Published on: Apr 25, 2026 7:08 pm IST | Updated on: Apr 23, 2026 3:52 pm IST
The Lucknow Super Giants are finding it tough to win games, whether at home or away from home. They next take on the Kolkata Knight Riders at home, a team that they have beaten in the reverse fixture at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata by 3 wickets. However, things have changed for both teams since that encounter, as LSG has succumbed to 4 losses on the bounce, whereas KKR, after losing two more games since then, have registered their first win of the season in the previous encounter. With both teams eager to maintain rhythm and find consistency in the Tata IPL 2026, expect a nail-biter of a contest. In this post, we have compiled free expert tips for the 38th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026), LSG vs KKR, at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.
The Lucknow Super Giants seem to be the most lethargic team in batting this season. Despite big names, their batters have failed to fire and have been languishing in the bottom half of the table since the start of the season. Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders are languishing right at the bottom of the points table, but have got some sort of confidence after registering their first win of the season in the previous encounter against the high-flying Rajasthan Royals. Going by the current form of both teams, the Knight Riders should have the winning probability meter favoring them. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 38th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026), LSG vs KKR, at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.
KKR: 53% win chance LSG: 47% win chance
The Aussie T20I skipper has been the lone warrior with the bat for LSG this season thus far, with 210 runs from 7 innings and a highest score of 55. Expect him to contribute yet again.
The youngster has been KKR's best batter this season with 200 runs from 7 innings at a healthy strike-rate of 142.85. He had a brilliant time at the start of the season but has suddenly found it tough to get going in recent games. Expect Raghuvanshi to return to form in this game.
Narine is expected to open the innings in this game if Seifert is left out. We all know what damage Narine can do batting at the top, and KKR would be hopeful for their veteran all-rounder to click in this game.
The former West Indies skipper has contributed 20-30 runs in almost every inning this season. Expect Powell to have an impact batting down the order.
Check out our prediction for the LSG vs KKR Indian Premier League 2026 match 38.
The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are struggling to find momentum in IPL 2026, with defeats piling up both at home and away. Their next challenge comes against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Match 38 at home—a side they narrowly beat by three wickets in the reverse fixture at Eden Gardens.
Despite boasting a star‑studded batting lineup featuring Rishabh Pant, Nicholas Pooran, and Aiden Markram, LSG’s batting has been underwhelming. Only Mitchell Marsh has consistently fought a lone battle, leaving the team short of runs and confidence. If LSG are to bounce back, their big names must step up and shoulder responsibility.
On the brighter side, their pace attack has been exceptional. Led by the experienced Mohammed Shami, with Prince Yadav already in contention for the Purple Cap, and solid contributions from Mohsin Khan and Avesh Khan, the bowling unit has kept LSG competitive. However, without batting support, even their strong bowling cannot secure wins. Against KKR, the Super Giants’ batters must finally rise to the occasion if they hope to return to winning ways and revive their campaign.
The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) finally broke their winless streak in IPL 2026, registering their first victory of the season with a spirited four‑wicket triumph over Rajasthan Royals (RR). That result has injected much‑needed confidence into the side, and they will now look to build on the momentum as they prepare for their next challenge.
The win was scripted by Rinku Singh’s heroics, whose fearless batting turned the tide in KKR’s favor. Complementing him was the experienced spin duo of Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine, who combined to choke RR’s batting lineup and ensure KKR stayed in control. Their performance highlighted the team’s strength in spin‑friendly conditions and gave the Knight Riders a template for success.
Heading into their upcoming fixture, KKR will aim to replicate the same formula—relying on their middle‑order firepower and spin attack to deliver results. With the first win under their belt, the Knight Riders now have an opportunity to climb up the points table and prove that their campaign is far from over. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 7 KKR won: 2 LSG won: 5 No Result: 0
The Lucknow Super Giants and Kolkata Knight Riders have locked horns 7 times in IPL history. LSG has had the upper hand in this battle with 5 wins, whereas KKR has managed only 2 wins in this battle.
How will the two teams, i.e., the Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants, fare in the 38th match of IPL 2026? Let’s take a look.
Ajinkya Rahane (C), Sunil Narine, Angkrish Raghuvanshi (WK) Cameron Green, Rovman Powell, Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Anukul Roy, Matheesha Pathirana, Kartik Tyagi, Varun Chakaravarthy IMPACT SUB: Vaibhav Arora
Mitchell Marsh, Ayush Badoni, Rishabh Pant (C/WK),Nicholas Pooran, Aiden Markram, Mukul Choudhary, Mohammed Shami, Mohsin Khan, Prince Yadav, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Avesh Khan/Mayank Yadav IMPACT SUB: Himmat Singh/Akshat Raghuvanshi
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 38th match of the Indian Premier League 2026 between Lucknow Super Giants and Kolkata Knight Riders at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.
At the Ekana Stadium, the slow pitch and expected dew make chasing the safer option. Batting gets tougher as the surface grips, while dew later eases stroke play. Captains winning the toss are likely to bowl first and trust their batters to hunt down the target.
The online live streaming of the 38th IPL 2026 match between the Lucknow Super Giants and Kolkata Knight Riders 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.
Lucknow Super Giants are going through batting struggles. Kolkata Knight Riders, buoyed by their first win, will fight hard and avenge their loss to LSG in the reverse fixture. The Knight Riders’ bowling will have sharpness this time around with the return of Matheesha Pathirana, and now they should back themselves to get going in this encounter. Therefore, as per our prediction, the Rajasthan Royals are expected to win the IPL 2026 Match 38, LSG vs KKR.
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