IPL 2025: GT chase top 2 finish vs LSG as fans slam Rishabh Pant — ‘needs face saving today’

With IPL 2025 entering its final leg, Gujarat Titans will meet Lucknow Super Giants in Match 64 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on May 22, starting at 7:30 PM. Gujarat, led by Shubman Gill, have already secured a playoff berth with 9 wins from 12 matches and are now targeting a top-two finish for the added advantage in the knockout stage. In contrast, Rishabh Pant’s LSG, placed seventh with only five wins from the same number of games, are out of the playoff race and will play to finish their season with pride.

GT hold the edge, but LSG won the last one

Historically, Gujarat Titans have had the upper hand in their six IPL encounters against Lucknow Super Giants, winning four of them. However, the most recent clash earlier in IPL 2025 saw LSG claim a six-wicket win at the Ekana Stadium. With the season nearing its end, LSG will aim to repeat that performance and salvage some pride before heading home.

Conditions in Ahmedabad: Batters' paradise, weather watch on

The Narendra Modi Stadium has consistently offered conditions favourable to batters this season. The ball tends to come on to the bat smoothly, making strokeplay easier. However, new ball bowlers can expect some movement early on if they stick to the right areas. Weather-wise, there is a 25% chance of rain. The temperature is expected to range from a high of 41°C to a low of 29°C. The toss-winning team is likely to opt to bat first.

Social media buzz: Focus on Pant, playoff race, and pride

Social media has been abuzz with reactions ahead of the GT vs LSG match. One user summed up the stakes: “Race for Top 2 has started, GT will fight to add 2 points to secure TOP 2 spot today. LSG already out of season needs face saving today. Most importantly Rishabh Pant needs to prove his worth to LSG.”

Another netizen pointed to Pant’s struggles with a sharp remark: “Rishabh Pant really need Yograj Singh.”?

Meanwhile, a third user offered a glimpse into the team’s mindset: “Rishabh Pant highlights maintaining a positive mindset, praising the strong team atmosphere and focused mentality within the LSG camp.”

As Gujarat chase a top-two finish, all eyes will be on Pant to end LSG’s campaign with a fighting spirit.

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