Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will be playing against Royal Challengers Bangaluru (RCB) in the 70th match of IPL 2025 on Tuesday, May 27, at LSG's home ground, the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. Royal Challengers Bengaluru currently sits at third position in the IPL 2025 points table.
This match is very important for RCB, as a win will guarantee a direct entry into Qualifier 1. For LSG, who have been eliminated from playoff competition, this will be an opportunity to close out the season on a high note by securing a win in their last game of the season.
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LSG Vs RCB: Pitch Report
The Ekana Cricket Stadium usually has a well-balanced surface with a mixture of red and black soil, which is in favor of the batters. The blend in most cases creates a flat pitch, which is friendly to high-scoring matches.
Consideration of the type of wicket has seen the first-time batsmen frequently able to put up fighting scores. Nonetheless, dew has been a key factor during evening matches here, particularly in the second innings, to render conditions a little easier for batters under lights.
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LSG Vs RCB: Toss Strategy
Therefore, the toss is most likely to have a strong bearing on the choice. Captains should choose bowling first in order to utilize the new pitch and attempt to limit the opposition. The approach also enables them to chase under the comparatively easier conditions provided by dew during later stages of the game.