PBKS vs LSG IPL 2025 Match 54th Dream11 Prediction: The IPL 2025 is heating up as we head into Match 53, where Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will go head-to-head with Punjab Kings (PBKS). This exciting encounter will take place on Sunday, May 4, at the picturesque HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala. The game is set to begin at 7:30 PM IST and could be crucial for both teams as they look to secure a spot in the IPL 2025 playoffs.
Let’s take a look at the PBKS vs LSG Dream11 prediction, likely playing XI, detailed pitch report, weather conditions, and top Dream11 fantasy cricket tips for today’s match.
In the current IPL 2025 points table, Punjab Kings (PBKS) are placed fourth with 13 points, while Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are sitting at sixth with 10 points. A win today is crucial for LSG to stay in the playoff race, whereas PBKS will aim to strengthen their position in the top four.
This is the first-ever meeting between LSG and PBKS at the HPCA Stadium, making it a fresh contest at this venue.
Punjab Kings at HPCA Stadium
This will be LSG’s first match at the HPCA Stadium, so it will be interesting to see how they adapt to the conditions.
The HPCA pitch in Dharamsala offers a balanced track, favouring both batsmen and pacers. The surface provides good pace and bounce, which could help fast bowlers early in the match. At the same time, it’s a batting-friendly wicket too, as seen when RCB scored 241 runs last season—the highest T20 score on this ground.
There is a slight chance of rain in Dharamsala during the day, but it is expected to clear up by the evening. Temperatures will range between 17°C to 21°C with cloudy skies. Conditions should be cool and pleasant by the time the match begins.
Here is our suggested Dream11 team today for the PBKS vs LSG IPL 2025 match based on pitch conditions, recent form, and head-to-head performances:
Tip: Keep an eye on the final playing XI at the toss before locking your Dream11 fantasy team.
Looking at the current form and head-to-head record, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have a slight edge over Punjab Kings (PBKS). LSG have won 3 out of 5 matches against PBKS in the IPL so far, and they will be hungry for a win to stay in the playoff race.
However, PBKS are in better shape on the points table and recently beat LSG by 8 wickets, so they also have momentum on their side. The match being held at HPCA Stadium—a neutral ground for both teams—makes it even tougher to call.
Iyer, who was bought for Rs 26.75 crore, has proved his worth with smart captaincy and four half-centuries, the most recent one helping PBKS beat CSK. On the other hand, IPL's most expensive player, Pant, who was bought for Rs 27 crore, in poor form, is still a worry — he has scored only 110 runs in 10 innings, including six scores in single digits.
If LSG bat first and put up a strong score (around 180+), they are likely to win. But if PBKS chase well, like they did last time, they could take the game.
So, it’s a close contest, but LSG might just edge it today.
If Bat 1st: Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer (c), Prabhsimran Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Josh Inglis (wk), Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Harpreet Brar, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Arshdeep Singh.
If Bowl 1st: Shreyas Iyer (c), Priyansh Arya, Nehal Wadhera, Josh Inglis (wk), Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen, Shashank Singh, Harpreet Brar, Xavier Bartlett, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal.
Impact Player: Yuzvendra Chahal
If Bat 1st: Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Aiden Markram, Rishabh Pant(w/c), David Miller, Ayush Badoni, Abdul Samad, Shardul Thakur, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan.
If Bowl 1st: Aiden Markram, Rishabh Pant(w/c), Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Abdul Samad, David Miller, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Avesh Khan, Shardul Thakur, Prince Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi.
Impact Player: Shahbaz Ahmed
PBKS squad: Shreyas Iyer (c), Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Shashank Singh, Prabhsimran Singh, Harpreet Brar, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Yash Thakur, Marco Jansen, Josh Inglis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Harnoor Pannu, Kuldeep Sen, Priyansh Arya, Aaron Hardie, Musheer Khan, Suryansh Shedge, Xavier Bartlett, Pyla Avinash, Praveen Dubey, Nehal Wadhera.
LSG squad: Nicholas Pooran, Ravi Bishnoi, Mayank Yadav, Ayush Badoni, Rishabh Pant (c), David Miller, Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Avesh Khan, Abdul Samad, Aryan Juyal, Akash Deep, Himmat Singh, Manimaran Siddharth, Digvesh Singh, Shahbaz Ahmed, Akash Singh, Shamar Joseph, Prince Yadav, Yuvraj Chaudhary, RS Hangargekar, Arshin Kulkarni, Matthew Breetzke, Mohsin Khan.
The PBKS vs LSG game in IPL 2025 promises to be a thrilling match with playoff implications. While PBKS have a better record at this venue, LSG will be eager to turn the tables in their first-ever match at HPCA Stadium. Build your Dream11 fantasy team wisely, keeping the pitch report and recent head-to-head stats in mind.
Which TV channel will show the live broadcast of the PBKS vs LSG match in IPL 2025?
The IPL 2025 PBKS vs LSG match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network on Sunday, May 4.
What time is the toss for the PBKS vs LSG match in IPL 2025?
The toss for the PBKS vs LSG IPL 2025 match is scheduled for 7:00 PM IST.
What is the start time of the IPL 2025 PBKS vs LSG match?
The match between PBKS and LSG in IPL 2025 will begin at 7:30 PM IST.
Where can fans watch the PBKS vs LSG live streaming in India?
Fans can catch the live streaming of the PBKS vs LSG IPL 2025 match on the JioCinema and Hotstar app and website.
| Rank | Team | Match Played | Won | Loss | Tied | NR | NRR | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RCB | 11 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.482? | 16 |
| 2 | MI | 11 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1.274 | 14 |
| 3 | GT | 10 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.867 | 14 |
| 4 | PBKS | 10 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0.199 | 13 |
| 5 | DC | 10 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0.362 | 12 |
| 6 | LSG | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | -0.325 | 10 |
| 7 | KKR | 10 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0.271 | 9 |
| 8 | RR | 11 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 | -0.78 | 6 |
| 9 | SRH | 10 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | -1.192 | 6 |
| 10 | CSK | 11 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 | -1.117 | 4 |
Disclaimer: The Dream 11 team predictions provided in this article are based on analysis of recent player performance, team form, past encounters, and expert opinions. However, the actual outcome of the match can be influenced by various unforeseen factors such as player injuries, changes in playing conditions, and luck. Therefore, the accuracy of these predictions cannot be guaranteed.