IPL 2026: 68th T20, PBKS vs LSG Prediction: Who Will Win Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants Toss & Dream11 Prediction?

The Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants prediction for the 68th T20 match of the Indian Premier League 2026 is one of the most anticipated clashes of the final week of the league stage. The Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants prediction is dominated by one narrative: a desperate Punjab Kings side, fighting for their playoff lives, taking on a Lucknow Super Giants team that has nothing left to play for but pride. CricketWebs brings you the most comprehensive Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants prediction, backed by detailed analysis of form, head-to-head records, pitch data, squad fitness, and match conditions at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.

The Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants prediction leans heavily in favour of Punjab Kings entering this contest. Shreyas Iyer’s side are currently fifth on the IPL 2026 points table with 6 wins and 6 losses, and this is a must-win game if they are to have any chance of finishing in the top four. They suffered a 23-run defeat in their last game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru and have now lost six consecutive matches — a form run that has rattled even the most optimistic Punjab fans. Despite that, the Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants prediction still favours PBKS due to their superior overall ability and a massive motivation edge over an LSG side that is already eliminated.

Lucknow Super Giants, on the other hand, have endured a forgettable IPL 2026 campaign. With just 4 wins from 13 games and an NRR of -0.702, Rishabh Pant’s side has been officially eliminated from the playoff race for some time. The Ekana Cricket Stadium — their home ground — has not been a fortress for them either, as they have won only two out of six home games this season. Nevertheless, the Super Giants will want to sign off on a high note for their fans, and key performers like Mitchell Marsh and Bree Illing can still cause significant problems for any batting lineup.

The Ekana pitch has historically favoured teams batting first, with six of the last ten matches won by the side that set the total. The average first innings score this season has been 169 runs — a number that both teams should target as a minimum. CricketWebs provides the best match prediction tips for every cricket match, and our Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants prediction is: Punjab Kings will win this crucial 68th T20 IPL 2026 encounter.

• Punjab Kings are in desperate need of a win — six consecutive losses have dropped them to 5th, and only victory keeps their playoff hopes alive.
• Lucknow Super Giants are out of playoff contention with just 4 wins from 13 games and an NRR of -0.702; this is a dead rubber for them.
• Teams batting first have won 6 of the last 10 matches at Ekana Cricket Stadium, and the average first innings score this season is 169 runs.
• Cooper Connolly leads PBKS with 473 runs at a strike rate of 162.4; Mitchell Marsh leads LSG with a remarkable 563 runs this season.
• Punjab Kings hold the head-to-head edge over LSG, having won 4 of 7 matches, including the last three encounters between the sides.
• Our prediction is Punjab Kings to win — with 70% winning probability — driven by their greater motivation and superior batting firepower.

Match Details

Detail	Information
Match	PBKS vs LSG, 68th T20 — Indian Premier League 2026
Date	Saturday, 23rd May 2026
Time	7:30 PM IST
Venue	Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Series	Indian Premier League 2026
Match No.	68th T20, IPL 2026
Broadcaster	Star Sports Network, JioHotstar

Punjab Kings Preview

Shreyas Iyer’s Punjab Kings head into this contest in one of the most precarious positions any IPL team can find itself in — a must-win game on the final day of the league stage, with their playoff destiny also depending on results from other matches. After starting the IPL 2026 campaign with such brilliance — topping the points table at one stage — the collapse in form over the last six games has been stunning. A 23-run loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their most recent outing was particularly dispiriting, as a target of 222 proved too steep for even their talented batting lineup.

The batting department, however, remains Punjab Kings’ greatest strength. Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya have both accumulated more than 700 runs this season, and the pair represent one of the most destructive opening combinations in IPL 2026. Their ability to seize on the powerplay and set up platforms has been the consistent highlight even during this difficult run of losses. If both openers fire simultaneously in Lucknow, Punjab Kings are capable of posting 190 or more — a total that would place enormous pressure on LSG’s inconsistent bowling attack.

Cooper Connolly is the team’s leading scorer with 473 runs at a strike rate of 162.4 and is in the form of his life. The Australian all-rounder’s consistency throughout the season makes him the linchpin of Punjab’s batting at number three. If he and Shreyas Iyer — the captain — can form a long partnership, Punjab’s total will be a difficult one to chase. Suryansh Shedge, who made 35 in the last game, adds to the depth, while Marcus Stoinis as the Impact Player provides late-game brutality in the death overs alongside Shashank Singh.

The bowling attack, however, is the elephant in the room. The Punjab Kings attack has conceded over 200 runs in seven of their last eight games — a damning record that highlights a systemic weakness. Arshdeep Singh remains their most potent weapon with 14 wickets, but an economy rate of 9.78 underlines how even the best have struggled. The left-armer must get the powerplay right to give Punjab any chance of keeping LSG below 160.

Yuzvendra Chahal has been below his best with his length and line this season, which is a major concern for a team that relies heavily on spin in the middle overs. Harpreet Brar has been a more reliable option alongside him. Lockie Ferguson’s extra pace gives Punjab a different dimension at the death, and Azmatullah Omarzai’s all-round contribution with both bat and ball could be decisive in a tight match. Punjab Kings know they must win by a significant margin to have the best chance of qualifying — that knowledge alone could inspire them to their best performance of the second half of the season.

Top Run Scorer (Season): Cooper Connolly — 473 runs (SR: 162.4)

Top Wicket Taker (Season): Arshdeep Singh — 14 wickets

Last Match: Lost to RCB by 23 runs (scored 199/8 chasing 222)

Lucknow Super Giants Preview

It has been a season that Rishabh Pant and the Lucknow Super Giants will desperately want to forget. With only 4 wins from 13 games and an NRR that has plummeted to -0.702, the Super Giants have been the tournament’s most underperforming team relative to expectations. Pant took over the captaincy with enormous promise heading into IPL 2026, but a combination of inconsistent batting in the middle order, an underwhelming bowling attack, and a lack of collective team spirit has led to their earliest playoff exit. The final game against Punjab Kings is, in sporting terms, a dead rubber — but for the players and fans, it still carries personal pride.

The batting department has shown flashes of genuine brilliance. Mitchell Marsh has been absolutely magnificent this season, accumulating 563 runs — a total that puts him firmly in the Orange Cap conversation. His innings of 96 off 57 balls in the last game against Rajasthan Royals (11 fours, 5 sixes) was a reminder of what he can do on a good day. The Australian all-rounder’s ability to bat at the top of the order, play aggressive strokes from ball one, and build massive partnerships makes him Lucknow’s most valuable batter.

Josh Inglis is the perfect partner for Marsh at the top. Inglis’ 60-run knock in the powerplay against Rajasthan — seven fours and three sixes — was one of the most devastating powerplay displays of the tournament. When both Marsh and Inglis get going simultaneously, LSG’s opening partnership is arguably the best in the tournament. The challenge has always been what comes after: Rishabh Pant at three adds value with his creativity and power, while Nicholas Pooran’s inconsistency throughout the season has been one of LSG’s biggest disappointments.

Abdul Samad provides power in the middle, Ayush Badoni offers experience at six, and Shahbaz Ahmed — who can contribute with both bat and ball — adds all-round balance to the lineup. However, the team’s inability to consistently fire on all cylinders has meant that even big batting totals, like the 220 against Rajasthan, have not been enough to secure wins.

The bowling attack has been the team’s Achilles’ heel throughout this campaign. Mayank Yadav is the most dangerous bowler in the squad with raw pace that has troubled even the best batters, but he needs better support. Akash Singh and Mohsin Khan are decent options but have lacked consistency. Prince Yadav leads the wicket charts with 16 scalps, but his wickets have not translated into wins due to the volume of runs being conceded at the other end. Digvesh Rathi as the Impact Player adds a spin option, but LSG’s bowling remains the weakest attack in the tournament. Against a desperate Punjab Kings batting lineup, they will need to bowl with far greater discipline.

Top Run Scorer (Season): Mitchell Marsh — 563 runs

Top Wicket Taker (Season): Prince Yadav — 16 wickets

Last Match: Lost to Rajasthan Royals by 7 wickets (posted 220/5, chased down)

Full Squad Details

Punjab Kings Squad

Shreyas Iyer (c), Priyansh Arya, Pyla Avinash, Harnoor Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Mitchell Owen, Musheer Khan, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Suryansh Shedge, Cooper Connolly, Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen, Praveen Dubey, Prabhsimran Singh, Vishnu Vinod, Arshdeep Singh, Xavier Bartlett, Yuzvendra Chahal, Lockie Ferguson, Harpreet Brar, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Yash Thakur, Ben Dwarshuis, Vishal Nishad.

Lucknow Super Giants Squad

Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Mitchell Marsh, Josh Inglis, Nicholas Pooran, Abdul Samad, Ayush Badoni, Shahbaz Ahmed, Mohsin Khan, Mayank Yadav, Akash Singh, Prince Yadav, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Himmat Singh, Aiden Markram, Akshat Raghuvanshi, Arshin Kulkarni, Arjun Sachin Tendulkar, Wanindu Hasaranga, Matthew Breetzke, Mukul Choudhary, Akash Maharaj Singh, Avesh Khan, Mohammed Shami, Manimaran Siddharth, Anrich Nortje, Naman Tiwari.

Probable Playing XI

Punjab Kings Probable XI

#	Player	Role
1	Prabhsimran Singh (wk)	Wicket-Keeper Batter
2	Priyansh Arya	Opener / Batter
3	Cooper Connolly	Top-Order Batter
4	Shreyas Iyer (c)	Captain / Middle-Order
5	Suryansh Shedge	Middle-Order Batter
6	Shashank Singh	Lower Middle-Order
7	Azmatullah Omarzai	All-Rounder
8	Harpreet Brar	Spin All-Rounder
9	Lockie Ferguson	Pacer
10	Arshdeep Singh	Pacer
11	Yuzvendra Chahal	Leg-Spinner
12	Marcus Stoinis (Impact)	All-Rounder

Lucknow Super Giants Probable XI

#	Player	Role
1	Mitchell Marsh	Opener / All-Rounder
2	Josh Inglis	Opener / Batter
3	Rishabh Pant (c & wk)	Captain / Wicket-Keeper
4	Nicholas Pooran	Middle-Order Batter
5	Abdul Samad	Middle-Order Batter
6	Ayush Badoni	Lower Middle-Order
7	Shahbaz Ahmed	Spin All-Rounder
8	Mohsin Khan	Pacer
9	Mayank Yadav	Pacer
10	Akash Singh	Pacer
11	Prince Yadav	Spinner
12	Digvesh Rathi (Impact)	Spinner

Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants Today’s Dream11/Fantasy Prediction

#	Player	Team	Role	Points Value
1	Mitchell Marsh (VC)	LSG	All-Rounder	★★★★★
2	Priyansh Arya	PBKS	Batter	★★★★☆
3	Cooper Connolly (C)	PBKS	Batter	★★★★★
4	Shreyas Iyer	PBKS	Batter	★★★★☆
5	Rishabh Pant	LSG	WK-Batter	★★★★☆
6	Nicholas Pooran	LSG	Batter	★★★☆☆
7	Arshdeep Singh	PBKS	Pacer	★★★★☆
8	Yuzvendra Chahal	PBKS	Spinner	★★★★☆
9	Mayank Yadav	LSG	Pacer	★★★★☆
10	Prince Yadav	LSG	Spinner	★★★☆☆
11	Prabhsimran Singh	PBKS	WK-Batter	★★★☆☆

Our fantasy XI for the PBKS vs LSG 68th T20 IPL 2026 is carefully constructed to balance match-winning potential with consistency. Cooper Connolly is named captain given his extraordinary season — 473 runs at a strike rate of 162.4 — and Mitchell Marsh earns the vice-captaincy for his 563-run campaign that could see him claim the Orange Cap. The team is built around explosive batters at the top: Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh from PBKS provide the aggressive powerplay upside, while Rishabh Pant offers the dual points from batting and wicket-keeping. Nicholas Pooran is included as a differential — if he clicks, the points return is significant. The bowling is led by Arshdeep Singh and Yuzvendra Chahal from PBKS, alongside Mayank Yadav and Prince Yadav from LSG, covering pace and spin from both ends. This is a high-variance, high-ceiling team designed for head-to-head leagues and grand leagues alike.

Captain & Vice-Captain Picks

Role	Player	Team	Why Pick?
Captain (C)	Cooper Connolly	PBKS	Season’s top scorer (473 runs, SR 162.4) — huge points potential
Vice-Captain (VC)	Mitchell Marsh	LSG	563 runs this season, consistent performer with 11 fours & 5 sixes recently

Players to Avoid

Player	Team	Reason to Avoid
Yuzvendra Chahal	PBKS	Struggled with length all season; expensive on high-scoring Ekana pitch
Nicholas Pooran	LSG	Inconsistent throughout the season; not reliable for fantasy points

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Favourite Team in Today’s Match — Punjab Kings

Punjab Kings are the clear favourites for the 68th T20 IPL 2026 encounter against Lucknow Super Giants. The primary reason is motivation: this is a must-win match for PBKS as they fight to stay in playoff contention, while LSG are already eliminated. That psychological edge is enormous in high-pressure T20 cricket. Additionally, Punjab hold a strong head-to-head advantage — four wins from seven meetings — and have beaten LSG in their last three encounters. Cooper Connolly is in sensational form, Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya give PBKS one of the tournament’s best opening partnerships, and LSG’s bowling attack is statistically the weakest in IPL 2026. Even accounting for Punjab’s six-game losing streak, the combination of motivation, batting depth, and favourable matchup makes them the team to back with confidence.

Punjab Kings T20 Stats & History

Stat	Value
Total Matches Played	276
Won	125
Lost	145
No Result	2
Tie	4
Win %	~45.3%

Punjab Kings — one of the IPL’s founding franchises — have played 276 T20 matches. Despite having some of cricket’s biggest names over the years, they have consistently fallen short of the title, with 125 wins from 276 games reflecting a team that has often been more talented than the results suggest.

Lucknow Super Giants T20 Stats & History

Stat	Value
Total Matches Played	71
Won	34
Lost	35
No Result	1
Tie	1
Win %	~47.9%

Lucknow Super Giants are a relatively new IPL franchise, having debuted in 2022. With 34 wins from 71 T20 games, they have maintained a near 50% win rate overall — but IPL 2026 has been a major step backwards after their strong early seasons under previous leadership.

Head-to-Head Stats — PBKS vs LSG

Stat	Value
Total Matches	7
Punjab Kings Won	4
Lucknow Super Giants Won	3
No Result	0
Last 3 H2H Result	LSG lost all 3 to PBKS

Punjab Kings hold a narrow but meaningful head-to-head advantage over Lucknow Super Giants, winning 4 of their 7 meetings. Most significantly, PBKS have won the last three encounters between the two sides — a run of form that will give them considerable confidence heading into this crucial match in Lucknow. LSG have never beaten Punjab in the last three renewals, and their home record this season (just 2 wins from 6 home games) offers little comfort.

Pitch Report — Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

The Ekana Cricket Stadium pitch in Lucknow has been one of the highest-scoring venues in IPL 2026, with an average first innings score of 169 runs. The surface tends to be flat and true in the early overs, favouring explosive batters, before offering some turn for spinners in the middle and death overs. Teams batting first have won 6 of the last 10 matches here, suggesting that posting a target has been the preferred and more successful strategy. Fast bowlers can find some assistance early with the new ball, but discipline is key as the pitch flattens out rapidly. Dew in the evening session could make it slightly easier for the team chasing.

Weather Report — Lucknow, 23rd May 2026

Condition	Temperature	Humidity	Rain Chance	Wind Speed
Clear / Hot	34°C – 37°C	45–55%	< 5%	10–15 km/h

It will be a hot, clear evening in Lucknow with temperatures between 34–37 degrees Celsius. There is minimal chance of rain disruption, and a full 20-over match is almost certain. Dew is expected to form in the second innings, which could slightly favour the chasing side in the final overs.

Broadcast Details

The PBKS vs LSG 68th IPL 2026 match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network across India. Live streaming is available on JioHotstar. International fans can access coverage through their regional broadcasters. Toss and live updates will begin from 7:00 PM IST, with the first ball at 7:30 PM IST.

Toss Prediction

Toss Winner Prediction: Punjab Kings

Our toss prediction for the PBKS vs LSG 68th T20 IPL 2026 is that Punjab Kings will win the toss and elect to bat first. The Ekana pitch favours teams batting first, and Punjab will want to set a target rather than chase, given the dew factor in the evening. Putting runs on the board early will also allow them to build match-winning momentum.

Powerplay Score Prediction

Team Batting	Expected Powerplay Score	Reason
Punjab Kings	55–65 runs	Arya & Prabhsimran are aggressive openers who attack in PP
Lucknow Super Giants	48–58 runs	Marsh & Inglis can explode — Inglis had 60 in PP last game

The powerplay is expected to be the defining phase of this match. Punjab Kings’ opening pair of Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh are two of the most aggressive powerplay batters in IPL 2026, and together they have consistently scored 700+ runs this season. Expect PBKS to target 55–65 runs in six overs if batting first. Lucknow’s pair of Marsh and Inglis are equally dangerous — Inglis alone scored 60 runs in the powerplay last game — but Punjab’s pace attack could create early chances.

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Score Prediction

Scenario	Expected Score	Reason
If Punjab Kings Bat First	179+ runs	Strong top order + Ekana’s high-scoring average of 169 this season
If Lucknow Super Giants Bat First	163+ runs	Marsh & Inglis can set up 163+; middle order inconsistency may cap them

Based on the current form of both teams, the Ekana pitch record, and the batting firepower available, we predict a high-scoring contest. If PBKS bat first, a total of 179 or more is achievable with Connolly, Arya, and Prabhsimran all in form. LSG’s weaker bowling makes a score above 175 highly probable. If LSG bat first, Marsh and Inglis could push them to 163+, but the middle order’s inconsistency may limit the damage beyond that.

Probable Key Batsmen & Bowlers

Punjab Kings

Cooper Connolly is the standout batting threat for Punjab — 473 runs at SR 162.4 make him the most reliable match-winner in the squad. Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh bring the powerplay explosiveness that can set up any total. Shreyas Iyer’s experience in the middle order is crucial for building and accelerating partnerships. With the ball, Arshdeep Singh leads the pace attack, and despite his economy concerns, his wicket-taking ability is unquestioned. Lockie Ferguson’s raw pace adds genuine threat in the death overs, while Yuzvendra Chahal will need a strong performance after a difficult season to prove his match-winning credentials remain intact.

Lucknow Super Giants

Mitchell Marsh is Lucknow’s beating heart — his 563-run season has been one of the few consistent bright spots in a disappointing campaign. Josh Inglis at the top provides pyrotechnics in the powerplay, and Rishabh Pant’s creative stroke-play in the middle order can accelerate at any stage. With the ball, Mayank Yadav is the most dangerous weapon — his raw pace has troubled every batting lineup he has faced this season. Prince Yadav’s 16 wickets make him the leading wicket-taker for LSG, and he must provide crucial control in the middle overs if LSG are to restrict Punjab to a manageable total.

Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants — Winning Chances

Team	Winning %	Verdict
Punjab Kings	70%	Strong Favourites
Lucknow Super Giants	30%	Underdogs

Why PBKS CAN Win	Why PBKS MAY NOT Win
Won 4 of 7 H2H vs LSG; LSG lost last 3 to PBKS	Six consecutive losses — confidence and form are concerns
Cooper Connolly in brilliant form (473 runs, SR 162.4)	Bowling attack has conceded 200+ in 7 of last 8 games
Must-win pressure could galvanise the squad	Arshdeep Singh’s economy of 9.78 is a major concern
Strong opening pair: Arya + Prabhsimran (700+ runs each)	Yuzvendra Chahal has been below his best this season
LSG’s bowling attack is the weakest in the tournament	Away conditions at Lucknow may not suit PBKS spinners

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.

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