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Two teams who need to get back to winning ways go head-to-head. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have lost three straight matches and are fresh off a thumping against the Punjab Kings. Rajasthan Royals (RR), after winning their first four, are now on a two-match losing streak.

LSG are not getting enough from their overseas players. Mitchell Marsh has failed to get going while Aiden Markram’s batting position has been changed consistently. Nicholas Pooran is in the worst phase of his career. Also, Rishabh Pant and others have been disappointing too. 

In the last match, SPODA AI correctly predicted Eshan Malinga had the highest probability of taking 2+ wickets. He took four wickets.

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For RR, their brilliant opening combination is key. However, they need more from their middle order, especially against spin. Captain Riyan Parag and Shimron Hetmyer have been below average, while Donovan Ferreira has shown some promise amid Ravindra Jadeja’s decent form.

On the bowling front, RR will be looking to bounce back against an LSG team struggling for consistency. Jofra Archer has bowled well, but the others have been inconsistent. Ravi Bishnoi started off superbly, but he’s been off-colour in the last two games, and needs a bounce back.

Match Details

IPL 2026 32nd Match: LSG vs RR Possible Playing XIIs

LSG played with only three overseas players in the last game. They may look to bring in George Linde, who adds to the depth of the squad. Expect Digvesh Rathi to return considering the number of left-handers in the RR lineup. 

Lucknow Super Giants: 1. Mitchell Marsh, 2. Aiden Markram, 3. Rishabh Pant (c & wk), 4. Nicholas Pooran, 5. Ayush Badoni, 6. Abdul Samad/George Linde, 7. Mukhul Choudhary, 8. Mohsin Khan, 9. Mohammed Shami, 10. Prince Yadav, 11. Avesh Khan/Mayank Yadav, 12. Digvesh Rathi

Sandeep Sharma may replace Brijesh Sharma for the Royals. Tushar Deshpande is expected to be the impact sub.

Rajasthan Royals: 1. Yashasvi Jaiswal, 2. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 3. Dhruv Jurel (wk), 4. Riyan Parag (c), 5. Shimron Hetmyer, 6. Donovan Ferreira, 7. Ravindra Jadeja, 8. Jofra Archer, 9. Ravi Bishnoi, 10. Sandeep Sharma, 11. Nandre Burger, 12. Tushar Deshpande

Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium Lucknow Pitch Report and Weather

Ekana has become a good venue for the batters since the last season. The wicket here is flat, with the ball coming onto the bat nicely.

The boundaries are on the bigger side, so the spinners can come into play and the pacers will look to hit the deck hard. Scores in the range of 180-200 are expected in this game. Chasing sides have won 12 of the 17 games played here since IPL 2024.

It will be a hot day in Lucknow, with the temperature being at around 37 degrees Celsius at the start of the game. There are no chances of rain.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for LSG vs RR: Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top Wicket-Keeper Picks:  

• Rishabh Pant has 147 runs in six innings at an average of 29.40 with one fifty in IPL 2026. Pant hasn’t looked out of touch, but his shot selection and execution have been far from ideal. It is high time now for him to step up and lead from the front. 
• Dhurv Jurel has 181 runs in six matches so far with two fifties. He’s averaging 36.20 at a strike rate of 170.75. Jurel is batting very aggressively at number 3, and he can score big if he gets going. Try him as C/VC in some of your teams. 

Key batter picks: 

• Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has 246 runs in six matches at an average of 41 and strike rate of 236.53 in this IPL. He’ll attack from the first ball and can take the game away from LSG in the first six overs. Vaibhav will be a popular C/VC option.
• Yashasvi Jaiswal has 223 runs in this tournament. He is averaging 55.75 at a strike rate of 152.73. Jaiswal is also super aggressive in the first six overs and is known for scoring big on his day. He’ll be an excellent C/VC choice.
• Mitchell Marsh has been far from his best till now, but he’s a key batter for LSG at the top and will be a must in your fantasy teams on a good batting track. Marsh likes pace on the ball, and he can take the RR bowlers to the cleaners. 

Top allrounder picks: 

• Aiden Markram batted at number five in the last game and scored 42 runs. He may bowl an over or two in this game, as the Royals have quite a few left-handers in their ranks. Markram is expected to open the innings, and he’ll be a good C/VC choice too. 

Key bowler picks: 

• Jofra Archer has eight wickets in six games. He’s picking up wickets consistently with the new ball, and he will pose a threat to the LSG openers and the middle order with his hard-length bowling.  
• Prince Yadav has been brilliant. He has 11 wickets in six games at an economy of 8.59 and bowling strike rate of 12. Prince will bowl the key overs and he can trouble the RR batters.

More insight for your Dream11 teams: Which bowlers and batters are considered most likely to perform?

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• The model lists Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as the likeliest player to hit a 30+ score (66.67% probability).
• Ask SPODA AI says Mitchell Marsh can be a good captaincy choice considering his batting average of 39.12 on this ground.
• Prince Yadav is considered the likeliest bowler to take 2+ wickets (41.04% probability).

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Other Players to Consider for Your Fantasy Cricket Team 

• Nicholas Pooran has 51 runs in 6 matches at an average of 8.50, and his strike rate has been 79.68. Pooran has been horribly out of form and will be a top differential choice. Try him as C/VC in some of your teams.
• Riyan Parag.
• Mukul Choudhary.
• Ayush Badoni (if he opens).
• Nandre Burger.
• Ravi Bishnoi.

Other Matchups and Facts 

• Head-to-Head: 6 matches; RR 4 and LSG 2. 
• LSG has lost their last three games, while RR has lost their last two matches. 
• Rishabh Pant vs. Ravi Bishnoi (T20s): 61 runs and 2 dismissals in 54 deliveries.
• Riyan Parag vs. Mohammed Shami (T20s): 21 runs and 3 dismissals in 17 deliveries. 
• Shimron Hetmyer vs. Mohammed Shami (T20s): 24 runs and 4 dismissals in 17 deliveries. 
• Riyan Parag vs. Avesh Khan (T20s): 16 runs and 2 dismissals in 16 deliveries.
• Mitchell Marsh vs. Ravindra Jadeja (T20s): 20 runs and 2 dismissals in 21 deliveries. 
• Nicholas Pooran vs. Nandre Burger (T20s): 29 runs and 2 dismissals in 23 deliveries.

IPL 2026 32nd Match: LSG vs RR Dream11 Prediction Today

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IPL 2026 32nd Match: LSG vs RR Match Prediction: Who will win?

Based on current form and bowling quality, the Rajasthan Royals are the favourites to win this game.

Rajasthan Royals to win.

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