The rivalry between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) is one of the newer rivalries in IPL history. PBKS, earlier known as Kings XI Punjab, has been part of the IPL since the first season in 2008. LSG joined later in 2022 as a new team.
LSG and PBKS have played 6 matches against each other. Both teams have won 3 matches each. This shows that the rivalry is balanced, even though it is still new.
Their matches have been full of high scores and exciting moments. The highest score in this rivalry is 257 runs, made by LSG, while the lowest score is 133 runs, made by PBKS.
Both teams have strong fan bases and talented players. Because of this, their matches are always exciting and fun to watch in the IPL.
LSG vs PBKS Head-to-Head Record in IPL: Overview
The head-to-head record is now level at 3–3 across 6 matches. LSG made a strong start after joining the IPL in 2022, winning 3 of the first 4 meetings. But Punjab Kings clinched commanding victories in both their 2025 meetings.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 6 |
| LSG Won | 3 |
| PBKS Won | 3 |
| No Result | 0 |
| Highest Score (LSG) | 257/5 |
| Lowest Score (PBKS) | 133/8 |
LSG vs PBKS at Different Venues
In the IPL, each team hosts matches at their home ground. Here is the LSG vs PBKS head-to-head record at their respective grounds.
At Ekana International Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
LSG play their home matches at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. LSG and PBKS have only played three matches and PBKS won 2 of them.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 3 |
| LSG Won | 1 |
| PBKS Won | 2 |
At IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali
Punjab Kings have traditionally played their home matches at the IS Bindra PCA Stadium in Mohali. LSG played PBKS here once in 2023 and won by a huge margin of 56 runs.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 1 |
| LSG Won | 1 |
| PBKS Won | 0 |
LSG vs PBKS Head-to-Head Team Records
Across 6 matches, LSG and PBKS have played some very high-scoring and exciting games. Here is a look at the best and worst team totals in this rivalry.
Highest Team Totals in LSG vs PBKS Matches
The highest total is 257/5, scored by Lucknow Super Giants against Punjab Kings at IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali, in the 2023 IPL season. In IPL 2025 at Dharamsala, PBKS put up a mammoth total of 236/5.
| Team | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| LSG | 257/5 | Won | IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali |
| PBKS | 236/5 | Won | HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala |
| PBKS | 201/10 | Lost | IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali |
| LSG | 199/8 | Lost | HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala |
| LSG | 199/9 | Won | Ekana Stadium, Lucknow |
Lowest Team Totals in LSG vs PBKS Matches
The lowest total is 133/8, recorded by Punjab Kings, followed by LSG’s 153/8.
| Team | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| PBKS | 133/8 | Lost | MCA Stadium, Pune |
| LSG | 153/8 | Won | MCA Stadium, Pune |
| LSG | 159/8 | Lost | Ekana Stadium, Lucknow |
| LSG | 171/7 | Lost | Ekana Stadium, Lucknow |
| PBKS | 178/5 | Lost | Ekana Stadium, Lucknow |
LSG vs PBKS Head-to-Head Batting Records
Now, let’s look at the batting records in the rivalry between LSG and PBKS.
Best Individual Batting Performances
Prabhsimran Singh’s 91 runs off 48 matches is the best individual score, followed by KL Rahul’s 74 in 56 balls.
| Player | Runs (Balls) | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Prabhsimran Singh (PBKS) | 91 (48) | 190 |
| KL Rahul (PBKS) | 74 (56) | 132.14 |
| Ayush Badoni (LSG) | 73 (40) | 185 |
| Marcus Stoinis (LSG) | 72 (40) | 180 |
| Shikhar Dhawan (PBKS) | 70 (50) | 140 |
Most Runs in LSG vs PBKS Matches
Nicholas Pooran leads the batting chart with 137 runs in this fixture. KL Rahul and Marcus Stoinis share the second spot with 107 runs.
| Batter | Inns. | Runs | Avg. | HS. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicholas Pooran (LSG) | 5 | 137 | 27.4 | 45 |
| KL Rahul (LSG) | 4 | 107 | 26.75 | 74 |
| Marcus Stoinis (LSG/PBKS) | 4 | 107 | 26.75 | 72 |
LSG vs PBKS Head-to-Head Bowling Records
Here are the bowling records across all 6 matches played between LSG and PBKS.
Best Individual Bowling Performances
Yash Thaur 4/37 and Kagiso Rabada 4/38 are the only 4-fer in this rivalry.
| Player | Figures | Economy |
|---|---|---|
| Yash Thakur (LSG) | 4/37 | 9.65 |
| Kagiso Rabada (PBKS) | 4/38 | 9.5 |
| Arshdeep Singh (PBKS) | 3/16 | 4 |
| Mohsin Khan (LSG) | 3/24 | 6 |
| Mayank Yadav (LSG) | 3/27 | 6.75 |
Most Wickets in LSG vs PBKS Matches
Kagiso Rabada and Arshdeep Singh have the most wickets in IPL matches between these two sides with 9.
| Bowler | Inns. | Wkts. | Econ. | BBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kagiso Rabada (PBKS) | 4 | 9 | 10.12 | 4/38 |
| Arshdeep Singh (PBKS) | 6 | 9 | 8.62 | 3/43 |
| Sam Curran (PBKS) | 3 | 7 | 8.81 | 3/28 |
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Conclusion: LSG and PBKS Level at 3–3
The rivalry between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) is still new, but it has already given many exciting matches. Both teams have won 3 matches each in 6 games, so the competition is very close.
The highest score in this rivalry is 257 runs, made by LSG in Mohali in 2023. It is also one of the highest team totals in IPL history. Nicholas Pooran is the top run-scorer in these matches, while Kagiso Rabada has taken the most wickets.
Both teams have strong batters and fast bowlers. Because of this, their matches are always full of runs, excitement, and drama, making this rivalry very entertaining in the IPL.
