The 70th match of IPL 2025 will see the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) face off against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium, Lucknow. RCB will aim for a crucial win to boost their chances of finishing in the top two, while LSG, already out of the Playoffs’ race, will play for pride and look to end their season on a high with a victory.
These two teams have clashed only once before at the Ekana, where RCB emerged victorious. Overall, LSG have played 20 games at their home ground, winning 9, losing 10, and 1 match ending in no result – a decent record at home. On the other hand, RCB have played 2 games at the venue, with one win and one loss to their name. The loss came during their previous league stage fixture against Sunrisers Hyderabad a few days back.
IPL stats & records – Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
The Ekana Stadium tends to favour the batters, as evident from the high-scoring encounters witnessed here. In the previous match between RCB and SRH, SRH posted a massive total of 231 runs in their 20 overs. The pitch offers little margin for error for the bowlers, making it a paradise for batters. Over the last two years, the average first-innings score at Lucknow has been over 180 runs, underlining its batting-friendly nature.
| Matches Played |
21 |
| Matches Won Batting First |
09 |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 11 |
| Matches With No Result | 01 |
| Matches Tied | 00 |
| Average First Innings Score | 170 |
| Highest Team Total | 235 |
| Highest Total Successfully Chased | 206 |
Top player battles to watch in LSG vs RCB, Match 70 – IPL 2025
1. Mitchell Marsh vs Josh Hazlewood
Two of Australia’s finest players will go head-to-head, likely squaring off during the powerplay. Both will aim to dominate early and give their respective teams the momentum in the match. Interestingly, Marsh has faced only 7 deliveries from Hazlewood in T20s, scoring 12 runs without being dismissed. With both players in top form, fans can expect an exciting battle that promises to entertain the crowd.
2. Virat Kohli vs Avesh Khan
RCB’s star player, Virat Kohli, has been in outstanding form once again this season, delivering crucial runs for his team when it matters most. On the other hand, India’s promising fast bowler, Avesh Khan, will aim to challenge Kohli with his precise line and length. Interestingly, Avesh has dismissed Kohli twice in T20s, and he will be keen to continue that trend in this encounter.
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