IPL 2026: LSG vs KKR Match Prediction, Match 38 - Who will win today’s IPL match between Lucknow and Kolkata?
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Lucknow Super Giants (Source: IPLT20.com)
Published - 26 Apr 2026, 04:55 AM• Read time - 12 mins
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will look to end their losing streak in the Indian Premier League 2026 (IPL 2026) as they take on Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Match 38 on Sunday, April 26, at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. The Rishabh Pant-led side started the tournament well, winning two out of their first three games.
However, they’ve failed to continue their momentum, losing their last four fixtures. On the other hand, KKR finally tasted their first victory of the season after seven matches, beating Rajasthan Royals (RR) in their last fixture. With both teams reeling at the bottom two spots on the IPL 2026 points table, they will look to avoid the wooden spoon with a victory in the upcoming encounter.
LSG vs KKR Match Info
| Date | Fixture | Match No | Venue | Start time (Local time) |
| Sunday, April 26 | Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders | 38 | Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow | 7:30 PM |
BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium Stats in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 25 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 10 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 14 |
| No Result | 01 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 173 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 163 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 235/6 (20) by KKR vs LSG, 2024 |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 108/10 (19.5) by LSG vs RCB, 2023 |
| Highest Score Chased | 228 [230/4 in 18.4 overs] by RCB vs LSG, 2025 |
| Lowest Score Defended | 126 by RCB vs LSG, 2023 |
BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium Pitch Report and Playing Conditions:
| Aspect | Batters | Pacers | Spinners |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Assistance | High | Moderate | Good |
| Bounce | Decent | Good | Helpful |
| Movement | Decent | Minimal after powerplay | Good |
| Best Phase | Almost Throughout | With new ball | Middle Overs |
LSG vs KKR Head-to-Head record in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 7 |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 5 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 2 |
LSG vs KKR Playing 11 with Impact sub
Lucknow Super Giants
Ayush Badoni, Mitchell Marsh, Rishabh Pant, Nicholas Pooran, Aiden Markram, Himmat Singh, Mukul Choudhary, Mohammed Shami, Mayank Yadav, Digvesh Rathi, Mohsin Khan, Prince Yadav
Kolkata Knight Riders
Ajinkya Rahane, Tim Seifert/Manish Pandey, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Cam Green, Rovman Powell, Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Anukul Roy, Sunil Narine, Kartik Tyagi, Matheesha Pathirana/Vaibhav Arora, Varun Chakaravarthy
Players to watch out for in LSG vs KKR
Rishabh Pant
The LSG captain has struggled for form in the ongoing season, having scored 147 runs from seven innings at an average of 24.50. With Lucknow being down in the doldrums, they desperately need their captain to fire with the bat, and the upcoming fixture presents Pant the perfect opportunity to change his team’s fortunes.
Sunil Narine
The veteran spinner has scalped six wickets from six matches so far and bowled at an economy of 6.82. Narine is touted as one of the biggest match-winners in IPL history. KKR need him to rise to the occasion more than ever and inspire his team to make a dramatic comeback in the season.
Today's Match Prediction: Lucknow Super Giants to win
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on current form, team balance, and available match data. Cricket remains unpredictable, and actual results may vary.
