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IPL 2026, LSG VS PBKS: Stadium Details, Pitch Report, Stats, Hourly Weather Report & Where to Watch
The IPL 2026 Match 68 between Lucknow Super Giants and Punjab Kings will be played on May 23 at 7:30 PM IST at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. The pitch in Lucknow is generally good for batting, with short boundaries helping batters score quickly. Spinners may also get some assistance in the middle overs as the surface slows down later in the match.
Teams could prefer to bowl first because dew is expected in the second innings, making it easier for batters to chase targets under lights. Fans can expect a high-scoring contest if the top-order batters settle early. The weather is likely to remain clear during the match, with warm conditions expected throughout the evening. Fans can watch the game live on Star Sports Network and stream it on JioHotstar.
Stadium Details
| About | Details |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Ekana International Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| Established | 2017 |
| Capacity | 50,000 |
| End Names | North End, South End |
| Flood Lights | Yes |
| Home Teams | Uttar Pradesh |
Pitch Report - Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow pitch is good for batting, and dew in the second innings can help batters more. Fast bowlers may get some help with the new ball early in the match. Teams winning the toss may prefer to bowl first.
| Venue Stats | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches | 28 |
| Win Bat First | 43% |
| Win Bowl First | 57% |
| Avg 1st Inns Score | 174 |
| Avg 2nd Inns Score | 164 |
| Highest Total | 235/6 by KKR vs LSG |
| Lowest Total | 108/10 by LSG vs RCB |
| Highest Chased | 230/4 by RCB vs LSG |
| Lowest Defended | 193/6 by LSG vs DC |
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow - Hourly Weather Report
| Time | Temp | Weather | Rain | Wind | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 AM | 33°C | Clear | 0% | W 13 km/h | 25% |
| 1 AM | 32°C | Clear | 0% | W 13 km/h | 26% |
| 2 AM | 31°C | Clear | 0% | W 15 km/h | 27% |
| 3 AM | 31°C | Clear | 0% | W 15 km/h | 29% |
| 4 AM | 30°C | Clear | 0% | W 13 km/h | 30% |
| 5 AM | 29°C | Clear | 0% | NW 9 km/h | 32% |
| 6 AM | 29°C | Sunny | 0% | NE 7 km/h | — |
| 7 AM | 30°C | Sunny | 0% | NE 6 km/h | — |
| 8 AM | 32°C | Sunny | 0% | ENE 2 km/h | — |
| 9 AM | 34°C | Sunny | 0% | SSE 2 km/h | — |
| 10 AM | 36°C | Sunny | 0% | NW 6 km/h | — |
| 11 AM | 37°C | Sunny | 0% | NW 11 km/h | — |
| 12 PM | 39°C | Sunny | 0% | NW 11 km/h | — |
| 1 PM | 40°C | Sunny | 0% | WNW 11 km/h | — |
| 2 PM | 41°C | Sunny | 0% | WNW 11 km/h | — |
| 3 PM | 41°C | Sunny | 0% | WNW 13 km/h | — |
| 4 PM | 41°C | Sunny | 0% | W 15 km/h | — |
| 5 PM | 41°C | Sunny | 0% | W 19 km/h | — |
| 6 PM | 40°C | Sunny | 0% | W 19 km/h | — |
| 7 PM | 39°C | Clear | 0% | W 17 km/h | 18% |
| 8 PM | 37°C | Clear | 0% | W 13 km/h | 20% |
| 9 PM | 36°C | Clear | 0% | W 11 km/h | 22% |
| 10 PM | 35°C | Clear | 0% | W 11 km/h | 23% |
| 11 PM | 35°C | Clear | 0% | NW 11 km/h | 24% |
Where to Watch IPL 2026?
| Country / Region | TV Broadcaster(s) | Live Streaming Platform(s) |
|---|---|---|
| India | JioStar Network Channels | JioHotstar |
| Pakistan | A Sports, Ten Sports | Tapmad, Tamasha App |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports Cricket | Sky Go, NOW TV |
| United States | Willow TV | Willow TV App |
| Canada | ATN Cricket Plus | ATN Online |
| Australia | Fox Sports, Channel 7 | Kayo Sports |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Sport Now |
| Middle East & North Africa (MENA) | beIN Sports | beIN CONNECT |
| Caribbean | SportsMax | SportsMax App |
| South Africa | SuperSport | DStv App |
| Bangladesh | Gazi TV (GTV) | Rabbithole App |
| Sri Lanka | SLRC Channel Eye | Dialog TV Go |
| Nepal & Bhutan | JioStar Network Channels | JioHotstar |
FAQs
Q. When will LSG vs PBKS IPL 2026 Match 68 be played?
A.
The match will be played on May 23, 2026, at 7:30 PM IST.
Dwijesh
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