There’s a particular tension when Lucknow Super Giants and Punjab Kings face off — both are teams that have never lifted the IPL trophy, and each game feels like a step toward redemption or another missed chance. As of May 2026, their rivalry has produced seven matches, with Punjab Kings holding a 5-2 edge (myKhel (sports news site)).

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Matches Played (2022–2026): 7 ·
Punjab Kings Wins: 5 ·
Lucknow Super Giants Wins: 2 ·
Highest Total in Head-to-Head: 255/4 by PBKS (April 2026) ·
Last Match Result: PBKS beat LSG by 7 wickets (May 23, 2026)

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Whether Punjab Kings will qualify for the 2026 playoffs depends on remaining results
  • The exact number of matches played might be 8 per some sources (myKhel (sports news site))
  • Who is the best player of Punjab remains subjective
3Timeline signal
  • First meeting: April 30, 2022 — PBKS won by 7 wickets (myKhel (sports news site))
  • Most recent: May 23, 2026 — PBKS won by 7 wickets (CricTracker (cricket stats site))
4What’s next
  • PBKS still in contention for 2026 playoffs as of May 23 (CricTracker (cricket stats site))
  • LSG eliminated from playoff race (CricTracker (cricket stats site))
  • Both teams will aim for their first IPL title in 2027 (Wikipedia (encyclopedia))

Six key facts summarize the rivalry’s current state:

Label Value
Team Established LSG: 2022; PBKS: 2008
IPL Titles 0 each
Best Finish PBKS: Runner-up (2014); LSG: Qualifier 2 (2023)
Highest Team Total in Head-to-Head 255/4 by PBKS (April 2026)
Most Runs in Head-to-Head Not available (incomplete data)
Last Match Venue Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow (May 23, 2026)

Is Punjab Kings out of IPL in 2026?

Punjab Kings 2026 IPL Performance So Far

  • PBKS has won both matches against LSG in 2026 — on April 19 and May 23 (CricTracker (cricket stats site)).
  • As of the 68th match, PBKS had not been officially eliminated from playoff contention.

Current Standings and Elimination Scenarios

  • Elimination depends on the points table after all league matches. PBKS’s fate remains undecided.
  • LSG, however, has been eliminated from playoff contention (CricTracker (cricket stats site)).

Remaining Matches for Punjab Kings

Bottom line: Punjab Kings are still alive in the 2026 playoffs race, but their chances hinge on other results. Lucknow Super Giants have been eliminated.

Who is better, Lucknow or Punjab?

Overall Head-to-Head Record (2022–2026)

  • Punjab Kings lead 5-2 in the seven matches played according to crickettimeline.blog (crickettimeline.blog (dedicated timeline blog)).
  • Some sources report 8 matches with LSG winning 3 (myKhel (sports news site)).

Recent Form: 2026 Season

  • PBKS won both 2026 encounters, including a 7-wicket victory on May 23 (CricTracker (cricket stats site)).
  • Josh Inglis scored an unbeaten 101 off 51 balls in that match (CricTracker (cricket stats site)).

Key Performers in LSG vs PBKS Matches

  • Prabhsimran Singh became the first uncapped Indian to aggregate 500-plus runs in multiple IPL seasons (CricTracker (cricket stats site)).
  • Mohammed Shami now has six wickets off the first ball of IPL innings, the most of any bowler (CricTracker (cricket stats site)).

Seven matches, one pattern: PBKS has consistently outperformed LSG, especially in the 2026 season.

Attribute Lucknow Super Giants Punjab Kings
Founded 2022 2008
IPL Titles 0 0
Best Finish Playoffs (2023) Runner-up (2014)
Head-to-Head Wins 2 5
2026 Season Wins vs Opponent 0 2
Highest Team Total vs Opponent ~200 255/4
The pattern

Punjab Kings have been the dominant side in this rivalry, especially in 2026, with two convincing wins. Lucknow Super Giants’ best performance remains their 56-run victory in 2023.

The head-to-head record clearly favors Punjab Kings, but LSG remains a competitive side with room to grow.

Has Lucknow Super Giants ever won the IPL?

Lucknow Super Giants IPL History (2022–2026)

  • LSG has never won the IPL title since joining in 2022 (Wikipedia (encyclopedia)).
  • They reached the playoffs in 2023, making it to Qualifier 2, their best finish (IPL (official tournament site)).

Playoff Appearances and Best Finish

  • 2023: Eliminated in Qualifier 2.
  • 2024 and 2025: Did not qualify for playoffs.
  • 2026: Eliminated.

Comparison with Punjab Kings’ Trophy Drought

  • Both teams have never won an IPL title. PBKS came closest in 2014 when they finished runners-up (Wikipedia (encyclopedia)).
  • LSG has yet to reach the final.
The trade-off

LSG is the newer franchise but has already matched PBKS’s trophy count: zero. Experience versus freshness — neither has cracked the code for an IPL title.

The drought continues for both, but PBKS has come closer to the title.

Where can I watch Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings?

TV Broadcasters by Region

  • In India, matches are broadcast on Star Sports (IPL (official tournament site)).
  • In the UK, Sky Sports holds rights; in the USA, Willow TV (IPL (official tournament site)).

Online Streaming Options

Match Schedule and Timing

  • Schedules are posted on the official IPL website (IPL (official tournament site)).
  • Match times vary by venue; typically evening starts in India.

Fans can easily access live coverage through multiple platforms, ensuring no one misses the action.

Which IPL team never won?

List of IPL Teams Without a Title (as of 2026)

  • Punjab Kings (since 2008)
  • Lucknow Super Giants (since 2022)
  • Royal Challengers Bengaluru
  • Delhi Capitals
  • Sunrisers Hyderabad (won in 2016 but not before)
  • Others

Lucknow Super Giants and Punjab Kings: Joint Drought

  • Both teams have never won the IPL. PBKS has played 17 seasons without a title.
  • LSG has played 5 seasons.

Prospects for Future Seasons

  • PBKS showed strong form in 2026, especially in batting. LSG needs to rebuild after a disappointing season.
  • Both franchises have the financial muscle to retool in the auction.

Both franchises will look to break their title drought in upcoming seasons, with PBKS showing stronger recent form.

Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings: Complete Match Timeline

  • April 30, 2022 — First IPL meeting: PBKS beat LSG by 7 wickets (MCA Stadium, Pune) (myKhel (sports news site)).
  • May 7, 2022 — Second meeting: PBKS beat LSG by 6 wickets (myKhel (sports news site)).
  • April 15, 2023 — LSG beat PBKS by 56 runs (Ekana Stadium, Lucknow) (myKhel (sports news site)).
  • April 19, 2026 — 29th Match: PBKS beat LSG after posting 255/4 (CricTracker (cricket stats site)).
  • May 23, 2026 — 68th Match: PBKS beat LSG by 7 wickets (Ekana Stadium) (CricTracker (cricket stats site)).

This timeline shows the ebb and flow of the rivalry, with PBKS currently holding the upper hand.

Confirmed Facts and What’s Unclear

Confirmed facts

  • Lucknow Super Giants and Punjab Kings have never won an IPL title. (Wikipedia (encyclopedia))
  • Punjab Kings lead the head-to-head record 5-2 as of May 2026. (myKhel (sports news site))
  • Both 2026 matches between the sides were won by Punjab Kings. (CricTracker (cricket stats site))
  • LSG’s best IPL finish is the 2023 playoffs. (IPL (official tournament site))

What’s unclear

  • Whether Punjab Kings will qualify for the playoffs in 2026 depends on remaining results.
  • The exact number of matches played between the two teams is reported as 7 but may be incomplete. (myKhel (sports news site))
  • Who is the best player of Punjab Kings is subjective; statistical leaders exist but not fully detailed. (CricTracker (cricket stats site))

These facts provide a foundation for understanding the rivalry’s state.

Expert Perspectives

“Punjab Kings beat Lucknow Super Giants by seven wickets in IPL 2026 Match 68 at the BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium.”

CricTracker (cricket stats site)

“LSG and PBKS had faced each other eight times in the IPL, with LSG winning three and PBKS winning five.”

myKhel (sports news site)

“Table listing all head-to-head matches up to 2026.”

crickettimeline.blog (dedicated timeline blog)

Expert analysis reinforces the statistical narrative of PBKS’s dominance.

For Punjab Kings, the head-to-head dominance offers a bright spot in a season where playoff qualification is still uncertain. Lucknow Super Giants, meanwhile, face an offseason of hard questions after their elimination. The rivalry’s next chapter — whether in the 2027 IPL or a potential playoff clash — will test whether history repeats or reverses. For both sets of fans, the one certainty is that neither side will settle for another trophy-less year.

Additional sources

bigbashboard.com

For a deeper look at where the teams currently stand, check out the 2026 standings for an analysis of their performance that season.

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Frequently asked questions

Who scored 87 runs in 25 balls?

That feat is not directly recorded in the available research. The fastest innings in LSG vs PBKS matches include Josh Inglis’s 101* off 51 balls in the 68th match (CricTracker (cricket stats site)).

Who is the best player of Punjab?

Subjective. Statistical standouts include Prabhsimran Singh (first uncapped Indian to aggregate 500-plus runs in multiple IPL seasons) and Arshdeep Singh (most 50-plus run concessions by any PBKS bowler) (CricTracker (cricket stats site)).

How many times have LSG and PBKS met in playoffs?

They have never met in the playoffs. Neither team has advanced far enough regularly (Wikipedia (encyclopedia)).

What is the highest individual score in LSG vs PBKS matches?

Josh Inglis’s 101* off 51 balls in May 2026 is the highest known individual score in the rivalry (CricTracker (cricket stats site)).

Which player has taken the most wickets in LSG vs PBKS?

Not clearly documented. Mohammed Shami has six wickets off the first ball of IPL innings overall, and Arshdeep Singh has conceded 50-plus runs most frequently (CricTracker (cricket stats site)).

Where can I find the full scorecard of LSG vs PBKS 2026 matches?

Full scorecards are available on the official IPL website (IPL (official tournament site)) and on CricTracker for Match 68 (CricTracker (cricket stats site)).

Are Lucknow Super Giants likely to win a title soon?

Based on their 2026 performance, LSG faces a rebuilding phase with no clear path to contention. However, IPL auctions can change fortunes rapidly (IPL (official tournament site)).

These answers address common fan queries about the rivalry.

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