Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) will face each other in the 13th match of the IPL 2025. The Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow will host its first match of the tournament. Both LSG and PBKS are on the back of a win in their previous match and will hope to continue their winning run.
While LSG convincingly beat SRH in their backyard after losing a thriller to DC, PBKS claimed a close win against GT in their backyard. Both teams have a solid XI and a good set of players as backups, some of whom could be handy as impact players. As the match will be held in Lucknow, one might not be sure about how the teams will use their impact players.
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Predicted Impact Players for Lucknow Super Giants
- Mitchell Marsh – Mitchell Marsh has batted well in both of LSG’s games against DC and SRH. He might just have to bat for his side and needn’t worry about bowling or fielding.
- Digvesh Singh – If the conditions in Lucknow are slow and favorable for spin bowling, Digvesh could be used as a spin substitute.
- Shahbaz Ahmed – Shahbaz can be handy both as a batter and as a bowler. However, he will be more essential as a bowler than as a batter in Lucknow.
- Manimaran Siddharth – As Lucknow has traditionally been a spin-friendly surface, it would be good for LSG to have as many spinners in their lineup as possible.
Predicted Impact Players for Punjab Kings
- Harpreet Brar – Harpreet Brar did not feature in the team against GT. But, given the conditions in Lucknow, he might be essential for PBKS as an impact substitute.
- Nehal Wadhera – If PBKS bowl first and need someone to chase down the total with a handy cameo, Nehal could do the job lower down the order.
- Vijaykumar Vyshak – Vijaykumar’s spell as the impact substitute turned the game in PBKS’ favor against GT. He might be important for PBKS with his death bowling.
- Vishnu Vinod – In case PBKS wants to pick an Indian batter in the middle order, considering the failure of all overseas batters in the previous game, Vishnu might be a good option.
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Expert opinion and final prediction
- Home Advantage – LSG will be playing their first match at home and has a good record at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.
- Recent Form – LSG have won 3 of their 4 matches against PBKS. Both teams are on the back of a win in their previous game.
- Balanced Squad – Punjab Kings have a more balanced side considering different departments of the game.
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LSG vs PBKS match prediction
While no team has a huge advantage, Punjab Kings might have a slight edge over the Super Giants due to a balanced squad. They might, hence start the match as the favorites to win.
Disclaimer: The information presented in this news article is based on the author’s insights, analysis, and perspective. Readers are encouraged to evaluate the details thoughtfully and draw their own conclusions.
