Get ready for a high-stakes showdown in RR vs LSG (IPL 2025) Match 36, as the Rajasthan Royals take on the Lucknow Super Giants at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, on April 19, 2025. With RR desperate to bounce back from a series of losses and LSG eager to stay in playoff contention, this match could tilt the momentum for either side.
Whether you’re setting your Dream11 line-up or just catching up on the action, here’s everything you need to know—pitch insights, fantasy tips, predicted XIs, and how to watch live!
Match Details
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Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Lucknow Super Giants
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Match Number: 36
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Date: April 19, 2025
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Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
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Toss Time: 7:00 PM IST
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Start Time: 7:30 PM IST
Pitch Report – Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
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Nature: Balanced, slightly favors batsmen in the first innings
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Average First Innings Score: 170–180 in IPL 2025
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Pace & Bounce: Good carry early on, aiding shot-making
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Spinners’ Advantage: Gets better as the ball ages on the dry surface
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Powerplay Strategy: Crucial for top-order batsmen to exploit
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Toss Tactic: Chasing preferred due to dew in second innings
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Weather Forecast: Clear skies, 30–35°C, moderate humidity (~45%), no rain expected
Team Form & Analysis
Rajasthan Royals (RR)
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Current Standing: 8th, with 2 wins and 5 losses
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Latest Match: Lost to Delhi Capitals in Super Over
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Strengths: Explosive top-order, potent pace attack
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Weaknesses: Inconsistent middle order, over-reliance on Jaiswal and Samson
Key Players:
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Yashasvi Jaiswal: Aggressive opener, high upside Dream11 captain
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Sanju Samson: Wicketkeeper-batsman, cleared to play
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Jofra Archer: Lethal with the new ball
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Wanindu Hasaranga: Effective spinner in Jaipur’s dry conditions
Predicted XI:
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (c & wk), Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel, Shubham Dubey, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Sandeep Sharma, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Impact Sub: Rahul Chahar
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
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Current Standing: 5th, with 4 wins and 3 losses
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Latest Match: Lost to CSK by 5 wickets
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Strengths: Balanced squad, strong middle order
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Weaknesses: Mayank Yadav’s injury uncertainty, top-order instability
Key Players:
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Nicholas Pooran: On fire with 288 runs in 5 games—Dream11 VC favorite
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Mitchell Marsh: Contributing consistently with bat and ball
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Rishabh Pant: Captain & finisher, adds fantasy points with wicketkeeping
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Shardul Thakur: Nine wickets so far, great value pick
Predicted XI:
Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), David Miller, Ayush Badoni, Abdul Samad, Shardul Thakur, Ravi Bishnoi, Digvesh Rathi, Avesh Khan
Impact Sub: Shahbaz Ahmed
Suggested Dream11 Team
Wicketkeepers:
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Rishabh Pant
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Sanju Samson
Batters:
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Yashasvi Jaiswal (Captain)
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Nicholas Pooran (Vice-Captain)
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David Miller
All-Rounders:
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Mitchell Marsh
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Aiden Markram
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Wanindu Hasaranga
Bowlers:
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Jofra Archer
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Shardul Thakur
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Ravi Bishnoi
Backup Picks:
Avesh Khan, Dhruv Jurel, Sandeep Sharma, Shahbaz Ahmed
Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
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Captain: Yashasvi Jaiswal – Top-order aggression and home familiarity
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Vice-Captain: Nicholas Pooran – In peak form, destroys spin attacks
Differential Fantasy Picks
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Wanindu Hasaranga (RR): Under-picked but thrives on spin-friendly tracks
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Ayush Badoni (LSG): Late-order hitter, sneaky Dream11 points
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Sandeep Sharma (RR): Economical and deceptive in death overs
Players to Avoid
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Nitish Rana (RR): Patchy form, inconsistent returns
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Abdul Samad (LSG): Low batting position, limited opportunities
Grand League Tips
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Pick high-upside bowlers like Archer or Ravi Bishnoi as captain
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Go with 2-3 differential picks to break the template
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Stack top-order batters in a pitch that favors early scoring
Head-to-Head Record
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Total Matches: 4
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RR Wins: 3
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LSG Wins: 1
Fun Fact: RR have historically outplayed LSG, but the latter’s current form could flip the script.
Match Prediction
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Likely Winner: Lucknow Super Giants (55% chance)
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Why?: More balanced side with in-form middle order
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X-Factor Battle: Nicholas Pooran vs Jofra Archer—power vs pace
Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
India:
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TV: Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 3, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Tamil & others
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Streaming: JioHotstar (Free & Premium, 4K)
Global:
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USA/Canada: Willow TV
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UK: Sky Sports Cricket
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Australia: Fox Sports
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South Africa: SuperSport
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Middle East: beIN Sports
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Pakistan: Tapmad, Geo Super
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Radio: Cricket Radio 89.1 FM
FAQs – RR vs LSG (IPL 2025) Match 36
Q1: When is RR vs LSG (IPL 2025) Match 36 scheduled?
A: April 19, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur.
Q2: Who is the best Dream11 captain pick?
A: Yashasvi Jaiswal for his aggressive batting and home conditions.
Q3: What is the head-to-head record between RR and LSG?
A: RR leads 3-1 based on past IPL meetings.
Q4: Where can I watch the match live?
A: In India, watch on Star Sports or stream on JioHotstar. Check local listings globally.
Q5: Is Mayank Yadav playing?
A: His fitness is uncertain. Watch out for official team news before the match.