The much-anticipated LSG vs PBKS Scorecard 2026 match in the Indian Premier League (IPL) is underway in New Chandigarh, with fans witnessing an exciting contest between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).
Lucknow captain Rishabh Pant won the toss and opted to bowl first, signaling confidence in his bowling attack and a strategy to chase under favorable conditions.
Match Overview
This encounter marks the sixth game of the season for both teams. Punjab Kings have enjoyed a strong campaign so far, remaining unbeaten in completed matches, while Lucknow Super Giants are still searching for consistency.
| Team | Matches Played | Wins | Losses | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PBKS | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| LSG | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
Punjab’s only non-win came due to a rain-affected match against Kolkata Knight Riders, while Lucknow have struggled with three defeats in five outings.
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— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) April 19, 2026
Playing XIs
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Prabhsimran Singh (wk)
- Priyansh Arya
- Shreyas Iyer (c)
- Cooper Connolly
- Shashank Singh
- Marcus Stoinis
- Nehal Wadhera
- Marco Jansen
- Xavier Bartlett
- Vijaykumar Vyshak
- Arshdeep Singh
Impact Player: Yuzvendra Chahal
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
- Aiden Markram
- Mitchell Marsh
- Rishabh Pant (c & wk)
- Nicholas Pooran
- Abdul Samad
- Mukesh Choudhary
- M Siddharth
- Avesh Khan
- Digvesh Rathi
- Prince Yadav
- Mohammed Shami
Impact Player: Ayush Badoni
Head-to-Head Record
PBKS and LSG have shared an evenly balanced rivalry so far, making this contest even more intriguing.
| Total Matches | PBKS Wins | LSG Wins |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 3 | 3 |
Interestingly, both teams met twice last season, with Punjab Kings winning both matches. This is also the first time they are facing each other at the New Chandigarh venue.
Key Performers This Season
Top Players – LSG
| Player | Role | Matches | Runs/Wickets | Best | Strike Rate/Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mukesh Choudhary | Batter | 5 | 127 Runs | 50 | 149.41 |
| Prince Yadav | Bowler | 5 | 9 Wickets | 3/32 | 9.11 |
Top Players – PBKS
| Player | Role | Matches | Runs/Wickets | Best | Strike Rate/Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prabhsimran Singh | Batter | 5 | 211 Runs | 2 Fifties | 172.05 |
| Arshdeep Singh | Bowler | 5 | 5 Wickets | 2/22 | 9.50 |
Prabhsimran Singh has been in exceptional form, leading Punjab’s batting charts with 211 runs, including two half-centuries. On the bowling front, Arshdeep Singh continues to deliver crucial breakthroughs.
For Lucknow, Mukesh Choudhary has impressed with the bat, while Prince Yadav has emerged as a key wicket-taker with nine scalps in five matches.
Pitch Report – New Chandigarh
The pitch at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium is known to offer a balanced contest. Fast bowlers get assistance early on with bounce and movement, but batting becomes easier as the game progresses.
- Total IPL matches at venue: 13
- Wins batting first: 6
- Wins chasing: 7
- Highest team score: 228/5 (Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Titans)
Notably, both matches played at this venue in the current season were won by Punjab Kings while chasing.
Weather Report
Weather conditions in New Chandigarh are expected to remain hot, with temperatures ranging between 23°C and 39°C. There is no chance of rain, ensuring a full and uninterrupted match.
Match Insight
With Punjab Kings in red-hot form and still unbeaten in completed matches, they will look to continue their dominance. Meanwhile, Lucknow Super Giants will aim to bounce back and level their season record.
As the match unfolds, fans eagerly follow the LSG vs PBKS Scorecard 2026, which promises another thrilling chapter in this evenly matched IPL rivalry.
