IPL 2026: Lucknow Super Giants' strongest predicted XI against Rajasthan Royals

Published - 21 Apr 2026, 14:24 IST | Updated - 21 Apr 2026, 14:24 IST

The Lucknow Super Giants take on the Rajasthan Royals in Match 32 of the 2026 Indian Premier League at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow.

The Super Giants are coming off losses in their last three games, and return to their home venue, where they have failed to win a match in 2026. While their bowling attack has shown promise, their batting is yet to fire, with multiple batters getting starts but failing to convert them into big scores. They are in dire need of a victory and face an in-form Royals side that is also looking to return to winning ways.

The pair of Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markram has got starts but has not been able to convert those into big scores. The Super Giants have seen some chopping and changing in their ranks, with Markram batting at number 5 against the Kings. But with the gravity of the clash coming up, Markram is expected to slot in at the top of the order.

Rishabh Pant has now become a permanent feature at the top of the order at number 3, but is yet to deliver. He has one 50+ score, which came against the Sunrisers Hyderabad. He looked more fluent as he scored a 23-ball 43 against the Punjab Kings. The Super Giants will be hoping their skipper returns to form to save their season.