Match Overview
The upcoming match between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) is set to take place on May 23 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium. This game, which is Match No. 68 of the IPL 2026, will see LSG host PBKS with the toss scheduled for 07:00 pm IST. While LSG have already been eliminated from the tournament, PBKS are still in contention for the playoffs. To secure their spot, PBKS must win this match and hope that Rajasthan Royals face a defeat on Sunday.
Fans can catch the live telecast on Star Sports Network channels or stream the game through the JioHotstar app and website. LSG has accumulated 8 points from 13 matches, while PBKS have managed to secure 13 points from the same number of games.
Key Players and Strategy
Mitchell Marsh, who has been a standout performer for LSG, will be absent from today’s game. However, Josh Inglis showed promise in the previous clash against the Rajasthan Royals. Rishabh Pant and Nicholas Pooran, two senior players, will need to deliver strong performances with the bat. Abdul Samad, Ayush Badoni, and Shahbaz Ahmed are also expected to put pressure on the opposition bowlers. Prince Yadav will lead the bowling attack alongside Mohsin Khan and Digvesh Rathi.
On the other hand, Punjab will rely on Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Singh to provide a solid start. Cooper Connolly and Shreyas Iyer could play crucial roles in the middle overs, while Marcus Stoinis, Shashank Singh, and Azmatullah Omarzai will be responsible for finishing the innings. Arshdeep Singh and Yuzvendra Chahal, the most experienced bowlers in the squad, will look to make an impact. Omarzai, Harpreet Brar, and Lockie Ferguson also have the potential to take wickets.
How to Watch the Match
TV Telecast
- Channels: Star Sports Network
Live Streaming
- App: JioHotstar
- Website: JioHotstar
Subscription Required
- A paid subscription is necessary to watch the full match coverage.
Match Timing and Venue
- Match: LSG vs PBKS
- Date: May 23
- Time: 07:30 pm IST
- Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium
Watching the Match Online
To watch the live match on your mobile or smart TV:
- Download the JioHotstar app and create a profile.
- Take a subscription.
- Click on the live match option to stream the proceedings.
Free Viewing Options
While viewers can watch the match for free for 15 minutes, a paid subscription is required to access the full live match coverage.
FAQs
Where can I watch today’s LSG vs PBKS match live?
The match will be broadcast on Star Sports Network Channels and streamed live on the JioHotStar app and website.
What time does the LSG vs PBKS match start today?
The match will begin at 07:30 pm IST, with the toss scheduled for 07:00 pm IST.
Is today’s match available for free streaming?
No, a subscription is required to watch the entire match.
Which app shows live cricket matches today?
JioHotstar app is the platform where you can watch live cricket matches.
IPL 2026 Squads
Lucknow Super Giants
Abdul Samad, Ayush Badoni, Aiden Markram, Matthew Breetzke, Himmat Singh, Rishabh Pant (c), Nicholas Pooran, Mitchell Marsh, Shahbaz Ahmed, Arshin Kulkarni, Mayank Yadav, Avesh Khan, Mohsin Khan, Manimaran Siddharth, Digvesh Rathi, Prince Yadav, Akash Singh, Mohammed Shami, Arjun Tendulkar, George Linde, Anrich Nortje, Mukul Choudhary, Naman Tiwari, Akshat Raghuwanshi, Josh Inglis
Punjab Kings
Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer (c), Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen, Harpreet Brar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Musheer Khan, Pyala Avinash, Harnoor Pannu, Suryansh Shedge, Mitchell Owen, Xavier Bartlett, Lockie Ferguson, Vyshak Vijaykumar, Yash Thakur, Vishnu Vinod, Cooper Connolly, Ben Dwarshuis, Pravin Dubey, Vishal Nishad
