LSG vs RR Live Streaming Online and Free Telecast, IPL 2026
In their six previous encounters, Rajasthan Royals have emerged victorious on four occasions, while Lucknow have won twice. Notably, Lucknow's last win against the Royals was a narrow two-run victory in the 2025 season.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are set to host Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Match 32 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 on Wednesday, 22 April. While the visitors aim to solidify their position in the top four, the Super Giants are desperate for a victory to move away from the bottom of the points table. The historical record favours the visitors. In their six previous encounters, Rajasthan Royals have emerged victorious on four occasions, while Lucknow have won twice. Notably, Lucknow's last win against the Royals was a narrow two-run victory in the 2025 season. You can follow Lucknow Super Giants vs Rajasthan Royals match scorecard here.
LSG vs RR Match Schedule and Timing
The match is scheduled to take place under the floodlights in Lucknow, with a significant crowd expected at the world's largest cricket stadium.
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Fixture: Lucknow Super Giants vs Rajasthan Royals (Match 32)
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Date: Wednesday, 22 April 2026
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Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
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Toss Time: 19:00 IST (13:30 GMT)
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Match Start: 19:30 IST (14:00 GMT)
How to Watch LSG vs RR Live Streaming Online
In India, the official digital rights for the 2026 season are held by JioHotstar (the unified platform following the Disney-Reliance merger). Fans can stream every ball live on the JioHotstar app and website.
For international viewers, the streaming options vary by region:
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United Kingdom: Matches are available via the Sky Go app for Sky Sports subscribers.
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United States & Canada: Live streaming is provided by Willow TV, available through platforms like Sling TV.
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Australia: Kayo Sports and Foxtel Go will broadcast the match live.
LSG vs RR Free Telecast and TV Channels
Television viewers in India can tune in to the Star Sports Network, which provides coverage in English, Hindi, and several regional languages, including Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada. IPL 2026 Points Table With Net Run-Rate: PBKS Maintain Undefeated Streak; KKR Earn First Win.
LSG vs RR Match Preview
While there is no official "free" telecast on national terrestrial channels, certain mobile service providers in India offer complimentary access to JioHotstar through specific prepaid and postpaid data plans. Additionally, fans in select MENA countries (including the UAE and Saudi Arabia) can access a free stream via the Cricbuzz app.
Rajasthan Royals enter this fixture as the clear favourites. Currently sitting in fourth place with four wins from six matches, Sanju Samson's side has displayed balanced performances in both departments. Openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Jos Buttler have been instrumental in providing brisk starts, while the spin duo of Ravichandran Ashwin and Yuzvendra Chahal continues to restrict scoring in the middle overs.
Lucknow Super Giants, conversely, are enduring a difficult campaign. Placed ninth in the standings with just two wins, the team has struggled for consistency. Captain KL Rahul has shouldered much of the batting burden, but the middle order has yet to fire collectively. The bowling unit will need to exploit the typically slow conditions of the Ekana surface to unsettle the aggressive Rajasthan batting line-up.
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