IPL 2026: RCB vs LSG Match Prediction, Match 23 - Who will win today’s IPL match between Bengaluru and Lucknow?
IPL 2026: RCB will take on LSG in Bengaluru(Source: Getty Images)
Published - 15 Apr 2026, 01:05 AM• Read time - 12 mins
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will lock horns with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Match 23 of the Indian Premier League 2026 (IPL 2026) on Wednesday, April 15, at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. RCB are coming into the fixture, having beaten Mumbai Indians (MI) by 18 runs in their last fixture.
The defending champions have got their campaign off to a good start, having won three out of the four fixtures and are comfortably seated on third spot on the points table. On the other hand, Lucknow are coming in the game, having lost their last game against Gujarat Titans (GT).
The Rishabh Pant-led side is struggling with their batting unit as they occupy seventh spot on the points table with two wins from four matches, having two points to their name. Having a clean record against RCB in Bengaluru, LSG will hope to register another clinical win in the upcoming fixture, while RCB will aim to stop their winning hat-trick.
RCB vs LSG Match Info
| Date | Fixture | Match No | Venue | Start time (Local time) |
| Wednesday, April 15 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Lucknow Super Giants | 23 | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | 7:30 PM |
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Stats in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 142 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 45 (including one tie won by side batting first) |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 53 |
| No Result | 4 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 174 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 157 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 287/3 (20) by SRH vs RCB, 2024 |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 82/10 (15.1) by RCB vs KKR, 2008 |
| Highest Score Chased | 213 [213/9 in 20 overs] by LSG vs RCB, 2023 |
| Lowest Score Defended | 138 (20) by PBKS vs RCB, 2017 |
M Chinnaswamy Stadium Pitch Report and Playing Conditions:
| Aspect | Batters | Pacers | Spinners |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Assistance | Good | Favourable | Decent |
| Bounce | Good | Good | Decent |
| Movement | Good | Minimal after powerplay | Good |
| Best Phase | Almost Throughout | With new ball | Middle Overs |
RCB vs LSG Head-to-Head record in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 6 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 4 |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 2 |
RCB vs LSG Playing 11 with Impact sub
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar, Tim David, Jitesh Sharma, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Rasikh Salam, Jacob Duffy/Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma
Lucknow Super Giants
Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Rishabh Pant, Ayush Badoni, Nicholas Pooran, Abdul Samad, Mukul Choudhary, George Linde/Anrich Nortje, Mohammed Shami, Avesh Khan/Mayank Yadav, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Prince Yadav
Players to watch out for in RCB vs LSG
Devdutt Padikkal
After notching up back-to-back half-centuries against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Padikkal had a quiet outing against the Rajasthan Royals (RR) and didn’t get a chance to bat against the Mumbai Indians (MI). With RCB returning to their home ground, he will be eyeing another big score at the venue.
Mohammed Shami
The right-arm speedster has looked at his vintage best in the ongoing season, having taken four wickets from as many innings. Shami has been phenomenal with the new ball, with the batters failing to score freely against him. With the ability to swing the new ball at his disposal, Shami will look to trouble the prolific opening pair of Virat Kohli and Phlip Salt in the upcoming fixture.
Today's Match Prediction: Royal Challengers Bengaluru to win
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on current form, team balance, and available match data. Cricket remains unpredictable, and actual results may vary.
