Cricket Prediction | GT vs LSG | IPL 2025 | 64th Match | May 22 – Will LSG Upset the GT?

GT vs LSG Match Analysis

The 64th match of IPL 2025 will be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on May 22, and it promises to be a blockbuster. As the playoff race tightens, Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants are preparing for a clash that could define their season. Scheduled for 7:30 PM IST, this prime-time battle under lights is expected to deliver fireworks.

After a commanding victory, the Gujarat Titans step into this match brimming with confidence. Their batting has looked clinical, their bowling sharp, and with the Ahmedabad crowd behind them, GT will be eager to tighten their grip on a top four finish.

Lucknow Super Giants, on the other hand, have been hot and cold. Despite a powerful batting performance in their previous outing, their bowlers failed to hold the fort. This match is a golden opportunity for LSG to recalibrate and surge back into contention.

Gujarat Titans vs Lucknow Super GiantsTeam Preview & Squads

Gujarat Titans

Led by Shubman Gill, the Gujarat Titans look well-balanced and increasingly dangerous as the business end of the season approaches. Gill’s form at the top has been consistent, and with quality around him, GT’s batting looks robust.

Sai Sudharsan has anchored innings with maturity beyond his years, while the likes of Jos Buttler, Rahul Tewatia, and Sherfane Rutherford bring explosive potential. Add finishers like M Shahrukh Khan and all-rounders such as Dasun Shanaka and Washington Sundar, and you have a batting unit that bats deep.

This bowling lineup fuses firepower and finesse in equal measure. Rashid Khan remains their trump card with the ball, while speedsters Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, and Prasidh Krishna have delivered key breakthroughs. 

Last Match Recap: Against Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Titans chased down 200 with 10 wickets in hand, thanks to a breathtaking opening stand between Gill and Sudharsan, showcasing the team’s current dominance.

Gujarat Titans Squad

Gujarat Titans

Shubman Gill (C), Anuj Rawat, Jos Buttler (Wk), Kumar Kushagra, Rashid Khan, Arshad Khan, Gerald Coetzee, Gurnoor Brar, Karim Janat, Kulwant Khejroliya, Mahipal Lomror, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kagiso Rabada, Sherfane Rutherford, Sai Kishore, Sai Sudharsan, M Shahrukh Khan, Dasun Shanaka, Ishant Sharma, Nishant Sindhu, Manav Suthar, Rahul Tewatia, Washington Sundar, Jayant Yadav

Lucknow Super Giants

Rishabh Pant’s leadership has injected energy into LSG, though inconsistency in execution has held them back. With a must-win situation staring at them, Pant and his troops need to bring out their best.

The batting core remains strong—Pant, Nicholas Pooran, and Aiden Markram can turn the tide single-handedly. While Badoni and Samad have delivered sparks of quality, LSG will be hoping for a more complete team performance.

Bowling, however, has been LSG’s Achilles’ heel. Shardul Thakur and Ravi Bishnoi are key, but the team’s death-over bowling has bled runs. Avesh Khan, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, and Akash Deep must deliver under pressure if LSG is to compete on Ahmedabad’s flat deck.

Last Match Recap: Despite a mammoth 205-run total against Sunrisers Hyderabad, LSG’s bowlers couldn’t contain the opposition, who chased it down with 10 balls to spare. It highlighted the need for tighter bowling strategies.

Lucknow Super Giants Squad

Lucknow Super Giants

Rishabh Pant (C) (Wk), Aryan Juyal, Nicholas Pooran, Abdul Samad, Akash Deep, Akash Singh, Avesh Khan, Ayush Badoni, Matthew Breetzke, Yuvraj Chaudhary, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Himmat Singh, Arshin Kulkarni, Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, David Miller, Will O’Rourke, Prince Yadav, Digvesh Rathi, Ravi Bishnoi, Shahbaz Ahmed, Manimaran Siddharth, Shardul Thakur

GT vs LSG Outfield Report

Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

Known for its true bounce and fast outfield, the Ahmedabad surface has long been a paradise for batters. Spinners may come into play in the middle overs, but pacers will need to rely on variations. Expect a high-scoring encounter unless dew evens things out in the second innings.

The weather in Ahmedabad on match day is expected to be clear with no rain interruptions. The temperature will hover around 33°C during the evening with a slight drop as the night progresses. Humidity might touch 40%, which could affect bowlers in the second innings.

At Ahmedabad, scores above 190 are common when batting first under lights. The highest IPL score here is over 230, while even 170 has been defendable with sharp bowling. Teams chasing have a slight edge due to dew, especially in the latter half of the tournament.

Gujarat Titans vs Lucknow Super Giants Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last five encounters, Gujarat Titans have emerged victorious three times, while Lucknow Super Giants have secured two wins. 

GT vs LSG Prediction

According to cricket analysts, the Gujarat Titans have a 57% chance of Winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.