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The Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad timeline highlights an exciting Indian Premier League rivalry featuring successful run chases, powerful batting performances and dramatic changes in momentum. Since Lucknow Super Giants joined the IPL in 2022, the two teams have played several memorable matches.
Lucknow Super Giants, commonly known as LSG, made a strong start by winning their first three encounters against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Hyderabad responded with a dominant victory in 2024 and another important win in 2025. The teams shared their two matches in the 2025 season before LSG secured a five-wicket victory in their latest meeting in April 2026.
Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Head-to-Head Record
Through their latest meeting on 5 April 2026, Lucknow Super Giants and Sunrisers Hyderabad have played seven IPL matches against each other.
| Head-to-head statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Total matches | 7 |
| Lucknow Super Giants wins | 5 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad wins | 2 |
| Tied matches | 0 |
| No-result matches | 0 |
| First meeting | 4 April 2022 |
| Latest meeting | 5 April 2026 |
| Leading team | Lucknow Super Giants |
LSG have won five of the seven matches, giving them a clear advantage in the head-to-head record. SRH have two victories, including their memorable ten-wicket win in 2024.
The rivalry is still relatively young compared with older IPL matchups. Nevertheless, the teams have already produced a variety of results, from narrow wins to commanding chases.
Complete Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Timeline
The following table lists every completed IPL meeting between the teams through April 2026.
| Date | Season | Match result | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 April 2022 | IPL 2022 | LSG 169/7; SRH 157/9 | LSG by 12 runs |
| 7 April 2023 | IPL 2023 | LSG 127/5; SRH 121/8 | LSG by 5 wickets |
| 13 May 2023 | IPL 2023 | SRH 182/6; LSG 185/3 | LSG by 7 wickets |
| 8 May 2024 | IPL 2024 | LSG 165/4; SRH 167/0 | SRH by 10 wickets |
| 27 March 2025 | IPL 2025 | SRH 190/9; LSG 193/5 | LSG by 5 wickets |
| 19 May 2025 | IPL 2025 | LSG 205/7; SRH 206/4 | SRH by 6 wickets |
| 5 April 2026 | IPL 2026 | SRH 156/9; LSG 160/5 | LSG by 5 wickets |
The timeline shows that LSG won the first three encounters before SRH broke their winning streak in 2024. The two teams then exchanged victories in 2025, while Lucknow won the latest match in 2026.
2022: Lucknow Super Giants Win the First Encounter
The first match between Lucknow Super Giants and Sunrisers Hyderabad took place on 4 April 2022 at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai.
LSG batted first and scored 169/7 in 20 overs. SRH struggled to keep pace with the required run rate and finished on 157/9. Lucknow won by 12 runs.
| Match detail | Score |
|---|---|
| Lucknow Super Giants | 169/7 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 157/9 |
| Result | LSG won by 12 runs |
The victory established LSG as a competitive opponent in their debut IPL season. Defending a total of 169 required disciplined bowling and regular wickets, and Lucknow managed to prevent Hyderabad from completing the chase.
The opening result also set the tone for the rivalry, which would later feature several close contests and successful run chases.
2023: LSG Complete a Season Double
The 2023 IPL season featured two matches between Lucknow Super Giants and Sunrisers Hyderabad. LSG won both games, extending their early dominance.
First Match: LSG Win by Five Wickets
The teams met on 7 April 2023 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. SRH scored 121/8, but LSG reached 127/5 and won by five wickets.
Hyderabad’s batting struggled to build a substantial total. Lucknow’s bowlers restricted the opposition, leaving the home side with a manageable chase.
LSG completed the target with enough wickets remaining to secure their second victory over SRH.
Second Match: LSG Win by Seven Wickets
The return match took place in Hyderabad on 13 May 2023. SRH improved their batting performance and scored 182/6 in 20 overs.
LSG chased the target successfully, reaching 185/3 in 19.2 overs to win by seven wickets.
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 182/6 |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 185/3 |
| Result | LSG won by 7 wickets |
The successful chase demonstrated Lucknow’s ability to handle a total above 180. Winning both games in 2023 gave LSG four victories from their first four meetings with Hyderabad.
2024: Sunrisers Hyderabad Record a Ten-Wicket Victory
The teams met once during the 2024 IPL season, on 8 May at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.
Lucknow Super Giants batted first and scored 165/4. The total offered SRH a realistic target, but the manner in which Hyderabad chased it made the match particularly memorable.
SRH reached 167/0 in only 9.4 overs, winning by ten wickets. Their openers attacked from the beginning and completed the chase without losing a wicket.
| Match detail | Score |
|---|---|
| Lucknow Super Giants | 165/4 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 167/0 |
| Result | SRH won by 10 wickets |
This was one of the most dominant results in the rivalry. It ended LSG’s unbeaten run against SRH and showed the destructive potential of Hyderabad’s top order.
The victory was also a reminder that even a competitive first-innings total can be chased quickly when the opening batters establish a strong partnership.
2025: Both Teams Win One Match
The 2025 IPL season made the rivalry more competitive, with each team winning one of their two meetings.
First Match: LSG Win by Five Wickets
The first meeting of the season took place on 27 March 2025 in Hyderabad. SRH scored 190/9, giving LSG a demanding chase.
Lucknow reached 193/5 in 16.1 overs and won by five wickets. The chase was an impressive response to a total close to 200 and gave LSG another victory at SRH’s home ground.
Second Match: SRH Win by Six Wickets
The teams met again on 19 May 2025 in Lucknow. LSG scored 205/7 in 20 overs, putting SRH under pressure to deliver a strong batting performance.
Hyderabad successfully chased the target, finishing on 206/4 in 18.2 overs. SRH won by six wickets.
| Match detail | Score |
|---|---|
| Lucknow Super Giants | 205/7 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 206/4 |
| Result | SRH won by 6 wickets |
The result was notable because SRH chased a total above 200 away from home. It also demonstrated that the teams could exchange victories regardless of venue.
Their split results in 2025 helped keep the rivalry competitive after LSG’s early dominance.
2026: Lucknow Win a Close Match in Hyderabad
The latest meeting took place on 5 April 2026 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.
SRH batted first but lost early wickets. Heinrich Klaasen and Nitish Kumar Reddy helped rebuild the innings with a 116-run partnership for the fifth wicket. Hyderabad eventually finished on 156/9 in 20 overs.
Mohammed Shami was particularly effective for LSG, taking 2/9 in four overs. His early breakthroughs put Hyderabad under pressure, while Lucknow’s bowling unit restricted the opposition in the closing overs.
LSG began the chase positively through Aiden Markram, who scored 45 off 27 balls. Rishabh Pant then guided the innings, finishing unbeaten on 68 from 50 deliveries.
Lucknow reached 160/5 in 19.5 overs, winning by five wickets with one ball remaining. Pant’s composed innings was crucial in a tense finish, and Shami was named Player of the Match.
| Match detail | Score |
|---|---|
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 156/9 |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 160/5 |
| Result | LSG won by 5 wickets |
| Player of the Match | Mohammed Shami |
The win gave LSG their fifth victory in seven meetings and extended their advantage in the overall head-to-head record.
Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad: Biggest Wins
The rivalry includes both a narrow defensive win and a dominant chase.
| Team | Memorable victory | Winning margin |
|---|---|---|
| Lucknow Super Giants | First meeting in 2022 | 12 runs |
| Lucknow Super Giants | Second match in 2023 | 7 wickets |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | Match in 2024 | 10 wickets |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | Return match in 2025 | 6 wickets |
LSG’s seven-wicket victory in Hyderabad in 2023 was one of their most convincing successful chases. SRH’s ten-wicket win in 2024 was even more emphatic because they reached the target without losing a wicket.
The six-wicket victory in May 2025 was also important for Hyderabad, as they chased more than 200 against Lucknow.
Highest Team Scores in LSG vs SRH Matches
The matchup has produced several substantial totals, particularly during the 2025 season.
| Team score | Team | Season |
|---|---|---|
| 206/4 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 2025 |
| 205/7 | Lucknow Super Giants | 2025 |
| 193/5 | Lucknow Super Giants | 2025 |
| 190/9 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 2025 |
| 185/3 | Lucknow Super Giants | 2023 |
SRH’s 206/4 is the highest successful chase in the rivalry through April 2026. LSG’s 205/7 in the same season also demonstrated their ability to post a challenging total.
These results highlight the importance of batting depth and finishing strongly in the final overs. In T20 cricket, totals above 190 can still be chased if the batting side maintains a high scoring rate and preserves wickets.
Leading Batters in Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Matches
Several batters have produced important performances in this matchup. Nicholas Pooran has been especially influential for LSG, while Heinrich Klaasen and Abhishek Sharma have contributed significantly for SRH.
| Batter | Team | Runs in the rivalry |
|---|---|---|
| Nicholas Pooran | LSG | 253 |
| Heinrich Klaasen | SRH | 182 |
| Abhishek Sharma | SRH | 160 |
| Aiden Markram | LSG/SRH | 147 |
| Travis Head | SRH | 143 |
| KL Rahul | LSG | 132 |
| Mitchell Marsh | LSG | 131 |
Nicholas Pooran leads the matchup’s run-scoring list in the available head-to-head statistics. His aggressive batting and ability to accelerate in the middle and final overs have made him an important player for Lucknow.
Heinrich Klaasen and Abhishek Sharma have also been key contributors for Hyderabad. Their ability to attack spin and pace can help SRH turn a competitive total into a winning one.
Player statistics can change with future matches, so the figures above reflect the rivalry through the April 2026 meeting.
Leading Bowlers in the Rivalry
Bowlers have influenced the outcome through early wickets, economical spells and strong performances at the death.
| Bowler | Team | Wickets in the rivalry |
|---|---|---|
| Avesh Khan | LSG | 8 |
| Krunal Pandya | LSG | 7 |
| Shardul Thakur | LSG | 5 |
| Digvesh Rathi | LSG | 4 |
| Jason Holder | LSG | 3 |
| Mohammed Shami | LSG | 3 |
Avesh Khan leads the wicket-taking list in the available matchup statistics, with eight wickets. Krunal Pandya’s seven wickets also highlight the value of spin and variations in T20 cricket.
Mohammed Shami’s performance in the April 2026 match was another example of how an effective bowling spell can set up a successful chase. His figures of 2/9 helped restrict SRH to 156/9.
Venue Record: Hyderabad, Lucknow and Navi Mumbai
The teams have met at three venues in their seven completed IPL matches.
| Venue | Matches | LSG wins | SRH wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Hyderabad has hosted the largest number of meetings. Despite SRH playing at home, LSG have won three of the four matches played at the venue through April 2026.
The Ekana Cricket Stadium has produced one win for each side, while the first meeting in Navi Mumbai went to Lucknow.
Venue records are useful for understanding historical trends, but they do not determine future outcomes. Pitch conditions, team selection, player availability and the toss can all affect a match.
Conclusion
The Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad timeline shows how the rivalry has developed since 2022. LSG won the first four seasons’ early encounters before SRH claimed a dominant ten-wicket victory in 2024. The teams shared their matches in 2025, and Lucknow won the latest game in April 2026 by five wickets.
Across seven meetings, LSG lead the head-to-head record 5–2. Nicholas Pooran has been a major batting contributor, while Avesh Khan and Krunal Pandya have featured among the leading wicket-takers.
With both teams capable of strong batting performances and match-changing bowling spells, future IPL encounters could add further memorable moments to this relatively young rivalry.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When did Lucknow Super Giants and Sunrisers Hyderabad first play each other?
The teams first met on 4 April 2022 at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. LSG won by 12 runs after scoring 169/7 and restricting SRH to 157/9.
2. Who leads the LSG vs SRH head-to-head record?
Lucknow Super Giants lead the rivalry with five wins, while Sunrisers Hyderabad have won two of their seven completed IPL meetings through April 2026.
3. What was the biggest victory in LSG vs SRH history?
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s ten-wicket victory in May 2024 was the most dominant win by wickets. They chased LSG’s 165/4 by reaching 167/0 in only 9.4 overs.
4. Who won the latest Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad match?
Lucknow Super Giants won on 5 April 2026 by five wickets. SRH scored 156/9, and LSG reached 160/5 in 19.5 overs.
5. Who is the leading run-scorer in LSG vs SRH matches?
Nicholas Pooran leads the available head-to-head run-scoring statistics with 253 runs through the April 2026 meeting.
