Gujarat Titans vs Lucknow Super Giants Prediction – 26th T20 IPL, Dream11 Prediction, Betting Tips, Playing XI, Pitch & Weather Report

Gujarat Titans vs Lucknow Super Giants prediction for the 26th T20 IPL 2025 match is eagerly awaited by fans and fantasy cricket players alike. The match is set to take place at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, on Saturday, April 12, 2025. Both teams are striving to cement their position in the top half of the points table, and this encounter could be pivotal for momentum going forward. Cricketwebs provides 100% accurate match prediction tips for every IPL match.

Match Details

Match	Gujarat Titans vs Lucknow Super Giants, 26th Match, IPL 2025
Date	Saturday, April 12, 2025
Time	3:30 PM IST
Venue	Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Broadcast	Star Sports Network, JioCinema

Team Previews

Lucknow Super Giants Preview

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have had an up-and-down start to IPL 2025. Their batting has been on fire, particularly with Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsh smashing runs. In their last match, LSG piled up a massive 238 runs against KKR, with Pooran scoring a blistering 87*. However, their bowling continues to be inconsistent. Shardul Thakur and Akash Deep were expensive but picked up key wickets. LSG’s reliance on their top 4 for runs could be a vulnerability, especially if the pitch slows down. Their bowling attack lacks a genuine strike force, although Ravi Bishnoi’s leg-spin remains a weapon in middle overs.

Gujarat Titans Preview

Gujarat Titans (GT) are a team that thrives under pressure. After a shaky start to the season, they are now finding form. Their last victory against Rajasthan Royals by 58 runs underlined their depth and quality. Sai Sudharsan is emerging as a top-order rock, while the likes of Shahrukh Khan and Tewatia bring explosive firepower down the order. GT’s Indian pace attack of Siraj, Prasidh, and Arshad has been brilliant, especially in the absence of foreign seamers. Rashid Khan’s spin continues to be pivotal in breaking partnerships. With a balanced team and strong recent form, GT will be confident heading into this clash.

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Team Squads

Gujarat Titans

Shubman Gill (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Sai Sudharsan, Sherfane Rutherford, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Arshad Khan, Rashid Khan, Sai Kishore, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Anuj Rawat, Glenn Phillips, Washington Sundar, Ishant Sharma, Kulwant Khejroliya, Gerald Coetzee

Lucknow Super Giants

Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Nicholas Pooran, Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Shardul Thakur, Akash Deep, Avesh Khan, Ravi Bishnoi, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Shahbaz Ahmed, Shamar Joseph, Arshin Kulkarni

Probable Playing XI

Gujarat Titans	Lucknow Super Giants
Shubman Gill (C)	Rishabh Pant (C & WK)
Jos Buttler (WK)	Nicholas Pooran
Sai Sudharsan	Mitchell Marsh
Sherfane Rutherford	Aiden Markram
Shahrukh Khan	Abdul Samad
Rahul Tewatia	Ayush Badoni
Rashid Khan	Shardul Thakur
Arshad Khan	Ravi Bishnoi
Sai Kishore	Akash Deep
Mohammed Siraj	Avesh Khan
Prasidh Krishna	Shahbaz Ahmed

Gujarat Titans vs Lucknow Super Giants Today’s Dream11/Fantasy Prediction

Player	Role
Shubman Gill	Batter
Nicholas Pooran	WK-Batter
Jos Buttler	WK-Batter
Sai Sudharsan	Batter
Mitchell Marsh	All-Rounder
Rahul Tewatia	All-Rounder
Shahrukh Khan	Batter
Rashid Khan	Bowler
Prasidh Krishna	Bowler
Ravi Bishnoi	Bowler
Avesh Khan	Bowler

Captain Picks: Shubman Gill, Nicholas Pooran
Vice-Captain Picks: Jos Buttler, Rashid Khan

Players to Avoid: Abdul Samad (lack of consistency), Akash Deep (too expensive with the ball)

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Favourite Team Today

Gujarat Titans are the favourites due to their strong all-round performance, better head-to-head record, and a well-balanced squad. Their Indian core has consistently delivered, and their ability to adapt to any condition gives them the edge.

Gujarat Titans T20 History

Gujarat Titans debuted in IPL 2022 and instantly found success by winning the title. Since then, they’ve maintained a strong record and are known for their fearless cricket and strategic balance.

Matches	Wins	Losses	No Result	Tie
47	28	17	2	0

Lucknow Super Giants T20 History

Lucknow Super Giants joined IPL in 2022. They’ve qualified for playoffs twice but lacked consistency during the crunch matches. Their squad is talented but often fails to click as a unit.

Matches	Wins	Losses	No Result	Tie
44	24	19	1	0

Head-to-Head Stats

GT have clearly dominated the head-to-head battles against LSG. They’ve won 4 of the 5 matches played between these teams.

Matches	GT Wins	LSG Wins	No Result
5	4	1	0

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Pitch Report

The Lucknow pitch is known for assisting slower bowlers and spinners. Black soil adds grip, making stroke play tough in the second innings. Batting first has yielded more wins here in recent matches.

Weather Report

Clear skies with 34°C temperature and humidity around 40%. No chance of rain. Dew may play a role in the second half.

Broadcast Details

• TV: Star Sports Network
• Streaming: JioCinema

Score Prediction

• If GT Bat First: 173-185
• If LSG Bat First: 162-172

Toss Prediction

Team winning the toss is likely to bat first.

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Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.

FAQ – GT vs LSG 26th IPL T20

Match Summary

The Gujarat Titans vs Lucknow Super Giants prediction for this 26th match in IPL 2025 heavily tilts in favour of GT, thanks to their balanced unit and strong record. While LSG’s top-order batting has been explosive, their bowling attack lacks the precision to defend scores regularly. GT, on the other hand, are functioning like a well-oiled machine, and their top-to-bottom efficiency makes them dangerous. The match could hinge on individual brilliance, particularly from Gill, Rashid, or Pooran. With the pitch assisting slower bowlers, teams would be wise to bat first. Expect a thrilling, tactical battle between two teams with contrasting playing styles.

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