Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are set to face Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Match 23 of IPL 2026 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. RCB have been in excellent form this season, winning three out of four matches and consistently scoring above 200 runs.
On the other hand, LSG are coming into this game after a loss and will be looking to bounce back. With RCB playing at home and their batting lineup in top form, they will start as favourites. However, LSG still have the firepower to challenge if their key players step up.
RCB vs LSG Match Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | RCB vs LSG, Match 23, IPL 2026 |
| Date | Wednesday, April 15, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| Broadcast | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
| Toss | 7:00 PM IST |
| RCB Captain | Rajat Patidar |
| LSG Captain | Rishabh Pant |
RCB Playing 11 Today
RCB are expected to go with the same XI that beat Mumbai Indians in their last game. Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, and Rajat Patidar have been the standout performers this season. Josh Hazlewood’s availability is a concern, and Jacob Duffy may replace him if the Australian pacer is ruled out.
RCB Predicted XI: Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (C), Tim David, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Rasikh Salam, Josh Hazlewood / Jacob Duffy
LSG Playing 11 Today
LSG come into this game after a loss to Gujarat Titans. Rishabh Pant leads the side and will be key with both bat and gloves. Mayank Yadav could come in as a bowling option after missing recent games.
LSG Predicted XI: Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Rishabh Pant (C/WK), Ayush Badoni, Nicholas Pooran, Abdul Samad, Mukul Choudhary, George Linde, Mohammed Shami, Avesh Khan, Digvesh Singh Rathi
RCB vs LSG Impact Players
RCB Impact Sub: Suyash Sharma
Suyash Sharma is the likely impact substitute for RCB. He offers wrist-spin and can be effective on the Chinnaswamy surface when conditions allow turn.
LSG Impact Sub: Mayank Yadav or Prince Yadav
Mayank Yadav, if fit, brings genuine pace and could be a game-changer in the death overs. Prince Yadav is the backup option and bowls left-arm spin.
RCB vs LSG Key Players to Watch
| Player | Team | Role | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phil Salt | RCB | Opener | In great form; scored 78 off 36 vs MI; Player of the Match; strong start provider |
| Virat Kohli | RCB | Top-order Batter | Scored a half-century in last match; anchors innings; consistent performer |
| Rajat Patidar | RCB | Captain / Batter | Strong against pace; leading from the front; key top-order player |
| Rishabh Pant | LSG | Captain / Wicketkeeper-Batter | Aggressive batter; crucial for LSG; suited for high-scoring grounds |
| Mohammed Shami | LSG | Bowler | Best bowler for LSG; early swing + deadly yorkers at death |
| Mukul Choudhary | LSG | Bowler | Left-arm pacer; surprise performer; threat to right-handed batters |
RCB vs LSG Head-to-Head Record
RCB and LSG have faced each other six times in the IPL. RCB hold the edge with four wins. LSG have won the remaining two.
| Category | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Lucknow Super Giants |
|---|---|---|
| Wins | 4 | 2 |
| Highest Score | 230/4 (2025) | 227/3 (2025) |
| Lowest Score | 126/9 (2023) | 108 (2023) |
| Most Runs | Faf du Plessis (238) | Rishabh Pant (118+) |
| Most Wickets | Josh Hazlewood (9) | Naveen-ul-Haq (5) |
RCB’s highest total of 230/4 and LSG’s reply of 227/3, both from 2025, show how close and high-scoring this rivalry has become at Chinnaswamy.
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RCB vs LSG Match Prediction
RCB enter this game as strong favourites. They have crossed the 200-run mark in all four matches this season and are playing at home. Their batting unit is settled and in form across all positions.
LSG’s bowling has been disciplined, but they have struggled to post big scores with the bat. Unless their top order fires, it will be tough for LSG to match RCB at Chinnaswamy.
RCB are predicted to win this contest.
