The Punjab Kings (PBKS) face a must-win battle against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Match 68 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium on Saturday, 23 May.
After starting the season with seven straight wins, Punjab is now on the brink of playoff elimination following a shocking six-game losing streak. To keep their top-four hopes alive, Shreyas Iyer’s men must defeat the already-eliminated LSG squad.
Lucknow’s batting brings strong momentum after Mitchell Marsh smashed a fiery 96 in their last game, but they must halt Punjab’s explosive opening duo of Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh, who both carry strike rates above 211. PBKS had a commanding 54-run victory earlier this season against PBKS. While Punjab fights for tournament survival, Lucknow will want to finish their campaign on a high note.
Here is the strongest predicted PBKS XI for Match 68 vs LSG:
Top order: Prabhsimran Singh (Impact), Priyansh Arya, Cooper Connolly,
This is easily one of the most explosive top-order batting line-ups in the league. Priyansh Arya and Prabhsiran Singh have already showcased their ability with the bat as a pair. They can thrash any bowling line-up in the powerplay. Aussie youngster Cooper Connolly has been a revelation for them this season. One thing is clear: if PBKS wants to snap their six-match losing streak, these three need to fire.