Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) host Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Match 32 of IPL 2026 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Match starts at 7:30 PM IST (toss at 7:00 PM IST).
Watch the live telecast on Star Sports Network and live stream on JioHotstar (app and website).
Both teams walk into this match on the back of losing streaks. LSG have lost 3 in a row and sit 9th on the points table with just 2 wins from 6 matches. RR have lost their last 2 after opening with 4 consecutive wins, and sit 3rd with 8 points. This is a battle between a team desperate to save its season and a team desperate to stop the slide.
The contrast in quality is clear though. RR’s losses came against SRH (by 57 runs) and KKR away from home. LSG have not scored a single 200+ total all season, making them the only team in IPL 2026 without one. On a bowler-friendly Ekana pitch, this could be a battle of discipline rather than firepower.
LSG vs RR IPL 2026 Match 32: Quick Details
| Details | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | LSG vs RR, IPL 2026 Match 32 |
| Date | Wednesday, April 22, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST (Toss at 7:00 PM IST) |
| Venue | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| TV Telecast (India) | Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Tamil, Star Sports 1 Telugu, Star Sports 1 Kannada (+ HD) |
| Live Streaming (India) | JioHotstar (App and Website) |
| Live Streaming (UK) | Sky Sports Cricket / Sky Go / NOW TV |
| Live Streaming (USA) | Willow TV |
| Live Streaming (Australia) | Kayo Sports / Fox Cricket |
How to Watch LSG vs RR Live in India
On TV: Star Sports Network broadcasts all IPL 2026 matches in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada. Available on Tata Play, Airtel Digital TV, Dish TV, and D2H.
Online Streaming: JioHotstar is the exclusive platform. Plans start at ₹79/month (Mobile), ₹149/month (Super), and ₹299/month (Premium with 4K). Bundled access available through Jio, Airtel, and Vi recharge plans.
LSG vs RR Head-to-Head Record in IPL
RR dominate this rivalry, and it is not even close.
| Category | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 6 |
| RR Wins | 4 |
| LSG Wins | 2 |
| RR Win Rate | 66.7% |
RR have won 4 of 6 meetings against LSG since the franchise entered the IPL in 2022. The head-to-head clearly favours the 2008 champions. LSG’s 2 wins have come in tight contests, showing that when they play their best cricket, they can compete. But consistency has been the issue.
LSG vs RR: Probable Playing XIs
Here are Playing XI of both teams:
Lucknow Super Giants Probable XI
Mitchell Marsh, Ayush Badoni, Rishabh Pant (C/WK), Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Mukul Choudhary, Mohammed Shami, Avesh Khan, Prince Yadav, Manimaran Siddharth, Mohsin Khan.
Mohsin Khan could be a game-changer. ESPNcricinfo confirms the LSG fast bowler is finally fit and available after building up his workload on the sidelines during the early weeks. His left-arm pace on the Ekana surface could add a new dimension to LSG’s bowling.
Rajasthan Royals Probable XI
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Riyan Parag (C), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Brijesh Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi (Impact Player).
RR’s XI is settled. Sandeep Sharma may be used as impact player instead of Bishnoi if the pitch is seamer-friendly. The key question: can the Parag-Hetmyer-Jadeja middle order deliver on a pitch that rewards discipline over aggression?
Key Player Battles to Watch
Mohammed Shami vs Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: Shami’s discipline with the new ball against the teenager who strikes at 236. This powerplay battle sets the tone. If Shami contains Sooryavanshi, LSG have a chance. If not, RR run away with it early.
Jofra Archer vs Rishabh Pant: Archer has the IPL record for most first-ball wickets. Pant needs a big knock to revive both his form and LSG’s campaign. Express pace vs explosive intent. This is the middle-overs showdown that could decide the match.
Prince Yadav vs RR’s top order: Prince has 11 wickets this season and is LSG’s highest wicket-taker. His ability to break partnerships against Jaiswal and Jurel will be critical on a bowler-friendly Ekana surface.
Venue: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
The Ekana Stadium has turned into a bowler-friendly surface this season, unlike most IPL venues. This is a significant shift from previous years when it was a decent batting track.
Bowlers have gotten more assistance with the new ball here. Spinners have also found purchase on this surface. Teams have found it harder to score freely, which explains why LSG’s struggles at home have been amplified.
Weather: Clean conditions, around 20°C during the match with 18% humidity and no rain expected. Cool, dry conditions mean dew is less of a factor than at Mumbai or Bengaluru.
LSG vs RR Match 32 Prediction
RR are favourites. Despite losing their last 2 matches, they are the better team on paper. Sooryavanshi (246 runs, 236 SR), Archer (8 wickets), and Bishnoi give RR match-winners in every department. Their head-to-head advantage (4-2) adds historical confidence.
LSG’s best chance lies in the bowler-friendly Ekana pitch. If they can restrict RR below 160 with Shami, Avesh, Prince Yadav, and potentially Mohsin Khan, then chase it down with Pant and Pooran firing, an upset is possible.
Both teams need this win badly. For RR, a 3rd straight loss would seriously dent their season. For LSG, a 4th consecutive defeat could make playoffs mathematically near-impossible.
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Final Thoughts: Fans can Watch LSG vs RR on Star Sports Network and Jio Hotstar
LSG vs RR at Ekana is a must-win for both sides. Tune in at 7:30 PM IST on Wednesday, April 22 on Star Sports (TV) or JioHotstar (streaming).
LSG’s 3-match losing streak vs RR’s 2-match skid. Sooryavanshi’s 246 runs at 236 SR vs a bowler-friendly Ekana pitch. Shami’s discipline vs RR’s explosive top order. Mohsin Khan’s return adds intrigue. And Pant desperately needs a match-winning knock to keep LSG’s season alive.
