Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have done extremely well ever since their inclusion in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2022. In the last three years, they have made the Playoffs twice. Considering they don’t have the heritage or those big names, LSG’s performance has been great.
This year, Lucknow would like to get their hands on that silverware. Of course, before running you have to start walking. LSG first needs to reach the IPL 2025 Playoffs and then set their eyes on the trophy.
IPL 2025 performance so far
As of April 19, LSG is one of two teams that have played 8 of their 14 group-stage matches. And they have a 5-3 record. To determine how well they can play in the remaining matches, one must analyse their performance so far.
Wins: SRH (ranked 9th), MI (ranked 7th), KKR (ranked 6th), GT (ranked 1st), RR (8th)
Losses: DC (ranked 2nd), PBKS (ranked 3rd), CSK (ranked 10th)
LSG have a mixed bag of results. They have beaten one really strong side, Gujarat Titans (GT), and lost a really close match to Delhi Capitals (DC) by 1 wicket. These two matches show they can go toe-to-toe with the best teams. However, they have also lost to Chennai Super Kings (CSK), who have been the worst team of the IPL 2025 season. In short, they have beaten teams ranked lower and lost to sides ranked above.
IPL 2025 Playoffs: LSG Qualification Scenarios
16 points is usually what guarantees your IPL 2025 Playoffs qualification. And LSG would aim for that. Last year, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) did qualify with 14 points, but in 2022 and 2023, 16 points was the cutoff for the final four. That means they need to win 3 of their remaining 6 matches to confirm their spot.
They have it fairly easy despite not having a good home advantage, a 2-2 record at their home ground, Ekana Cricket Stadium. They face two top sides like DC and RCB at home. Beating them won’t be easy. But their last match is against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), who are virtually knocked out.
Remaining Matches
Home: DC (April 22), RCB (May 9), SRH (May 18)
Away: MI (April 27), PBKS (May 4), GT (May 14)
If they manage to beat one of DC, SRH, or RCB, it will mean they are doing well. Away from home, Mumbai Indians (MI), Punjab Kings (PBKS) and GT. This means, in actuality, they need to beat sides ranked worse than them, like SRH and MI, and then one of the other four teams.
Mayank Yadav has returned, even though he hasn’t played yet. Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Digvesh Rathi, Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Ayush Badoni, and Nicholas Pooran are in good touch. And Rishabh Pant can only get better from here. All in all, LSG seem to have a very realistic chance of qualifying for the IPL 2025 Playoffs.
IPL 2025 – Points Table (as of April 19)
| Teams | Matches | Won | Lost | Points | Net Run Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gujarat Titans | 7 | 5 | 2 | 10 | +0.984 |
| Delhi Capitals | 7 | 5 | 2 | 10 | +0.589 |
| Punjab Kings | 7 | 2 | 2 | 10 | +0.308 |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 8 | 5 | 3 | 10 | +0.088 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 7 | 4 | 3 | 8 | +0.446 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 7 | 3 | 4 | 6 | +0.547 |
| Mumbai Indians | 7 | 3 | 4 | 6 | +0.239 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 8 | 2 | 6 | 4 | -0.633 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 7 | 2 | 5 | 4 | -1.217 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 7 | 2 | 5 | 4 | -1.276 |
