Match 32
Indian Premier League 2026 (IPL 2026)
April 22, 2026, 7:30 pm
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LSG
Odds » 2.29
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RR
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Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

LSG vs RR Today’s Match Prediction & Cricket Betting Tips: Indian Premier League (IPL 2026), Match 32, April 22

Published on: Apr 21, 2026 7:28 pm IST | Updated on: Apr 20, 2026 4:30 pm IST

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The Lucknow Super Giants are having a torrid run this season after four losses and two wins to their name so far this season. They next host the inaugural champions, the Rajasthan Royals, in match 32 of Tata IPL 2026 at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. Both teams have had an off time in recent games, making this fixture a battle between two outfits who are desperate to get their way back to winning ways. In this post, we have compiled free expert tips for the 32nd match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026), LSG vs RR, at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.

Win Probability: LSG vs RR

Lucknow Super Giants, despite playing at home, won’t be the outright favorites to win this contest. They have had a tough time in this season so far, having lost 4 games, of which three were consecutive. Royals, meanwhile, have had poor outings in their previous two fixtures, losing to Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders. However, they are more confident with their eleven and team combination compared to Lucknow, who look hapless. Therefore, expect the win probability meter to lean in favor of the Royals. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 32nd match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026), LSG vs RR, at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.

RR: 57% win chance
LSG: 43% win chance

  • The Rajasthan Royals have now lost two games on the trot. They have secured 3 wins in their last 5 games this season and are standing 3rd on the points table.
  • The Super Giants are heading into this fixture after succumbing to a hat-trick of losses. With 2 wins and 4 losses from 6 games, Super Giants stand 8th on the points table.
  • In the last 5 meetings between the two sides, RR has the upper hand with 3 wins, whereas LSG has won 2.

Cricket Betting Tips for LSG vs RR—32nd Match, IPL 2026

Aiden Markram to score Over 24.5

The LSG management and skipper are playing with Markram's opening position in this season. However, still, the Proteas' white-ball skipper has managed to play a good hand with the bat for the side with 162 runs from 6 innings, striking at 160. Expect him to contribute in this game as well.

Ayush Badoni to score Over 21.5

Surprisingly, Ayush Badoni opened the innings for LSG in the last game against PBKS. He contributed with a 35 off 21 deliveries in a chase of over 254. Badoni hasn't been yielding big scores, but 20-30 is something he is delivering on a consistent basis. Therefore, expect Badoni to do his bit in this game as well.

Yashasvi Jaiswal to score Over 29.5

The RR opener has amassed 223 runs so far in 6 innings in this tournament at a healthy strike-rate of 152.73. He will be a key figure for RR at the top.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to score Over 29.5

The youngster from Bihar has been RR's architect this season with the bat. His explosives at the top has helped RR win games with ease. Having scored 246 runs from 6 innings this season so far at a humongous strike-rate of 236.53, expect Vaibhav to continue with his heroic performance.

LSG vs RR Today’s Match Prediction

Check out our prediction for the LSG vs RR Indian Premier League 2026 match 32.

Can Super Giants find solace at home?

The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are enduring a torrid run in the Tata IPL 2026, with just two wins from six matches and four defeats, leaving them languishing at 8th place on the points table. Heading into Match 32 at the Ekana Stadium, they desperately need a turnaround after suffering a hat‑trick of losses.

Captain Rishabh Pant has struggled both with the bat and his leadership, while head coach Justin Langer’s strategies have failed to inspire confidence. The team continues to shuffle its lineup without finding the right balance, adding to their woes. Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markram have shown glimpses of quality but lack consistency, while Nicholas Pooran’s poor run has been a major setback for the hosts.

Facing the Rajasthan Royals, LSG will need a collective effort to rediscover their rhythm. Playing at home offers them a chance to regroup and find solace, but unless their big names step up, the challenge remains daunting. This fixture could define whether the Super Giants revive their campaign or sink deeper into trouble.

Rajasthan Royals have a golden chance of getting back to winning ways against torrid LSG

The Rajasthan Royals (RR) head into Match 32 of the Tata IPL 2026 against the struggling Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) with a golden opportunity to bounce back. RR have slipped after two consecutive defeats but remain well-placed at third on the points table, having secured three wins in their last five matches.

In the last five meetings between these sides, RR hold the upper hand with three victories, while LSG have managed two. The Royals’ young openers, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal, have been terrific, consistently providing strong starts. Other batters have chipped in occasionally, but the team’s overall balance has kept them competitive despite recent setbacks.

However, skipper Riyan Parag’s poor form with both bat and ball continues to be a glaring weakness. His lack of impact has frustrated fans season after season, leaving RR reliant on their younger stars and bowling unit to carry the load.

Facing an LSG side stuck in a rut with four losses already, RR have a prime chance to regain momentum. A win here would not only halt their losing streak but also reinforce their credentials as genuine title contenders. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.

LSG vs RR Head-to-Head

Matches Played: 6
RR won:
4
LSG won: 2
No Result: 0

The Lucknow Super Giants and Rajasthan Royals have locked horns 6 times in IPL history. Royals have had the upper hand with 4 wins, whereas the Super Giants have won only two fixtures.

Team Analysis: Rajasthan Royals and Lucknow Super Giants

How will the two teams, i.e., the Rajasthan Royals and Lucknow Super Giants, fare in the 19th match of IPL 2026? Let’s take a look.

Rajasthan Royals (RR)

  • Rajasthan’s fragility against spin was on full display in the last game against KKR.
  • The middle order looks wrecked if Dhruv Jurel isn’t doing well.
  • Skipper Riyan Parag is good for nothing, neither with the bat nor with his captaincy.
  • Players like Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, and Donovan Ferreira have to step up with the bat.
  • Also, Sandeep Sharma’s exclusion was eyebrow-raising in the last game. He should be there in the eleven, either in place of Brijesh Sharma or Yash Raj Punja.

Expected Starting 11

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 SUB: Yash Raj Punja/Sandeep Sharma

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)

  • It’s time to take some tough calls for the Lucknow Super Giants.
  • After multiple failures, Nicholas Pooran might find his way out of the eleven. Proteas top-order batter Matthew Breetzke could find a place in the eleven.
  • If Breetzke plays this game, he could open the innings with Mitchell Marsh, whereas Aiden Markram could find a new batting spot at no 4.
  • Himmat Singh, who got into the eleven in the last game as an impact sub, could well stick in the eleven as the substitute.
  • Maniraman Siddharth will once again pip Digvesh Rathi in the eleven.

Expected Starting 11:

Mitchell Marsh, Matthew Breetzke/Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (C/WK), Aiden Markram, Ayush Badoni, Mukul Choudhary, Manimaran Siddharth, Avesh Khan, Mohammed Shami, Mohsin Khan, Prince Yadav IMPACT SUB: Himmat Singh/Akshat Raghuvanshi

Weather Conditions and Pitch Report

Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 32nd match of the Indian Premier League 2026 between Lucknow Super Giants and Rajasthan Royals at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.

Pitch ReportWeather Report
The surface is generally slow and low, aiding spinners.Temperatures expected around 29–31°C, warm but manageable.
Average first-innings scores hover around 155–165 runs, making it a challenging venue for batters.Humidity levels moderate at 50–55%, adding slight fatigue for players.
Pacers may struggle for pace but can use variations effectively.Skies likely to remain clear, with negligible chance of rain.
Spinners often dominate, especially in the middle overs.A gentle breeze may aid swing but won’t disrupt play.
Teams batting first have historically fared better here, defending totals successfully.Dew is minimal compared to other venues, so chasing advantage is limited.

Toss Prediction

With the Lucknow pitch expected to play slow and assist spinners, the captain winning the toss may prefer batting first. Setting a competitive total could be crucial, as chasing becomes tougher on this surface. Defending runs has historically been the safer strategy at this venue.

Where To Watch Today’s Match

The online live streaming of the 32nd IPL 2026 match between the Lucknow Super Giants and Rajasthan Royals will take place live on the JioHotstar App. TV viewers can watch the match live on the Star Sports 1, 2, and 3 HD and non-HD channels.

LSG vs RR: Today’s Match Predictions

The Lucknow Super Giants and Rajasthan Royals haven’t played good cricket of late. Both teams are heading into this contest on the back of a string of losses. Lucknow are under immense pressure compared to their counterparts as their batting looks baffled with no order set in the department. Considering an unsettled lineup of LSG, expect the Royals to have a good game in Lucknow. Therefore, as per our prediction, the Rajasthan Royals are expected to win the IPL 2026 Match 32, LSG vs RR.

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