The rivalry between the Royal Challengers Bengaluru and the Lucknow Super Giants is new but full of excitement. RCB have played since 2008, while LSG joined in 2022. Even with this gap, both teams have given fans many thrilling matches.
They have faced each other 6 times. RCB have won 4 matches, while LSG have won 2. Every game had a result. This rivalry has seen close finishes, including a one-wicket win and a big chase.
In the 2025 Indian Premier League, both teams played two great matches. RCB won in Lucknow. In the next game, LSG scored 227/3. But Jitesh Sharma hit 85* off 33 balls and helped RCB win easily. That victory led RCB to their first IPL title.
This rivalry is growing fast and will bring more exciting matches. Stay tuned for more action!
RCB vs LSG Head-to-Head Record in IPL: Overview
The head-to-head record stands at 4-2 in favour of RCB across 6 matches, with no results, since their first meeting in 2022. RCB are the only title-winning side in this rivalry, having claimed their maiden IPL championship in 2025, while LSG are yet to win the tournament.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 6 |
| RCB Won | 4 |
| LSG Won | 2 |
| No Result | 0 |
| Highest Score (RCB) | 230/4 |
| Lowest Score (LSG) | 108/10 |
RCB vs LSG at Different Venues
Let’s have a look at the head-to-head stats for both teams in their home grounds.
At BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
RCB and LSG have played three times at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. RCB have won two of those 2 matches, including a clinical 18-run win in 2023 when they defended just 126/9.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 2 |
| RCB Won | 2 |
| LSG Won | 0 |
At M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
RCB and LSG have played two matches at RCB’s home ground in Bengaluru, and LSG have won both.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 2 |
| LSG Won | 2 |
| RCB Won | 0 |
RCB vs LSG Head-to-Head Team Records
Across 6 matches, RCB and LSG have produced a wide range of team totals — from RCB defending a low 126/9 at Lucknow in 2023 to LSG posting an impressive 227/3 in the 2025 season finale.
Highest Team Totals in RCB vs LSG Matches
RCB’s 230/4 in the 2025 final league match at Lucknow is the highest team total in this rivalry, set during their record-breaking chase of LSG’s 227/3. The same night delivered the two highest totals in this fixture’s history.
| Team | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| RCB | 230/4 | Won | Ekana Cricket Stadium |
| LSG | 227/3 | Lost | Ekana Cricket Stadium |
| LSG | 213/9 | Won | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium |
| RCB | 212/2 | Lost | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium |
| RCB | 207/4 | Won | Eden Gardens |
Lowest Team Totals in RCB vs LSG Matches
LSG’s 108 all out at the Ekana Stadium in 2023 is the lowest team total in this rivalry. RCB bowled them out with a disciplined display to seal an 18-run win while defending just 126/9.
| Team | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| LSG | 108/10 | Lost | Ekana Cricket Stadium |
| RCB | 126/9 | Won | Ekana Cricket Stadium |
| RCB | 153/10 | Lost | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium |
| LSG | 163/8 | Lost | DY Patil Stadium |
| RCB | 181/6 | Won | DY Patil Stadium |
RCB vs LSG Head-to-Head Batting Records
Here are the batting stats for the RCB and LSG rivalry.
Best Individual Batting Performances
Rishabh Pant’s unbeaten 118 off 61 balls in the IPL 2025 last group stage match is the best knock.
| Player | Runs | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Rishabh Pant (LSG) | 118* (61) | 193.44 |
| Rajat Patidar (RCB) | 112* (54) | 207.4 |
| Faf du Plessis (RCB) | 96 (64) | 150 |
| Jitesh Sharma (LSG) | 85* (33) | 257.57 |
| Quinton de Kock (LSG) | 81 (56) | 144.64 |
Most Runs in RCB vs LSG Matches
Faf du Plessis leads the run-scoring charts in this rivalry with 238 runs across all six matches. He is followed by KL Rahul with 147 runs for LSG.
| Batters | Matches | Runs | Average | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Faf du Plessis (RCB) | 5 | 238 | 59.5 | 96 |
| KL Rahul (LSG) | 5 | 147 | 36.75 | 79 |
| Rajat Patidar (RCB) | 3 | 155 | 74 | 112* |
RCB vs LSG Head-to-Head Bowling Records
Here are the bowling stats for this incredible head-to-head.
Best Individual Bowling Performances
Josh Hazelwood’s 4/25 is the best bowling performance by an RCB player in this rivalry. Mayank Yadav’s devastating 3/14 in the 2024 Bengaluru match is the best bowling performance by an LSG player.
| Player | Figures | Economy |
|---|---|---|
| Josh Hazlewood (RCB) | 4/25 | 6.25 |
| Mayank Yadav (LSG) | 3/14 | 3.5 |
| Mohammad Siraj (RCB) | 3/22 | 5.5 |
| Naveen-ul-Haq (LSG) | 3/30 | 7.5 |
| Ravi Bishnoi (LSG) | 2/21 | 5.35 |
Most Wickets in RCB vs LSG Matches
Josh Hazlewood leads the wicket-taking charts in this rivalry with 9 wickets. He is followed by Mohammad Siraj with 7 wickets.
| Bowlers | Inns. | Wkts. | Econ. | Avg. | BBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Hazlewood (RCB) | 3 | 9 | 7.54 | 9 | 4/25 |
| Mohammed Siraj (RCB) | 5 | 7 | 8.68 | 23.57 | 3/22 |
| Harshal Patel (RCB) | 4 | 6 | 8.84 | 23.33 | 2/47 |
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Conclusion: RCB Lead LSG With 4-2
The rivalry between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Lucknow Super Giants is still new but very exciting. They have played 6 matches so far. RCB lead 4-2. But LSG have won both matches in Bengaluru, which makes the contest interesting.
Faf du Plessis has scored the most runs (238). Josh Hazlewood has taken the most wickets (9).
One of the best matches came in the 2025 Indian Premier League. Rishabh Pant scored 118* to help LSG reach 228. But Jitesh Sharma smashed 85* and helped RCB win. Now, RCB are champions, and this rivalry will only grow.
