Published on: Apr 18, 2026 7:18 pm IST | Updated on: Apr 17, 2026 12:28 pm IST
The undefeated and current table-toppers, the Punjab Kings, are all set to host the struggling Lucknow Super Giants in match 29 of Tata IPL 2026. The Punjab Kings have been the best team of this season so far. The finalists of the last season are yet to be defeated and are the current table leaders. The Lucknow Super Giants haven’t found their perfect combination yet and are struggling to find momentum in this tournament after just two wins and three losses to their name from five games. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 29th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026), PBKS vs LSG, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, New Chandigarh.
The Punjab Kings playing at home should start as the extreme favorites in this fixture. They have got the better of every team they have squared off against so far this season and will look to continue their domination in this fixture as well. The Super Giants have been struggling badly as they have now lost two in a row and three games in total. With nothing going their way, LSG have no chance of taming the current table toppers. Therefore, expect the win probability meter to lean in favor of the Kings. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 29th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026), PBKS vs LSG, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, New Chandigarh.
PBKS: 66% win chance LSG: 34% win chance
The PBKS skipper has scored fifties in his last three games. He has been in blunt form for the Kings and will look to carry on in this game as well. So far in 4 innings, Iyer has scored 203, striking at a massive rate of 187.96.
Maturity was on witness during Prabhsimran's swashbuckling unbeaten 80 against MI in the previous fixture. The youngster from Punjab has scored 211 runs so far this season at a massive average of 70.33.
The youngster has emerged as the best batter of LSG so far this season with 127 runs from 4 innings at a strike-rate of 149.01. He will play a crucial role lower down the order.
The PBKS opener has given the team some rollicking starts. Although he hasn't had a big knock to his name thus far, Arya has contributed with some quick starts. Expect him to play his role yet again.
Check out our prediction for the PBKS vs LSG Indian Premier League 2026 match 29.
The undefeated Punjab Kings are set to continue their remarkable run in IPL 2026 as they host the struggling Lucknow Super Giants in match 29 at Mullanpur. Sitting comfortably at the top of the points table, Punjab have emerged as the most consistent and dominant side this season. With four wins and one no-result from their five outings, the finalists of last season have showcased both depth and balance across departments.
Their latest triumph, a convincing seven-wicket win over five-time champions Mumbai Indians, underlined their batting firepower and bowling discipline. The likes of Shikhar Dhawan and Liam Livingstone have provided stability and aggression at the top, while their bowling attack has consistently delivered breakthroughs. Punjab’s unbeaten streak at home further strengthens their confidence heading into this clash.
Lucknow, on the other hand, arrive under pressure after a string of inconsistent performances. They have lost momentum and will need to regroup quickly to challenge the table-toppers. Historically, Punjab hold a slight edge in head-to-head battles, winning three of the last five encounters. With form, momentum, and home advantage on their side, Punjab Kings will be eyeing yet another dominant show to solidify their grip on the season.
The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) head into their clash against the unbeaten Punjab Kings with plenty of questions surrounding their form. Sitting seventh on the points table with just two wins from five matches, LSG’s campaign has been marred by underwhelming batting performances. Big names such as Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, and skipper Rishabh Pant have consistently failed to deliver, leaving the team short of runs and confidence.
Yet, if there is one department keeping LSG alive this season, it is their pace attack. Led by the experienced Mohammed Shami, and supported by Avesh Khan and the promising Prince Yadav, Lucknow’s fast bowlers have been exceptional. They have consistently struck early blows, maintained discipline in the middle overs, and shown the ability to defend modest totals. Against Punjab’s in-form batting lineup, this pace trio will be crucial in applying pressure and creating breakthroughs.
While Punjab remains the favorite given their unbeaten streak and balanced squad, LSG’s bowling arsenal offers a glimmer of hope. If their batters can finally step up and complement the bowlers, Lucknow may just have enough firepower to unsettle the table-toppers. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 6 PBKS won: 3 LSG won: 3 No Result: 0
Six meetings and it’s even stevens between the Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants as both teams have managed to win 3 games each.
How will the two teams, i.e., the Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants, fare in the 29th match of IPL 2026? Let’s take a look.
Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Priyansh Arya, Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer (C), Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Shashank Singh, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Arshdeep Singh, Vyshak Vijaykumar IMPACT SUB: Yuzvendra Chahal
Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Rishabh Pant/Arshin Kulkarni, Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Abdul Samad, Mukul Choudhary (WK), Mohammed Shami, Avesh Khan, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Prince Yadav IMPACT SUB: Shabaz Ahmed/George Linde
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 29th match of the Indian Premier League 2026 between Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, New Chandigarh.
For the toss in the 29th IPL 2026 clash at Mullanpur, the captain winning the toss is expected to opt to chase. The evening start at 7:30 PM, bringing dew into play, making batting easier later. With a balanced pitch and short boundaries, chasing remains the safer strategy.
The online live streaming of the 29th IPL 2026 match between the Punjab Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad 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.
The Punjab Kings are nearly unstoppable so far this season. The team has performed in unison and hasn’t let any team get close to them. Lucknow Super Giants’ form this season has been below par, and they will have an uphill task in hand to tame the undefeated Punjab Kings, who are eyeing a hat trick of wins over the Lucknow Super Giants. So, as per our prediction, Punjab Kings are expected to win the IPL 2026 Match 29, PBKS vs LSG.
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