LSG vs CSK Toss Update Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch – IPL 2025, Match 30

LSG vs CSK, IPL 2025: Dream11 Predictions For Match 30 [Source: AP Photos]

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will face Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 30th match of the IPL 2025. This match will be played at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, India on April 14 at 7:30 PM IST.

Ahead of the game, here is a look at the Dream11 predictions, the fantasy cricket tips, the pitch report, the top player picks and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.

LSG vs CSK Toss Update

CSK win the toss and they chose to field first

LSG Team Changes: Mitchell Marsh comes in place of Himmat Singh
CSK Team Changes: Shaik Rasheed comes in place of Devon Conway, Jamie Overton in place Ravi Ashwin

Hot Picks for LSG vs CSK Dream11 Team Today

Lucknow Super Giants

Nicholas Pooran

• IPL 2025 Form: 349 Runs in 6 Matches
• LSG's leading run-scorer this season with an exceptional strike rate of 160.83. Nicholas Pooran's ability to dominate spin bowling and finish innings makes him the standout fantasy pick from LSG.

Mitchell Marsh

• IPL 2025 Form: 265 Runs in 6 Matches
• The Australian all-rounder has been in excellent touch with the bat, providing stability in the middle order. Mitchell Marsh's ability to accelerate against both pace and spin makes him a valuable fantasy asset.

Shardul Thakur

• IPL 2025 Form: 12 Wickets in 6 Matches
• LSG's leading wicket-taker this season with an impressive average of 19.50. Shardul Thakur's knack for picking wickets in crucial moments, especially in the middle overs, makes him a must-have for fantasy teams.

Chennai Super Kings

Rachin Ravindra

• IPL 2025 Form: 149 Runs in 6 Matches
• The Kiwi left-hander has been CSK's most consistent batsman this season. Rachin Ravindra's ability to play spin well makes him particularly valuable at the Ekana Stadium where spinners tend to dominate.

Noor Ahmad

• IPL 2025 Form: 12 Wickets in 6 Matches
• The young Afghan spinner has been a revelation for CSK this season, picking up 12 wickets while maintaining a good economy rate. Noor Ahmad's ability to take wickets on spin-friendly tracks makes him a top fantasy pick.

MS Dhoni

• IPL 2025 Form: 104 Runs in 6 Matches
• The veteran finisher has been in vintage form, scoring quick runs in the death overs with a strike rate above 185. MS Dhoni's experience and ability to finish games makes him a valuable fantasy pick, especially at the Ekana Stadium where he has performed well historically.

LSG vs CSK Match 30 Weather And Pitch Today

Weather - The weather in Lucknow is expected to be clear during the match. The temperature will hover around 27°C with no chance of rain. According to AccuWeather, there is 0% chance of precipitation during the game.

Pitch - The Ekana Cricket Stadium pitch in Lucknow has traditionally been on the slower side, assisting spinners as the game progresses. In IPL 2025, the average first innings score at this venue has been 184, with teams managing to chase successfully in 2 out of 3 matches. The boundaries are slightly bigger compared to other IPL venues, making six-hitting more challenging.

Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow - Record Of Chasing Teams

In the three matches played at this venue in IPL 2025, teams batting second have won twice. The average first innings score has been 184, with successful chases being completed with reasonable comfort. The trend suggests that winning the toss and fielding first might be the preferred option at this venue.

LSG vs CSK Match 30 Captain And Vice-captain Picks

LSG vs CSK Match 30 Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

LSG vs CSK, IPL 2025: Dream11 Predictions For Match 30 [Source: @Dream11 App]

Wicketkeepers: MS Dhoni, Nicholas Pooran
Batters: Mitchell Marsh, Shivam Dube, Rachin Ravindra, Ayush Badoni
All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Aiden Markram
Bowlers: Shardul Thakur, Noor Ahmad, Digvesh Singh

Captain: Nicholas Pooran
Vice-captain: Mitchell Marsh

LSG vs CSK Match 30 Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues

LSG vs CSK, IPL 2025: Dream11 Team 2 [Source: @Dream11 App]

Wicketkeepers: MS Dhoni, Nicholas Pooran, Devon Conway
Batters: Mitchell Marsh, Rachin Ravindra
All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Aiden Markram
Bowlers: Shardul Thakur, Khaleel Ahmed, Anshul Kamboj, Noor Ahmad

Captain: Rachin Ravindra
Vice-captain: Aiden Markram

LSG vs CSK Match 30 Expert Advice

Prioritise spinners like Noor Ahmad and batsmen who play spin well such as Nicholas Pooran and Rachin Ravindra for the spin-friendly Ekana pitch. Include in-form players like Mitchell Marsh and Shardul Thakur for a balanced team. Consider differential picks like Digvesh Singh  for an edge. With the larger boundaries, focus on technical batsmen who find gaps rather than pure power-hitters.

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