IPL 2026: LSG vs PBKS Match Prediction, Match 68 - Who will win today’s IPL match between Lucknow and Punjab?
Match 68 - Who will win today’s IPL match between Lucknow and Punjab? (Source: IPLT20.com)
Published - 22 May 2026, 10:45 PM• Read time - 12 mins
Punjab Kings (PBKS) will take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their most important fixture of the Indian Premier League 2026 (IPL 2026) on Saturday, May 23, at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. After remaining unbeaten in their first seven matches, Punjab’s campaign has only gone downhill as they’ve suffered six successive losses.
They’re ranked fifth on the IPL 2026 points table with six wins from 13 games, having 13 points to their name. They desperately need to win the upcoming fixture and also hope for Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) and Rajasthan Royals’ losses in their respective last matches to qualify ahead.
On the other hand, LSG are already out of the playoffs race and are reeling at the foot of the points table with eight points from 13 matches. The Rishabh Pant-led side has nothing to lose in the upcoming fixture and will look to spoil PBKS’ party, whose campaign is on a ventilator.
LSG vs PBKS Match Info
| Date | Fixture | Match No | Venue | Start time (Local time) |
| Saturday, May 23 | Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings | 68 | 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 | 28 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 12 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 15 |
| No Result | 01 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 174 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 165 |
| 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 PBKS Head-to-Head record in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 7 |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 3 |
| Punjab Kings | 4 |
LSG vs PBKS Playing 11 with Impact sub
Lucknow Super Giants
Mitchell Marsh, Josh Inglis, Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Rishabh Pant (capt & wk), Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Mohsin Khan, Mayank Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Prince Yadav, Digvesh Rathi
Punjab Kings
Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer (capt), Suryansh Shedge, Marcus Stoinis, Shashank Singh, Azmatullah Omarzai, Harpreet Brar, Lockie Ferguson, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal
Players to watch out for in LSG vs PBKS
Piryansh Arya
The southpaw has been instrumental in getting his team off to explosive starts with his belligerent batting in the powerplay. However, Arya’s bat has remained quiet in the last few fixtures, as he has just one fifty-plus score in the last seven innings. After being dismissed for a three-ball duck in the previous fixture, Arya will be hungry to get a big score against his name and help Punjab remain alive in the playoffs race.
Prince Yadav
The 24-year-old has had a dream season so far, with 16 scalps to his name from 13 innings, a performance that has even earned him a team India selection. Having made his way into the national side, Yadav will now look to end the season on a high with another terrific spell.
Today's Match Prediction: Punjab Kings to win
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on current form, team balance, and available match data. Cricket remains unpredictable, and actual results may vary.
