Punjab Kings (PBKS) will travel to Brsabv Ekana Stadium on Monday, 1 April, for Match 13 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). LSG will look forward to getting their first home win of the season at Ekana Stadium, with a 5-wicket win against SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) acting as a real morale booster. Power hitters Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsh have been their stars so far, collectively scoring 269 runs in two matches.

Meanwhile, PBKS and their new-look team have had a winning start to their campaign as well, defeating the Gujarat Titans (GT) in a high-scoring game in Ahmedabad. Skipper Shreyas Iyer was three runs short of a century on the day, but Shashank Singh’s 44-run knock from 16 balls was the show-stealer. Both teams will aim to stitch together a winning streak in Monday’s clash, and with an exciting match lined up ahead, let’s look at the pitch and weather report for the game.

The match will take place at Ekana Cricket Stadium B ground. They has 4 head to Head matches in which Lucknow Super Giants won 3 matches while Punjab Kings won just one match.

Introduction of 1st Team (LSG)

The Lucknow Super Giants are prepping for a thrilling game with the Sunrisers Hyderabad tomorrow. It’s the seventh game of the IPL 2025 going down at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad. Kick-off’s at 7:30 PM IST. Rishabh Pant, their energetic skipper, wants his team to come back strong after just losing their first match. The Super Giants boast heavy hitters like Nicholas Pooran, Mitchell Marsh, and David Miller. They aim to leave an impression and snatch their season’s first victory.

Probable Playing XI: Lucknow Super Giants

1. Mitchell Marsh
2. Aiden Markram
3. Nicholas Pooran
4. Rishabh Pant/(wk)
5. David Miller
6. Ayush Badoni
7. Abdul Samad
8. Shardul Thakur
9. Ravi Bishnoi
10. Avesh Khan
11. Digvesh Singh

Introduction of 2nd Team (PBKS)

The Punjab Kings, earlier called Kings XI Punjab, joined the Indian Premier League back when it kicked off in 2008. This squad hails from Mohali Punjab. They throw down at their home turf, the Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium. With dudes like Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, and Marco Jansen in the mix, they’ve got a killer set of all-rounders. These guys round out the squad, giving their all batting and bowling. That’s super useful ’cause they handle the pressure-packed spin or medium-pace overs like champs.

Arshdeep Singh’s spot-on spells in the opening overs turn the bowling into a super adaptable force. Punjab Kings boast a diverse bunch of bowlers, a big plus for them. Shreyas Iyer’s got the reins of Punjab Kings as skipper. He’s a tested leader who adds a solid vibe and sureness in the squad. Him leading could totally flip the script for Punjab Kings when the next IPL hits in 2025.

His knack for holding down the batting lineup bolsters Punjab Kings’ middle order marking him as a vital part of the team’s strategies. The group now crafting new approaches under Ricky Ponting’s robust leadership and coaching, possesses all the necessary tools to confront each opponent with assurance and snatch their debut championship.

Probable Playing XI: Punjab Kings

1. Prabhsimran Singh (wk)
2. Priyansh Arya
3. Shreyas Iyer 
4. Azmatullah Omarzai
5. Marcus Stoinis
6. Glenn Maxwell
7. Shashank Singh
8. Marco Jansen
9. Arshdeep Singh
10. Yuzvendra Chahal
11. Vijay Vyashak

What To Expect from Them?

Looks like the 13th IPL 2025 match at Ekana Cricket Stadium B Ground with LSG squaring off against PBKS is gonna have perfect cricket weather. We’re talking clear skies, and while it’ll be hot and sticky at 36°C, no signs of rain to mess things up. The pitch plays nice for hitters right off the bat but tends to slow down later in the game.

The pitch is predicted to play better for batters in the first inning before slowing down and becoming more difficult for bowlers. According to the pitch’s overall statistics, teams that bat first have scored an average of 160 runs. 

So, given this pitch, it is recommended to bat first and defend the target in the second inning, setting a respectable target on the scoreboard and then defending it with bowlers using the slow pitch. Previous statistics show that the team that batted first performed better at this venue.

Key Players

1. Nicolas Pooran (LSG)

 Nicholas Pooran is one of the most clean power hitters, and his explosive batting may change the game. He can immediately accelerate with the bat and finish games in style. His ability to hit sixes at will makes him a valuable batter in both run chases and setting high totals.

2. Mitchell Marsh (LSG)

Mitchell Marsh is an outstanding all-rounder who offers consistency in the middle order while also contributing with the ball. His aggressive batting and ability to contribute with important overs make him a crucial member of LSG.

3. Shardul Thakur (LSG)

Shardul Thakur is well-known for his ability to pick wickets at vital situations, and he provides a combination of pace and variation. His ability to break partnerships and score quick runs in the lower order makes him a match-winner.

4. Shreyas Iyer (PBKS)

Shreyas Iyer is a solid batter who anchors the innings while accelerating if needed. His recent form proves his ability to take charge and lead PBKS to big totals.

5. Shashank Singh (PBKS)

Shashank Singh is a rising star, and the ability to hit big shots in the death overs makes him an X-factor for Punjab. His incredible cameos in the slog overs can shift the game’s momentum in only a few deliveries.

6. Arshdeep Singh (PBKS)

Arshdeep Singh is an important bowler for Punjab Kings. He is well-known for his accurate yorkers and death-over bowling. He can restrict the flow of runs and take key wickets, making him a key player of Punjab’s bowling attack.