The high-stakes drama of the Indian Premier League continues as Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) host Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Match 61 of IPL 2025.
The contest is set for Monday, May 19, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST, at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
With LSG’s playoff hopes hanging by a thread and SRH playing for pride, both teams will be eager to make a statement as the league stage nears its end.
Match Overview
Fixture: Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
Date: May 19, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Live Streaming: JioHotstar, Star Sports Network
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
Lucknow Super Giants, led by Rishabh Pant, are in a do-or-die scenario. With 10 points from 11 matches and positioned seventh on the table, LSG must win all their remaining games to stay in the playoff race.
Their recent form has been concerning, losing four of their last five matches, and a defeat tonight would officially end their qualification hopes.
The loss of pace spearhead Mayank Yadav to injury is a setback, but New Zealand’s Will O’Rourke has been drafted in as a replacement.
LSG’s negative net run rate (-0.469) further complicates their path, as they not only need wins but also require big margins and favorable results elsewhere.
Key Players to Watch:
- Nicholas Pooran: LSG’s top scorer this season, providing power in the middle order.
- Mitchell Marsh: Adds stability at the top and can contribute with the ball.
- Aiden Markram: Reliable all-rounder, capable of changing games with both bat and ball.
- Digvesh Singh: Leading wicket-taker for LSG, effective with the new ball and at the death.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
Sunrisers Hyderabad, captained by Pat Cummins, enter this match with no playoff hopes, sitting eighth with just three wins in 11 matches.
Their most recent fixture against Delhi Capitals was washed out, and the team is now focused on finishing the season positively and playing spoiler to LSG’s ambitions.
With all overseas players available, SRH could experiment with their lineup and play with freedom.
Key Players to Watch:
- Harshal Patel: SRH’s leading wicket-taker, consistently striking in key moments.
- Pat Cummins: The captain leads from the front with both ball and tactical acumen.
- Ishan Kishan: Explosive at the top, capable of providing quick starts.
- Abhishek Sharma: Promising all-rounder, adds balance to the side.
Pitch Report: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
The Ekana pitch has been tricky this season, with low bounce and slow surfaces making run-scoring challenging. The average first-innings score is around 167, but teams will aim for 180+ to feel secure, especially with dew expected in the second half.
Weather Conditions
The weather in Lucknow on match day is expected to be clear, with no rain interruptions anticipated. Dew could be a factor in the second innings, making bowling tougher as the night progresses.
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | LSG Wins | SRH Wins | No Result |
| 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
LSG have dominated this rivalry, winning four of the five encounters, including their most recent clash earlier this season by five wickets. At the Ekana Stadium, LSG also hold the edge, having won the only previous meeting at this venue
Match Insights
With LSG’s playoff hopes on the line and SRH aiming to salvage pride, expect a fiercely contested match. LSG will rely on their core batting group and hope for a disciplined bowling effort, while SRH’s unpredictability and freedom from pressure could make them dangerous opponents.
