IPL 2025: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow Pitch Report & Stats Ahead of LSG vs SRH Match

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will face off against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Match 61 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on May 19. This evening encounter, starting at 7:30 PM IST, marks the return of IPL action to Lucknow after nearly a month.

The Ekana Stadium has been known for its low-scoring, challenging conditions, particularly due to its large boundaries and pitches that haven’t always offered the most fluent batting. The average first innings score sits at 168, and only one 200-plus total has been recorded in 10 innings this season.

The surface usually keeps batters in check, often making totals in the 160-180 range competitive, especially if there’s some grip or uneven bounce.

With temperatures hovering around 40°C, physical endurance will be a major factor. The ground dimensions make six-hitting a tough proposition, especially against spinners or cutters.

Despite this, teams have found ways to adapt, with chasing sides slightly edging out teams batting first – 10 wins vs. 8. That trend may influence captains to opt for fielding first.

Considering the venue dynamics, Lucknow Super Giants might hold a slight advantage playing at home, familiar with how to exploit the ground’s idiosyncrasies. That said, Sunrisers Hyderabad’s aggressive top-order and adaptable bowling unit can tilt the game in their favour if they handle the conditions smartly.

IPL Stats at BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

• Matches Played: 19
• Matches Won Batting First: 8
• Matches Won Batting Second: 10
• Matches With No Result: 1
• Matches Tied: 0
• Average First Innings Score: 168
• Highest Team Total: 235
• Highest Total Successfully Chased: 197