IPL 2025: Match 61, LSG vs SRH Match Prediction – Who will win today’s IPL match between LSG vs SRH?

Match Overview

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) lock horns with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the upcoming Match No. 61 of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, at the BRSABV Ekana Stadium in Lucknow on Monday, May 19.

With three games remaining, LSG are in a must-win situation as they hold the seventh position on the points table with 10 points from 11 games. Their playoff hopes are tough, and another loss would officially knock them out of contention. The Rishabh Pant-led side lost four of their last five matches and are lacking momentum and confidence. However, a repose can just work wonders for the side, as they have gotten time to re-think their strategies.

Furthermore, star pacer Mayank Yadav has been ruled out due to injury and replaced by New Zealand’s Will O’Rourke. LSG’s best-case scenario is winning all three remaining fixtures, against SRH, GT, and RCB, to reach 16 points. However, their poor net run-rate (NRR) of -0.469 means they’ll need favourable results from other teams as well.

For SRH, already eliminated with just three wins in 11 games, are playing for their pride and can play to spoil the party of other teams. The Orange Army would hope to dent LSG’s playoff chances, especially after losing to them earlier this season. Notably, all overseas players are available for selection.

BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium Pitch Report

The Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow has been a tricky pitch this season. The large dimensions of the ground make big hitting a challenge. While the average first-innings score here is just 167, teams need to aim for 180-190 to have an advantage, considering dew to come in during the second innings.

The surface has been slow this season with low bounce, favouring bowlers who stick to their lines in the majority of the games played here. Out of 19 IPL matches, teams chasing have won 10 times. Considering the trend, the team winning the toss will opt to bowl first.

Head-to-Head Record

LSG vs SRH Probable Playing 11

Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (captain & wicketkeeper), Abdul Samad, Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Akash Maharaj Singh, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Avesh Khan, Ravi Bishnoi, Prince Yadav

Impact Player: Mitchell Marsh

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)

Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wicketkeeper), Heinrich Klaasen, Aniket Verma, Sachin Baby, Abhinav Manohar, Pat Cummins (captain), Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Zeeshan Ansari, Eshan Malinga

Impact Player: Travis Head

LSG vs SRH Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter Prediction: Aiden Markram (LSG)

LSG opener Aiden Markram could play a big role with the bat against SRH. The South African batter has been crucial in giving his side solid starts and has partnered well with Mitchell Marsh to form a strong opening pair. He has amassed 348 runs from 11 innings at an average of 31.63 and a strike rate of 146.83. The right-handed batter has smashed four half-centuries so far and will look to bat with the same intent. 

Probable Best Bowler Prediction: Harshal Patel (SRH)

Sunrisers Hyderabad’s pacer Harshal Patel could be the bowler to watch out for on Monday. The right-arm medium pacer has picked up 14 wickets from 10 matches at an average of 22.92, and is currently the best bowler of his side. He will have a key role to play, especially in the middle and death overs.

Today's Match Prediction: Team bowling first to win the match

Scenario 1

If Lucknow Super Giants bowl first:

• SRH PP: 55-60
• SRH Total: 160-170
• Lucknow Super Giants to win

Scenario 2

If Sunrisers Hyderabad bowl first:

• LSG PP: 60-65
• LSG Total: 170-180
• Sunrisers Hyderabad to win

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.