IPL 2025: Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants

IPL 2025
SCHEDULE	TIME
Match:	Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants
Tournament:	IPL 2025
Match Date:	May 4 2025
Match Time:	7:30 p.m. Indian Time (UTC +5:30)
Stadium:	-

Preview: Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants

The clash between Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants promises a high-stakes battle between explosive top-order batters and potent seam attacks, with both teams eyeing the playoffs. Punjab, currently third with 13 points, need just two wins from four games to break their playoff drought since 2014. While their top order has been firing, concerns remain over their misfiring middle order and a lack of bowling support for Arshdeep Singh. The underperformance of overseas stars like Stoinis, Inglis, and the injured Maxwell has put pressure on coach Ricky Ponting’s plans. Though Marco Jansen and Yuzvendra Chahal have stepped up recently, the spin attack will be tested further in Maxwell’s absence.

Lucknow, meanwhile, are struggling to maintain momentum, having lost three of their last four games and slipping to a negative net run rate. With three of their final four matches against top-four sides, including this one, they face an uphill battle. Their top order—led by Markram, Marsh, and Pooran—has carried the batting load, but Pooran’s recent dip and Rishabh Pant’s disappointing form (just 110 runs at a 98.2 strike rate) have been major setbacks. With an unsettled bowling unit and an inconsistent middle order, LSG will need a complete team effort in Dharamshala, where conditions could set up a high-scoring contest. Slight edge goes to Lucknow, but it’s anyone’s game.