LSG vs RCB 2025: Thrilling Encounter Between Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru

The much-anticipated LSG vs RCB 2025 clash in the Indian Premier League (IPL) lived up to its hype, delivering a nail-biting contest between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Fans were treated to explosive batting, crafty bowling, and edge-of-the-seat moments as both teams fought fiercely for supremacy.

In this article, we’ll cover:

• LSG vs RCB Match Scorecard Highlights

• Key Performers: Rishabh Pant, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Liam Livingstone, Nicholas Pooran

• Where to Watch LSG vs RCB Live

• RCB vs LSG 2025 Timeline & Standings Impact

• Player Updates: Hazlewood, Tim David, and More

LSG vs RCB 2025: Match Recap

Toss & First Innings

The RCB vs LSG toss played a crucial role, with Royal Challengers Bengaluru opting to bowl first at the Ekana Cricket Stadium. Lucknow Super Giants posted a competitive total, thanks to fiery knocks from Nicholas Pooran and Rishabh Pant, who made his debut for LSG this season.

Second Innings: RCB’s Chase

RCB’s chase was led by Liam Livingstone and Faf du Plessis, but Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s disciplined bowling kept the pressure on. The match went down to the wire, with RCB needing 12 off the last over. However, LSG’s death bowling secured a thrilling victory.

Key Players & Performances

Batting Heroes

• Rishabh Pant (LSG): A blistering 65 off 35 balls.

• Nicholas Pooran (LSG): Quickfire 45* to finish strong.

• Liam Livingstone (RCB): A valiant 72 in the chase.

Bowling Impact

• Bhuvneshwar Kumar (LSG): 3/22, including key wickets.

• Josh Hazlewood (RCB): Why was Hazlewood not playing? (Injury update)

• Tim David (RCB): Absent due to injury—latest updates.

Where to Watch LSG vs RCB Live?

Catch the Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru match live on:

• Star Sports Network

• JioCinema (Streaming)

RCB vs LSG 2025: Timeline & Standings

This match had major implications on the IPL 2025 standings. A win for LSG pushed them into the top 4, while RCB struggled to maintain momentum.

Player Updates & Injuries

• Josh Hazlewood (RCB): Missed the game due to a niggle.

• Tim David (RCB): Ruled out with a hamstring strain.

• RCB Captain 2025: Faf du Plessis led the side, but Virat Kohli’s absence was felt.

Final Verdict: LSG Triumph in a Close Contest

The LSG vs RCB 2025 encounter was a classic IPL thriller, with Lucknow Super Giants holding their nerve to clinch victory. RCB will look to bounce back in their next fixture.

Upcoming IPL 2025 Matches

• RCB vs DC – Can RCB recover?

• LSG’s next challenge – Who will they face?

Stay tuned for more IPL 2025 updates, live scores, and match previews!