Representing the northern city of Lucknow, LSG may be a relatively new franchise, but they’ve already made a name for themselves. Led by the calm-yet-deadly KL Rahul, the Super Giants have looked sharp in IPL 2025 so far — especially when playing at home on their fortress-like Ekana ground.
With explosive left-hander Nicholas Pooran in fine touch, Aussie all-rounder Marcus Stoinis adding balance, and young leggie Ravi Bishnoi troubling even the best in the business, this team is no underdog. They’re solid across all departments and hungry to prove themselves against a big-name opponent.
GT burst onto the scene with a bang, lifting the trophy in 2022 and reaching the finals again in 2023. Their skipper Shubman Gill is one of India’s most stylish and dependable batters. Add to that the spin wizardry of Rashid Khan, the finishing prowess of David Miller, and the cool nerves of Rahul Tewatia, and you have a squad packed with match-winners.
But in 2025, something feels slightly off. The spark seems dimmer, the rhythm less fluid. They’re still dangerous — but not unbeatable. You might want to explore our overview of Indian sportsbook bonuses — all verified and current.
On paper, Gujarat Titans have the better record. They’ve never lost to Lucknow. But this season tells a different story. LSG look stronger, fresher, and more in sync — especially on their home turf.
Pooran is smashing the ball like he’s in a net session, KL Rahul is playing with maturity and flair, and the bowling unit, featuring Bishnoi and Naveen-ul-Haq, has been clinical. The team is gelling at the right time, and they’ve got the crowd behind them in Lucknow.
GT, on the other hand, are showing signs of inconsistency. Rashid Khan hasn’t been his usual self, and without his mid-innings magic, they struggle to contain the opposition’s batters. While Gill and Miller remain threats, it doesn’t feel like enough to take down this LSG side firing on all cylinders.Get the latest best prediction for IPL match and dominate the day.
Lucknow Super Giants are expected to win this match with a scoreline of 179/5 to 168/7. Their explosive middle order, led by Nicholas Pooran, and a versatile bowling lineup featuring Ravi Bishnoi give them a strong edge over Gujarat Titans. While Gujarat has match-winners like Shubman Gill and Rashid Khan, their recent inconsistency and struggles with bowling depth may cost them in this clash.
The odds suggest a balanced contest: Lucknow Super Giants: odds 1.85, Gujarat Titans: odds 1.90.
Place your bets with odds of 1.85 on Lucknow.
