LSG vs PBKS 2nd Innings Dream11 Team, Fantasy Picks and Key Players to Watch - Match 68

The Lucknow Super Giants will take on the runners-up of the last edition, Punjab Kings, in Match 68 of the Indian Premier League 2026 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. While LSG are out of the playoff race and playing for pride to finish their campaign on a high, this match is a virtual knockout for Punjab Kings. After a spectacular collapse featuring six consecutive defeats following an unbeaten start to the season, Shreyas Iyer's men are fighting for survival to keep their top-four playoff hopes alive.

Lucknow Super Giants will rely heavily on their newly formed, explosive batting core featuring Rishabh Pant and Josh Inglis, alongside the steady bowling of Prince Yadav, to play the ultimate spoiler at home. Meanwhile, Punjab Kings will depend on their high-flying powerplay engine, driven by Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh, to resurrect their season under immense pressure.

This match promises to be a thrilling battle between a desperate side with everything on the line and a relaxed team playing with complete freedom. Let’s take a look at the LSG vs PBKS 2nd Innings Dream11 Team and players to watch in this high-stakes IPL 2026 clash.

LSG vs PBKS Match Details

LSG vs PBKS Dream11 Team Today (2nd Innings)

For the LSG vs PBKS Dream11 team today, Priyansh Arya and Yuzvendra Chahal stand out as the top captaincy choices, while Rishabh Pant and Shreyas Iyer are strong vice-captain options.

Dream11 Team 1 (If LSG Bats Second)

Dream11 Team 2 (If PBKS Bats Second)

Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings H2H Records

The LSG vs PBKS H2H record has been very close so far. Out of 7 matches played between the two teams in the IPL, Punjab Kings have a slight edge over Lucknow Super Giants, mainly because of their strong performances in recent meetings.

Players to Watch Out For in LSG vs PBKS Match 68

• Akash Singh: The pacer from Bharatpur has been in sublime form ever since earning the franchise’s trust, and his impressive spell of 3/26 against Chennai Super Kings showcased his quality and potential. He could play a crucial role in the match against Punjab on Saturday night.
• Priyansh Arya: For the Punjab Kings, young sensation Priyansh Arya remains the ultimate X-factor. In their previous encounter against LSG earlier this season, Arya went absolutely berserk, smashing a breathtaking 93 off just 37 balls (including 9 towering sixes) to earn the Player of the Match award. Though his form has slightly dipped during Punjab's recent 6-match losing streak, his role in the powerplay is vital for the team.