IPL 2026: LSG vs RCB Predicted Playing XI and Match Preview
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 50 of IPL 2026 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, on May 7.
LSG, led by Rishabh Pant, have struggled this season, winning just two matches so far and enduring a poor run at home. Despite the setbacks, recent performances from Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsh have provided some encouragement for the side.
RCB, under Rajat Patidar, remain in strong contention for the playoffs. The defending champions have shown resilience throughout the tournament and will look to move closer to qualification with another victory.
One of the key battles to watch will be between Virat Kohli and left-arm pacer Mohsin Khan.
Predicted Playing XI
Lucknow Super Giants:
Mitchell Marsh, Josh Inglis, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Aiden Markram, Akshat Raghuwanshi, Himmat Singh, Mohammed Shami, Mohsin Khan, Prince Yadav, Avesh Khan, Digvesh Rathi
Royal Challengers Bengaluru:
Jacob Bethell, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma, Rasikh Salam Dar
Match Outlook
RCB head into the contest as favorites based on current form and consistency. However, LSG will be eager to break their losing streak and finish the season on a stronger note in front of their home crowd.
