The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are set to host the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) onĀ Sunday 26 April 2026, in a pivotal Match 38 of the Indian Premier League. TheĀ LSG vs KKR IPL 2026 fixture, held at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, carries significant weight for both sides as they struggle to climb from the bottom of the points table. With the toss scheduled for 19:00 IST and play commencing at 19:30 IST, both teams are in a 'must-win' situation to keep their playoff hopes alive.Ā You can find the Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders match scorecard here.Ā 

LSGĀ vsĀ KKR Match Schedule and Timing

The match is scheduled to take place in Jaipur, with a significant crowd expected to support the home side.

  • Fixture:Ā  Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders (Match 38)

  • Date:Ā Sunday,Ā 26 April 2026

  • Venue:Ā Ekana Stadium in Lucknow

  • Toss Time:Ā 7:00 IST (01:30 GMT)

  • Match Start:Ā 7:30 IST (02:00 GMT)

How to WatchĀ LSG vs KKR Live Streaming Online

In India, the official digital rights for the 2026 season are held byĀ JioHotstarĀ (the unified platform following the Disney-Reliance merger).Ā Fans can stream every ball live on theĀ JioHotstar appĀ and website.

For international viewers, the streaming options vary by region:

  • United Kingdom:Ā Matches are available via theĀ Sky GoĀ app for Sky Sports subscribers.

  • United States & Canada:Ā Live streaming is provided byĀ Willow TV, available through platforms likeĀ Sling TV.

  • Australia:Ā Kayo SportsĀ andĀ Foxtel GoĀ will broadcast the match live.

LSGĀ vs KKRĀ Free Telecast and TV Channels

Television viewers in India can tune in to theĀ Star Sports Network, which provides coverage in English, Hindi, and several regional languages, including Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada.Ā Sanju Samson Completes 5000 IPL Runs, Achieves Milestone During CSK vs GT Match.

Match Fact

Category Details
Fixture Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders
Date Sunday, 26 April 2026
Kick-off Time 19:30 IST (14:00 GMT / 15:00 BST)
Venue Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Live Stream (India) JioHotstar
TV Channel (India) Star Sports Network
Live Stream (UK) Sky Go / NOW TV
Head-to-Head LSG 5 ā€“ 2 KKR

Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders Match Preview

Both franchises enter this encounter under immense pressure. The Lucknow Super Giants, led by Rishabh Pant, are currently enduring a difficult four-match losing streak. Despite the advantage of playing on their home turf, LSGā€™s batting unit has struggled to adapt to the idiosyncratic bounce of the Ekana surface this season.

Kolkata Knight Riders arrive in Lucknow buoyed by a recent victory that ended a dismal six-match winless run. Historically, LSG have dominated this head-to-head rivalry, winning five of their seven previous encounters. However, KKR will look to exploit the slow, spin-friendly conditions with their seasoned bowling attack.

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