities. Batting first, GT posted an impressive 210/4, powered by Shubman Gill’s fluent 70 off 45 balls and Washington Sundar’s explosive 55 off 32, setting a strong platform. However, what looked like a comfortable defense nearly slipped away as KL Rahul’s brilliant 92 off 52 balls kept DC firmly in the chase. GT were pushed to the brink, with the game going down to the final moments before they narrowly secured a 1-run win. Rashid Khan was the difference-maker, delivering a match-winning spell of 3/17, earning Player of the Match for his composure under pressure.
GT’s top players have shown strong recent form despite the team’s struggles. Shubman Gill (9 matches, 454 runs, Avg 56.75, SR 156.55) continues to anchor the batting lineup with consistency and class, while Sai Sudharsan (10 matches, 440 runs, Avg 48.89, SR 160.58) provides solidity and acceleration at the top. In bowling, Prasidh Krishna (10 matches, 15 wickets) has been a consistent wicket-taking option, while Rashid Khan remains the team’s most reliable match-winner with his ability to control games and pick crucial wickets.
Overall, Gujarat Titans remain a dangerous side with match-winners across departments, but their biggest challenge will be consistency and composure in pressure situations. If they can tighten their execution, they have the potential to quickly turn their season around.
Key Players: Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Rashid Khan, Prasidh Krishna
Shubman Gill Total Runs Over 26.5 @1.85
Shubman Gill has scored past 30 runs in both the matches played this season. He scored 70 runs in 45 balls in the last match against the Gujarat Titans on a winning cause. Gill's recent form is a huge positive for the Titans and you can back him to play another impactful knock at the top.
Total Fours Over 16.5 @ 2.00
Gujarat Titans are averaging 18.3 fours per match this season, hitting over 16 fours in two of their three games. Against LSG in their last two meetings, the Titans averaged 19 fours per match. Their strong top-order batting and the favourable conditions at Ekana make the over 16.5 fours line a highly attractive proposition.
Powerplay Score Over 55.5 in 6 Overs @1.85
Gujarat Titans are averaging 59.3 runs per match in the first six overs this season. Their top three are in good form and we back them to score heavily in the first 6 overs.
Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler, Washington Sundar, Glenn Phillips, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Ashok Sharma, Prasidh Krishna
Washington Sundar, Prasidh Krishna, Kagiso Rabada, Rashid Khan, Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler, Glenn Phillips, Rahul Tewatia, Shubman Gill, Ashok Sharma, Mohammed Siraj
The weather on the match day at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow is expected to be clear and warm throughout the day. The temperature will range between a high of around 36 °C and a low of 24 °C. There is no significant chance of rain, ensuring uninterrupted play.
Pitch Condition
BalancedBatting Conditions
Moderate ScoringPace Bowling
SwingSpin Bowling
Average Turn
The venue of the match is Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. Established in 2017, it is one of the newer international cricket venues in India and serves as the home ground of Lucknow Super Giants. The surface here is generally balanced but tends to assist spinners as the game progresses. The average first innings score is around 174, indicating a competitive batting track where totals above 170 are often challenging to chase.
Total Match Score Over 374.5 @ 1.85
The average total match score in the last two meetings between LSG and GT is 402 runs, making the over a well-supported pick for this high-scoring fixture.
Total Fours in the Match Over 31.5 @ 1.90
The track has become increasingly batter-friendly over the last season, where the average fours per match at this venue sits at around 33–35. The last time these two teams met at Lucknow, the total fours in the match was 36.
Total Match Sixes Over 16.5 @ 1.80
Matches between LSG and GT have been high-scoring affairs. Last season, both teams averaged 17.5 sixes per match in their meetings. This season the Super Giants are averaging 6.3 sixes per match, while the Titans are averaging 7.6. With both batting lineups in decent touch, we predict another entertaining six-hitting contest and back the total to go over 16.5.
Lucknow SuperGiants to win the coin toss @ 1.90
We back the Lucknow SuperGiants to win the coin toss in today's match against the Gujarat Titans.
At the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, teams chasing have had a slight advantage, winning 13 out of 23 matches (56.52%), compared to 9 wins while batting first. Additionally, teams winning the toss have gone on to win 65.22% of matches, highlighting its importance. Given these trends the team winning the toss is likely to prefer chasing.
Lucknow Super Giants enter this contest with better momentum, having won 2 of their 3 matches, including back-to-back victories in tight chases. Despite a negative NRR, they have shown composure under pressure and possess a balanced lineup with multiple match-winners. Gujarat Titans, on the other hand, have struggled for consistency, with just 1 win in 3 matches and concerns around closing games. Although GT have strong individual performers like Gill and Rashid, LSG’s recent form and home advantage give them the edge in this encounter.
We predict that Lucknow Super Giants will defeat Gujarat Titans.
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