Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) vs Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Match Scorecard- IPL 2025

RCB vs LSG: Head-to-Head Battle – Stats, Records & Memorable Moments

Table of Contents

• Introduction
• Head-to-Head Overview
• Match Summary
• Score card
• Key Performances
  • Royal Challengers Bengaluru
  • Lucknow Super Giants
• Statistical Breakdown
• Off-Field Drama & Fan Moments
• Final Thoughts

🏏 Introduction: A New-Age IPL Rivalry

In a league dominated by legacy teams and decade-old rivalries, the clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) has rapidly gained attention as one of the most thrilling modern-day rivalries in the IPL. Despite LSG being a relatively new entrant to the IPL fold, the matches between these two franchises have been nothing short of spectacular — filled with power-hitting, intense finishes, dramatic turnarounds, and a fair share of off-field drama.

Since their first face-off in 2022, RCB vs LSG encounters have become synonymous with high-octane cricket, personal battles, and memorable moments that fans can’t stop talking about. This blog dives deep into their head-to-head stats, standout records, and unforgettable matches that define this fiery new-age rivalry.

🔢 Head-to-Head Overview

As of May 2025, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Lucknow Super Giants have played 6 official IPL matches against each other.

Team Matches Played Wins Losses
RCB 6 4 2
LSG 6 2 4

RCB holds the upper hand with four wins, but both sides have had their share of glory. LSG has proven to be a tough opponent, especially in high-stakes scenarios. The head-to-head stats only tell half the story — the intensity of these matches is what makes this rivalry iconic.

Match Summary

Venue: Ekana Stadium, Lucknow

Result: Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by 6 wickets

Lucknow Super Giants: 227/3 (20 overs)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: 230/4 (18.4 overs)

Player of the Match: Jitesh Sharma (85 runs off 33 balls)

Scorecard

Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Lucknow Super Giants:

Key Performances

Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Jitesh Sharma: 85 runs (33 balls) – Player of the Match

Virat Kohli: 54 runs (30 balls)

Lucknow Super Giants

Rishabh Pant: 118 runs (61 balls)

Mitchell Marsh: 67 runs (37 balls)

📊 Statistical Breakdown

🏏 Team Records
Highest Team Total (RCB): 231/4

Highest Team Total (LSG): 213/9

Lowest Team Total (RCB): 67 all out

Lowest Team Total (LSG): 104 all out

RCB, known for its batting firepower, holds the highest total in this rivalry — a massive 231-run blitz showcasing their deep batting lineup.

🧍‍♂ Top Individual Performers
🔥 Most Runs in RCB vs LSG Clashes
Player Team Runs Scored
Faf du Plessis RCB 238
KL Rahul LSG 147
Rajat Patidar RCB 141
Marcus Stoinis LSG 123
Virat Kohli RCB 112

Highest Individual Score: Rajat Patidar – 112 off 54 balls* in the 2022 Eliminator

🎯 Most Wickets
Bowler Team Wickets
Josh Hazlewood RCB 9
Mohammed Siraj RCB 7
Harshal Patel RCB 6
Mayank Yadav LSG 5

RCB pacers have dominated the rivalry with their discipline and aggression. Hazlewood, Siraj, and Harshal have been match-winners on multiple occasions.

🌟 Memorable Matches
⚔ 1. IPL 2022 Eliminator – Patidar’s Masterclass
One of the most memorable knockout games in recent history. Batting first, RCB were under pressure until Rajat Patidar delivered a performance of a lifetime, smashing an unbeaten 112 off 54 balls. His elegant yet powerful innings took RCB to 207/4. Despite KL Rahul and Deepak Hooda’s fightback, LSG fell short by 14 runs.

➡ Result: RCB won by 14 runs
🏅 Player of the Match: Rajat Patidar (112*)

⚔ 2. IPL 2023 Thriller – 1-Wicket Finish
A heart-stopping contest that had fans on the edge of their seats. RCB posted a solid 212, with key contributions from du Plessis and Maxwell. LSG, in reply, found themselves needing 28 off 12 balls. Nicholas Pooran launched a furious assault with a 15-ball 50, and eventually, Avesh Khan and Mark Wood scrambled a bye off the last ball to clinch a historic 1-wicket win.

➡ Result: LSG won by 1 wicket
🏅 Player of the Match: Nicholas Pooran

⚔ 3. IPL 2024 – Quinton de Kock’s Dominance
In a rare instance of RCB getting dominated, Quinton de Kock blazed to 81 runs off 45 balls, giving LSG a strong total of 198. RCB’s chase never gained momentum, thanks to Mayank Yadav’s fiery spell of 3/14, dismissing key batters early. RCB collapsed and lost by 28 runs.

➡ Result: LSG won by 28 runs
🏅 Player of the Match: Mayank Yadav

⚔ 4. IPL 2025 Showdown – RCB’s Greatest Chase
In one of the highest-scoring thrillers of the season, LSG posted 228/5, with Stoinis and KL Rahul leading the charge. RCB responded with confidence, as Virat Kohli played an anchor role (54 off 36), while Jitesh Sharma stunned everyone with an aggressive 85 off 39 balls. RCB chased it down with 3 balls to spare, sparking celebrations in Bengaluru and sealing their spot in Qualifier 1.

➡ Result: RCB won by 5 wickets
🏅 Player of the Match: Jitesh Sharma

💥 Off-Field Drama & Fan Moments

Kohli’s Fire: Virat Kohli’s post-match celebrations, on-field intensity, and passionate fist-pumps have fueled this rivalry, especially during tight wins.

Anushka’s Reactions: The camera caught Anushka Sharma cheering nervously and emotionally during RCB’s big chases, which went viral instantly.

Mallya’s Tweet: After RCB’s huge 2025 win, Vijay Mallya tweeted, “The Royals are back,” igniting fan debates on social media.

📌 Final Thoughts

While it may not have the history of CSK vs MI or RCB vs KKR, the RCB vs LSG rivalry is rapidly becoming a fan favorite. The blend of explosive batting, young talent, and fierce competition makes it a perfect IPL spectacle. Each match adds a new chapter — sometimes filled with drama, sometimes with brilliance, and always with heart-pounding entertainment.

Whether you’re an RCB loyalist or an LSG fan hoping for redemption, one thing is certain: this rivalry is here to stay.

💬 What Do You Think?

Which RCB vs LSG moment is your favorite?
Who do you think has the upper hand going forward — experience (RCB) or youthful aggression (LSG)?
Comment below and join the conversation!