After a thrilling start to their IPL 2025 journey, Shreyas Iyer’s Punjab Kings (PBKS) heads to Lucknow for their first away game, facing Rishabh Pant’s Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at Ekana Stadium on April 1. LSG has had a mixed start to the season, losing its opener to Delhi Capitals but bouncing back with a win against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Here’s what to expect from the LSG vs PBKS match at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium today.
Pitch report: Spin-friendly surface likely to keep scores low
Ekana Cricket Stadium is known for assisting spinners, making it a challenging surface for batters. Historically, the average score at the venue has been around 169, and previous seasons have seen low-scoring games.
However, today’s match will be played on a red-soil pitch, which could slightly change the dynamics. While spinners will still enjoy assistance, the green patches on the surface might offer early movement for pacers. A high-scoring game is unlikely, but a competitive battle between bat and ball is expected.
Weather report: Hot evening, no rain expected
As per Accuweather.com, temperature in Lucknow will hover around 33°C, making for a warm evening at the stadium. No rain is expected.
Meanwhile, India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of intense heat across Uttar Pradesh from April to June 2025. With temperatures expected to remain above normal, spectators attending the game should stay hydrated and take necessary precautions against the heat.
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