The 30th match of IPL 2025 will see the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), led by Rishabh Pant, take on a struggling Chennai Super Kings (CSK), captained by MS Dhoni, at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Monday, April 14, 2025. While LSG are riding high on a three-match winning streak, CSK find themselves at the bottom of the points table with five consecutive losses.
After a shaky start to the season, LSG have bounced back strongly with four wins in their last five matches. In their most recent game, they chased down a challenging target of 181 against Gujarat Titans, showcasing their batting depth and composure. Rishabh Pant’s leadership has been instrumental, even though his personal batting form has been inconsistent.
CSK began their campaign with a win but have since suffered five consecutive defeats—their worst-ever start in IPL history. In their latest outing against Kolkata Knight Riders, CSK were bowled out for just 103 runs and lost by eight wickets in a dismal performance. MS Dhoni’s return as captain has yet to spark the team’s revival.
The pitch at Ekana Stadium has shown mixed behavior this season. While it started as a fast-paced wicket, it has slowed down in recent matches. Teams batting first have enjoyed success in the powerplay but struggled to maintain momentum in the latter half of the innings. A score of around 160-170 could be competitive on this surface.