LSG vs RCB My11 Circle Prediction: Fantasy Tips, Top Captaincy Picks, Playing XI, Pitch and Weather Report | IPL 2025 | Match 70

The 70th match of the IPL 2025 will feature Lucknow Super Giants taking on Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. This is the official last league stage match of the season, and the berth to the playoffs has been confirmed. IPL has got its top 4 teams of the season, and now the tournament is moving to the end of this season and is merely a match away from the playoffs.

LSG vs RCB Match Preview

With the upcoming LSG vs RCB Clash, the two teams will face each other for the first time this season. Having played a total of 13 games so far, both teams have had a similar start to the season, beginning strong with a winning streak. However, Bengaluru maintained their momentum, while Lucknow lost theirs mid-season. Lucknow Super Giants have impressed with solid wins over strong teams like Sunrisers Hyderabad, Mumbai Indians, and Gujarat Titans. Yet, their form dipped in the second half of the league, losing to DC, CSK, and MI.

Meanwhile, Royal Challengers Bengaluru started strong with wins against KKR, CSK, and MI, securing 8 wins in 13 games. They enter this final league match already guaranteed a spot in the playoffs. For Lucknow Super Giants, however, this game holds a different significance, as playoff hopes have faded after a season marked by inconsistency, close defeats, and missed chances.

With the same goals and recent form heavily favoring Bengaluru, the match promises to be an engaging contest between both teams, where there is only one game and a single aim. So, fans can expect a thriller-filled high-stakes encounter at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.

Match Details

LSG vs RCB Head-to-Head Record (Last 5 Matches)

In the last five head-to-head battles between LSG and RCB, RCB has dominated and has won three of the last 5 head-to-head battles and LSG has won two matches of the last 5 h2h battles. As per the current season performances and form, RCB will likely dominate LSG with their stable batting order and last match performance, but LSG will definitely look to make their comeback in the upcoming match by providing a tough fight to RCB and aiming to defeat them in the next match.

LSG vs RCB Pitch & Weather Report

LSG vs RCB Pitch Report

The venue has historically favoured chasing teams, with sides batting second winning 39 of the 62 IPL matches played here, which translates to a 62.90 per cent success rate. The data suggests that the pitch often becomes more favourable for batting under lights, making run-chases more manageable.
Overall, the Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow pitch has been known to be a balanced pitch which has been kinder to the batters as the game progresses.

The pitch has generally favored batting, with scores consistently crossing the 180-run mark, indicating good conditions for stroke play. While pace bowlers have been more successful in terms of overall wickets taken, spinners have also played a crucial role during the middle overs, particularly when the surface begins to slow down and offer some turn.

Weather Condition

The weather at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, for the match of the IPL 2025 between LSG and RCB appears to be good for cricket. No, chances of rain at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow on Tuesday. With 0% chances of rain forecasted, it is expected that the match will most likely get going without any interruption by rain.

A temperature of around 38°C along with 30% humidity, will be the weather forecast for the match day. With such weather, there is a high probability that the match can get back to play when the rain stops, and in case the match does not see any rain shower, then fans can expect a full 40-over uninterrupted match contest, according to our LSG vs RCB My11 Circle Prediction.

Record of Chasing Teams at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

According to previous IPL statistics,21 matches were played on this ground, with 9 matches won by the team batting first and 11 matches won by the team batting second, showing that Batting second is a viable option after winning the toss.

LSG vs RCB My11 Circle Fantasy Team

Keeper: Nicholas Pooran, Phil Salt
Batters: Mitchell Marsh, Virat Kohli, Ayush Badoni, Rajat Patidar
All-rounders: Aiden Markram, Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd
Bowlers: Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Avesh Khan

Top Captain & Vice-Captain Picks for LSG vs RCB My11Circle

Virat Kohli, Mitchell Marsh, and Philip Salt are the best players from their respective teams who are in top form and have recently scored runs for their teams. They all have the ability to score runs at a higher strike rate and can smash the ball all over the ground effortlessly. That's why they are all selected as the captaincy choice for the LSG vs RCB My11 Circle Prediction.

Aiden Markram, Tim David, and Nicholas Pooran are the most important pillars of their respective teams, capable of delivering match-winning performances if they find their rhythm. They have the ability to change the course of a match on their own on any given day, and they typically perform better on the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow pitch, which is why they are the best vice-captain choices for the upcoming LSG vs RCB My11Circle match.

On the other hand, Shardul Thakur is LSG's key player, and he has showcased excellent form in recent matches. With his abilities, he can also be considered another important choice for the captain of the LSG vs RCB My11 Circle Fantasy Team. His precise batting abilities and identifying a perfect line and length help him to swing the ball in crucial moments, making him an ideal choice to be in the team as the team faces LSG at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.

LSG vs RCB Predicted Playing XI

LSG’s Probable Playing XI

Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Ayush Badoni, Abdul Samad, Himmat Singh, Shahbaz Ahmed, Akash Deep, Avesh Khan, William O'Rourke

LSG, despite having the fiery openers, has failed as a whole unit to put on a great show this season, with their batting and bowling units performing poorly. Although they have a solid squad, somehow, they are not able to make an impact this season. Playing their last match, they can check and try out a few more options for the upcoming season.

LSG has some explosive batters like Mitchell and Pooran, and strike bowlers, like Badoni and Abdul Samad, who are helping the team. With constant defeats and a balanced squad, they will likely go with the same players to maintain a winning momentum and get the same opening partnership in the last match of the season, according to our LSG vs RCB My11 Circle Prediction.

RCB’s Probable Playing XI

Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Mayank Agarwal, Jitesh Sharma (c & wk), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yash Dayal, Lungi Ngidi, Suyash Sharma

RCB's team looks balanced, with all of their players being T20 specialists. Their powerplay playing combination is also looking good and balanced this year, besides just the batting unit, their bowling attack is also playing lethal this year. As they have won their last matches with the same team without much change in it, they will likely play with the same team in the upcoming match, with no change in the playing XI.

Also, the presence of Josh Hazlewood in the upcoming match will aid the team and boost the bowling unit, as per our LSG vs RCB My11 Circle Prediction. The player has returned to the squad and is most likely to play against LSG in the last league stage match of the season.

LSG vs RCB My11 Circle Match Prediction

LSG vs RCB My11 Circle Match Prediction Today

As per our analysis, game stats, recent matches, and the squad of these two teams, there is a high probability that Royal Challengers Bengaluru is expected to win this match. But with the H2H and ground data, and current form, the Chasing team is expected to win Match 70 of the IPL 2025. Although RCB is expected to win at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, LSG can change the winning odds for the upcoming match. We predict RCB or the chasing team will win the LSG vs RCB My11 Circle Prediction Today.

Fantasy Team Strategy for My11 Circle

This LSG vs RCB My11 Circle fantasy team strikes a good balance between power hitters, reliable all-rounders, and elite bowlers. Mitchell Marsh, Virat Kohli, Ayush Badoni, and Rajat Patidar bring experience and explosive stroke play to the batting lineup, while Nicholas Pooran, Phil Salt provide consistency.

The all-rounders Aiden Markram, Krunal Pandya, and Romario Shepherd ensure points with both bat and ball. The bowling attack is lethal, with Bhuvneshwar's accuracy, Avesh Khan’s wicket-taking ability, and Krunal’s consistency making this a well-rounded and competitive fantasy squad for the LSG vs RCB My11 Circle Prediction.

Keeper: Nicholas Pooran, Phil Salt
Batters: Mitchell Marsh, Virat Kohli, Ayush Badoni, Rajat Patidar
All-rounders: Aiden Markram, Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd
Bowlers: Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Avesh Khan

Since the beginning of IPL, Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, has been the low-scoring venue in the league, with a scoring rate of 27.11 runs per wicket, indicating a fair contest between bat and ball. The matches at this ground tend to be medium-scoring, with an average of 8.65 runs scored per over. Teams batting first have posted an average score of 173, making it a competitive total. So expect, LSG vs RCB Match as a high score and stake games, making it a perfect opportunity for you all to bet on the LSG vs RCB My11 Circle Prediction.