Do-or-die game for Rajasthan Royals at home 

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MATCH PREVIEW     

It will be an important game in the Indian Premier League 2025. Hosts Rajasthan Royals will fight hard for survival as they take on the Lucknow Super Giants in the 36th game. The Royals lost against the Delhi Capitals in the Super Over, and the team must come out of its slump. They have won only twice in seven games and must win here to keep playoff hopes alive. The Lucknow Super Giants also threw their last game against the Chennai Super Kings and shall hope for a strong comeback. They have struggled against the Royals, but their recent form gives them higher odds. Both teams will look to win this contest and strengthen their claim for a berth in the playoffs. A lot is riding on in this game for both teams, and we expect a tight contest.  

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It is a do-or-die battle for Sanju Samson's team. The team has won only two of its seven matches and is struggling with form and consistency. Their odds have dropped for the team on cricket betting sites. They failed to hold onto their nerves against the Delhi Capitals, losing the game in the Super Over. One more loss can end their hopes of reaching the next round, and Samson would like to overcome this challenge by putting on a good show in front of their home crowd.  

Sanju Samson and Yashasvi Jaiswal form a strong opening combination, and the team expects an electrifying start from the pair. The middle order has been inconsistent, and the team needs Riyan Parag, Nitish Rana, and Dhruv Jurel to steer the innings. Shimron Hetmyer will look to do well in the final overs with his hitting abilities and add runs with Shubham Dubey and Wanindu Hasaranga.  

The bowling attack has let the side down in most games. They need early wickets from Tushar Deshpande and Jofra Archer to put the Lucknow Super Giants under pressure. The middle overs have been bad for the team, and they need Maheesh Theekshana and Wanindu Hasaranga to do well. Riyan Parag and Sandeep Sharma will look to do well in the supporting roles.  
 

Expected Starting XI for Rajasthan Royals      

Sanju Samson (c & wk), Riyan Parag, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Rana, Jofra Archer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Tushar Deshpande, Sandeep Sharma, Shubham Dubey (Impact Player)   

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Rishabh Pant and his team would look to put behind their poor show against the Chennai Super Kings. The 5-wicket loss would hurt the team as they had the game under control before throwing it away. The team has a strong batting lineup, giving them an edge on cricket betting apps. Pant will look to exploit the lack of form in the Rajasthan Royals' camp and improve his team's position on the points table.  

The team expects a strong start from Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh, as both players are known for their aggressive stroke play. Nicholas Pooran is the backbone of this batting lineup, and he will look to do well in the middle order with Ayush Badoni and Rishab Pant. They have firepower in the lower middle order and expect quick runs from David Miller, Abdul Samad, and Shardul Thakur.  

Shardul Thakur and Akash Deep will face a tough challenge in this game. They must use the new ball and strike early in the game to put the Rajasthan Royals under pressure. Ravi Bishnoi has troubled batsmen, and the team expects wickets from him in the middle overs. Digvesh Singh Rathi, Avesh Khan, and Markram will look to do well in the supporting role.  

Expected Starting XI for Lucknow Super Giants     

Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, Ayush Badoni, Nicholas Pooran, David Miller, Shardul Thakur, Abdul Samad, Akash Deep, Avesh Khan, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Ravi Bishnoi (Impact Player)  

TOSS: To Bowl First      

The wicket looked slower in the last game played at this venue. Batsmen will struggle to strike the ball, and they have to play with caution. Setting up a total isn't an easy task in such situations. The side winning the toss would like to take advantage of the conditions by bowling first in this game.  

PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS      

We expect a warm evening, and the conditions will be challenging for the players. The wicket is two-paced, and the ball doesn't come onto the bat nicely. Spinners will enjoy bowling on this surface as the ball would stop on the batsmen. A score of 180 runs would be a challenging total at this venue.  

OUR PREDICTION      

The Rajasthan Royals are struggling with their form this season, and the team is finding its back against the wall. It is a must-win game for the team, and the bowling attack and middle-order batters must deliver the goods. The Lucknow Super Giants are in a better position and have a stronger batting lineup. We expect a close game, but the Super Giants will start ahead based on their recent form.  

Our prediction is for Rajasthan Royals to win