IPL 2025, Match - 36 | RR vs LSG | Fantasy Tips, Prediction & Preview

Rajasthan Royals (RR) will take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the 36th game of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. RR are coming into the game after their heartbreaking loss to Delhi Capitals in the super over. LSG on the other hand saw their winning run end with their loss to Chennai Super Kings at home. 

With half the season done, Rajasthan Royals are eighth in the table with four points. RR haven’t played bad cricket but have been unlucky on many occasions to not come out on top. With the exception of their huge loss to RCB at home, the Royals have done reasonably well this campaign. The form shown by Yashasvi Jaiswal, Nitish Rana, and Jofra Archer will be a huge positive for the home team. Sanju Samson who retired out last game due to a niggle will be looked at closely as he is a key player for his team.

On the other hand, Lucknow Super Giants have been one of the most destructive sides of the tournament. Nicholas Pooran who is the leading run getter of the season has been in top form so far. Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markram have also been at the top of the game with the bat this season. Digvesh Rathi and Ravi Bishnoi have done well with the ball while Shardul Thakur has been leading the pace department. Rishabh Pant and his side need a win to make it to ten points and strengthen their position on the points table.

Match Timings

Match Toss Time - 07:00 PM IST (01:30 PM GMT)

Match Start Time - 07:30 PM IST (02:00 PM GMT)

Match Venue - Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur 

Head to Head

Matches Played - 5

Rajasthan Royals won - 4         Lucknow Super Giants won - 1

Last 5 meetings

Rajasthan Royals won - 4         Lucknow Super Giants won - 1

Pitch Report

The surface at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium has batting-friendly bounce, while pacers can capitalize on initial swing in early innings. Spinners tend to create spin during the middle parts of the match on this field, which provides a fair batting condition. 

Weather Report

The weather forecast is expected to be hot and clear. There are no chances of rain during the game. The temperature is likely to be around 39°C  with 12% humidity.

Probable Playing XI  

Rajasthan Royals (RR) - Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson(c & wk), Riyan Parag, Nitish Rana, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Sandeep Sharma, Tushar Deshpande

Impact Player - Shubham Dubey

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) - Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant(c & wk), Ayush Badoni, Abdul Samad, David Miller, Shardul Thakur, Avesh Khan, Akash Deep, Ravi Bishnoi

Impact Player - Digvesh Rathi

Must Picks

RR -  Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jofra Archer

LSG - Nicholas Pooran, Mitchell Marsh

RR vs LSG Fantasy Team

Wicket-Keeper : Sanju Samson, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant

Batters : Mitchell Marsh, Yashasvi Jaiswal

All-rounder : Aiden Markram, Nitish Rana, Wanindu Hasaranga, Riyan Parag

Bowlers : Jofra Archer, Avesh Khan

Captain and Vice-Captain picks

Captain : Nicholas Pooran

Vice-Captain : Yashasvi Jaiswal

Prediction

Considering the current form and team dynamics, Lucknow Super Giants are likely to have the edge in this matchup. Their balanced squad and recent performances make them the favorites to win this clash.

Sportco predicts Lucknow Super Giants to beat Rajasthan Royals in the 36th game of the Indian Premier League 2025.

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