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Sports | IPL
Ashish Kapoor
09 MAY 2025 | 06:42:06

The race to the IPL 2025 playoffs hits boiling point tonight as Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) host Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Ekana Stadium. It’s a clash packed with tension, form streaks, and massive consequences.

RCB enter the game as the in-form juggernaut—8 wins from 11 games, including a thrilling 2-run victory over Chennai Super Kings. Their trio of in-form batters—Virat Kohli, Jacob Bethell, and Romario Shepherd—has been setting the tone, and a win tonight will make them the first team to qualify for the playoffs.

But don’t count Lucknow out just yet. Yes, they’ve lost three on the bounce, most recently a 37-run defeat to Punjab Kings. But even in that match, Ayush Badoni’s fearless 74 showed that this team isn’t going down without a fight.

Key battles could make or break the match. Kohli vs Mayank promises fireworks—India’s most consistent batter facing express pace under pressure. Patidar vs Digvesh Singh Rathi could be crucial in the middle overs, with the leg-spinner looking to redeem himself after a tough outing. Meanwhile, Badoni vs Krunal Pandya, an intra-team clash with emotional undertones, might define the finishing phase.

The head-to-head stands at 3-2 in RCB’s favour, but Lucknow know their home conditions better than anyone. Add the playoff desperation, and tonight’s clash promises full-throttle drama.

RCB win—they seal the deal. LSG win—they keep the flame burning. One team chases glory. The other fights for survival. Strap in—it’s going to be a wild one at Ekana.

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