Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Standings, Timeline and Head to Head

The contest between Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru has already grown into perhaps the most exciting rivalry in IPL this season. The two sides have faced each other in some exciting IPL matches since LSG’s entry into the league in 2022, including high-scoring chases, eliminators and nail-biting finishes. Royal Challengers Bengaluru adds experience, star power, and a giant fanbase, whereas Lucknow Super Giants is already a proper franchise in such a short time. The famous IPL 2022 Eliminator being followed by close finishes in the years 2025 and 2026 has seen LSG vs RCB going to a newer height, making this rivalry one of the famous modern battles of the league

Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Standings

Lucknow Super Giants have been one of the most consistent franchises since IPL 2022, always in the playoffs conversation. Royal Challengers Bengaluru, meanwhile, has had a mixed bag by way of roasted and simmering seasons before finally getting over the line in recent times. A look at the standings-side comparison of both teams that quickly advertises how competitive this rivalry has become since 2023 began.

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Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Timeline 2022 to 2026

Since then, Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru have been rivals on the IPL stage after LSG came into existence as a fresh franchise for IPL 2022. The Lucknow franchise in spite of being newcomers have been balanced with fierce bowling and explosive batting. In their inaugural season, they qualified for the playoffs but lost to RCB in the Eliminator. Rajat Patidar’s epic hundred that saw Bengaluru knock out Lucknow from a high-pressure knockout match, drew the first point of major writing in this rivalry.

Then the rivalry heated up again in IPL 2023 between them with one of the greatest matches ever played in IPL history at Chinnaswamy Stadium. Match 18 of IPL season brought us a massive chase at its very last ball thriller, and Lucknow players celebrated hard on the ground. This where another controversial moment took center stage as a post-match face-off involving Virat Kohli, Naveen-ul-Haq and Gautam Gambhir made headlines for the Lucknow return fixture too. That was the season which made this fixture from a regular match in IPL to an engaging, epic feud that fans across India will follow with electrifying excitement.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru gained some momentum back into the rivalry in 2024. Lucknow were in a middle-order muddle through the course of the tournament, whereas Rajasthan’s batting unit appeared to be far more settled and aggressive. Stringent performance from RCB led them to the playoff berth, and failure to win consistently saw LSG down there on the table. However, it was a seasoned core complemented by an improving bowling attack that won Bengaluru the close call in key matches.

IPL 2025 was one of the best seasons for fans of Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Finally a true championship contender after dominating the league stage. And their domination of Lucknow Super Giants this season included a long-established record chase and even bigger hits. On the other hand Lucknow remained competitive but lacked finishing capability and could not challenge the absence of finishing ki taja as bhari koi badhi nazar aa rahi thi. The difference then became the balanced RCB squad and their knack to finish matches strongly as compared to KKR.

Another exciting chapter in this rivalry was added for the 2026 season. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) vs Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Earlier this season, RCB made light work of Lucknow at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. A superb bowling performance from Josh Hazlewood and Rasikh Salam led the home side to victory over Lucknow with almost 30 balls to spare. But the tables turned later at Ekana Stadium, where Lucknow were able to chase down a modest target on an innings affected by rain thanks to Mitchell Marsh powering LSG over the line. These fluctuations in momentum showcase how uncertain yet competitive this South Indian derby has come to be in modern-day IPL cricket.

LSG vs RCB Head to Head

The rivalry is the youngest on this list, but Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru have been involved in some classic moments both relating to playoff finishes since LSG joined IPL. Overall, RCB holds a slender lead in the head-to-head record.

Upcoming Matches of Lucknow Super Giants for IPL 2026

• vs Chennai Super Kings–  May 10
• vs Chennai Super Kings-  May 15
• vs Rajasthan Royals–  May 19
• vs Punjab Kings– May 23

Upcoming Matches of Royal Challengers Bengaluru for IPL 2026

• vs Mumbai Indians–  May 10
• vs Kolkata Knight Riders– May 13
• vs Punjab Kings- May 17
• vs Sunrisers Hyderabad– May 22

LSG vs RCB Last 5 Matches Result

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Conclusion

Lucknow Super Giants rivalry with Royal Challengers Bengaluru has turned out to be among the most entertaining contests of the IPL. Although LSG are new to the tournament, they have shown their strength against one of the biggest teams in the competition. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are leavding the head-to-head record currently, but Lucknow have proven can be a challenge for RCB and a team which RCB can lose to in pressure situations. The LSG vs RCB rivalry, centre-stitched with zeal star players and riveting finishes is destined to grow even bigger in the upcoming IPL seasons.

FAQs

Who leads the LSG vs RCB head-to-head record?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru currently lead the rivalry with 4 wins compared to Lucknow Super Giants’ 3 wins.

When did Lucknow Super Giants join the IPL?

Lucknow Super Giants joined the Indian Premier League in 2022 as a new franchise team.

Which was the most famous LSG vs RCB match?

The IPL 2023 clash at Chinnaswamy Stadium is considered one of the most famous matches because LSG chased a huge target in a last-ball thriller.

Which team performed better in IPL 2025?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru had the stronger 2025 season, finishing near the top of the standings and dominating several important matches.

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