LSG vs SRH 61st Match Prediction for IPL 2025: Who Will Win?
LSG vs SRH Overview
The 61st match of IPL 2025 features Lucknow Super Giants taking on Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on May 19. Let’s look at LSG vs SRH Match Prediction for 61st Match.
The game holds significant importance for Lucknow, who are still in contention for the playoffs with 10 points from 11 matches, while SRH are already out of the race with only 7 points from 11 games. With playoff hopes alive, LSG will treat this clash as a must-win, whereas SRH could play the role of party spoilers.
IPL Match 61 Details
Fixture: Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
Date & Time: May 19, 2025, 7:30 PM IST (14:00 GMT)
Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Team form and recent performances
Lucknow started the season well but suffered a dip in form, losing four of their last five matches. Their recent losses, particularly the 54-run defeat against Mumbai and a 37-run loss to Punjab, have dented their momentum and net run rate.
SRH, on the other hand, have had an underwhelming campaign with just 3 wins and a string of disappointing performances with both bat and ball. They’ve shown glimpses of brilliance but lacked consistency throughout the season.
Players to watch out for in Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad clash
Lucknow Super Giants
For Lucknow, Nicholas Pooran has been in stellar form, amassing 410 runs at an explosive strike rate of 200.98. Alongside him, Mitchell Marsh scored 378 runs, striking at 155+, making them the backbone of LSG’s batting.
On the bowling front, Digvesh Singh and Shardul Thakur have picked up 12 wickets each, with Thakur delivering a vital 4-wicket spell earlier in the tournament.
Sunrisers Hyderabad
Sunrisers Hyderabad will rely heavily on Abhishek Sharma, who smashed a phenomenal 141 in one match and has 314 runs to his name with a strike rate of 180.46. Heinrich Klaasen has also been consistent, scoring 311 runs at nearly 35 average.
Their bowling attack is led by Harshal Patel (14 wickets) and Pat Cummins (13 wickets), though economy has been an issue.
Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Playing 12s
Lucknow Super Giants Playing 11 and impact player
Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Abdul Samad, Ayush Badoni, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Shardul Thakur, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Prince Yadav
Impact Player options: David Miller, Shahbaz Ahmed, Himmat Singh, Akash Maharaj Singh
Who will play as an impact player for LSG against SRH? – LSG’s explosive finisher David Miller will likely to play as an impact sub if needed, while Akash Deep can be seen as an impact sub during the need of an extra pacer.
Sunrisers Hyderabad playing 11 and impact player
Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Heinrich Klaasen, Aniket Verma, Kamindu Mendis, Pat Cummins (c), Harshal Patel, Harsh Dubey, Zeeshan Ansari, Eshan Malinga
Impact Player options: Abhinav Manohar, Sachin Baby, Mohammed Shami, Rahul Chahar
Who will play as an impact player for SRH against LSG? – Abhinav Manohar will likely to be the first-choice impact sub for Hyderabad in the game.
LSG vs SRH: What to expect?
Expect a tight contest with both teams likely to bring in changes depending on pitch behavior. LSG will look to dominate early with their power-hitters and consolidate their playoff hopes, while SRH, with nothing to lose, could bring a fearless approach. It’s also a chance for fringe players to step up ahead of the next season.
LSG vs SRH: Who will win match 61 of IPL 2025?
On current form, Lucknow Super Giants look better placed to secure a win. They have a more balanced lineup, stronger top-order firepower, and motivation to push for the playoffs. However, if SRH’s big hitters like Abhishek Sharma and Klaasen fire, it could be a closer contest than expected.
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