PBKS vs LSG Dream11 Team Today second IPL match is here — Punjab Kings take on Lucknow Super Giants in Match 29 of IPL 2026 at the New International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh (Mullanpur), and this is a fixture that has massive Dream11 fantasy cricket potential. Punjab are the table-toppers on a stunning unbeaten run. Lucknow are in a fight for survival, sitting in the middle of a congested lower half of the table.
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For fantasy cricket players across India, this is the Dream11 team guide you need before the 7:30 PM IST toss. Two complete team combinations, captain and vice-captain picks, player analysis based on IPL 2026 form, and the strategic choices that separate the winners from the rest.
Today’s IPL Match Details – PBKS vs LSG (Match 29)
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | PBKS vs LSG, IPL 2026, Match 29 |
| Date | Sunday, April 19, 2026 |
| Start Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Toss Time | 7:00 PM IST |
| Venue | New International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh (Mullanpur) |
| Live TV | Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 1 Hindi |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar App & Website |
PBKS vs LSG Pitch Report – Mullanpur Venue Stats
What Kind of Surface Is Mullanpur?
The New International Cricket Stadium at Mullanpur is a batting-friendly surface that heavily favours the chasing team. The numbers at this venue tell a clear story: teams batting second win 80% of the time, while teams batting first have managed just a 20% success rate. This is one of the most chase-friendly venues in IPL 2026, and the toss will be a decisive factor tonight.
Punjab Kings have actually batted second in every single game this season — and won all four of them. This is not a coincidence. Shreyas Iyer’s side have mastered the art of chasing at this venue, winning their last two games with 6 and 7 wickets in hand. When they chase, they dismantle totals.
H3: Mullanpur Venue Stats – Dream11 Fantasy Impact
| Stat | Number |
|---|---|
| Batting first win % | 20% |
| Batting second win % | 80% |
| Pitch type | Batting friendly |
| Bowling support | Pacers |
| Average 1st innings score | Competitive (165–175 range) |
Fantasy Impact: Top-order batters for the chasing team carry the highest fantasy ceiling tonight. If Punjab chase (as expected), Prabhsimran Singh, Shreyas Iyer, and Mitchell Marsh are your safest bets. Pacers who operate in the powerplay — Arshdeep Singh and Prince Yadav — are the top bowling picks regardless of which team bowls first.
H2: IPL 2026 Points Table – Match Context
| # | Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Punjab (PUN) | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 9 | +1.067 |
| 2 | Bengaluru (BLR) | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 8 | +1.171 |
| 3 | Rajasthan (RAJ) | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 8 | +0.889 |
| 4 | Hyderabad (HYD) | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 6 | +0.566 |
| 5 | Delhi (DEL) | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 6 | +0.31 |
| 6 | Gujarat (GUJ) | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 6 | +0.018 |
| 7 | Chennai (CHE) | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 4 | -0.78 |
| 8 | Lucknow (LKN) | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 4 | -0.804 |
| 9 | Mumbai (MUM) | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 2 | -1.076 |
| 10 | Kolkata (KOL) | 6 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 1 | -1.149 |
Punjab are the only unbeaten team in the competition. Lucknow sit 8th and desperately need a win to keep their playoff hopes alive. This match is must-win for LSG.
H2: Today’s Playing 11 – PBKS vs LSG IPL 2026
H3: PBKS Probable Playing 11 Today
Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Harpreet Brar / Vijaykumar Vyshak, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Prayas Ray Barman
H3: LSG Probable Playing 11 Today
Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Abdul Samad, Himmat Singh, George Linde / Mayank Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Avesh Khan, Prince Yadav
⚠️ IMPORTANT FANTASY NOTE: Rishabh Pant was struck on his left elbow and retired hurt in the previous match against RCB. His availability for today’s game is under a cloud. Check the toss announcement carefully before finalising your Dream11 team. If Pant is ruled out, shift his credits to another safe wicketkeeper pick.
PBKS vs LSG Dream11 Player Analysis – Who to Pick Tonight
H3: Wicketkeepers – Dream11 Options
Prabhsimran Singh – SAFE PICK
Punjab’s most consistent performer this season. Explosive starts + high strike rate make him a must-have.
Rishabh Pant – RISKY PREMIUM
If he plays, he becomes a top captaincy option. But injury risk makes him a toss-dependent pick.
H3: Batters – Dream11 Picks
Shreyas Iyer – CAPTAIN CHOICE (SAFE)
Punjab skipper is in red-hot form with consistent runs. Plays the anchor role and finishes games.
Mitchell Marsh – HIGH IMPACT PLAYER
Opens the innings and can dominate powerplay. Huge upside on batting-friendly pitch.
Priyansh Arya – DIFFERENTIAL PICK
Young opener with aggressive intent. Ideal for Grand League teams.
Ayush Badoni – VALUE PICK
Reliable middle-order batter who can stabilize innings.
H3: All-Rounders – Dream11 Picks
Aiden Markram – TOP ALL-ROUNDER
Opens + bowls off-spin. Provides dual fantasy value.
Marcus Stoinis – FINISHER OPTION
Can score quick runs and chip in with the ball.
Marco Jansen – X-FACTOR
Adds balance with bounce + lower-order hitting.
H3: Bowlers – Dream11 Picks
Arshdeep Singh – MUST PICK
Powerplay specialist + death overs = high wicket potential.
Yuzvendra Chahal – EXPERIENCE FACTOR
Even on batting tracks, his wicket-taking ability matters.
Prince Yadav – BUDGET STAR
One of the best emerging bowlers this season.
Avesh Khan – DEATH OVER BOWLER
Picks wickets in crucial overs.
H2: PBKS vs LSG Dream11 Team Today – 2 Best Combinations
H3: Dream11 Team 1 – Safe Team
Captain: Shreyas Iyer
Vice-Captain: Mitchell Marsh
- WK: Prabhsimran Singh, Rishabh Pant (if fit)
- BAT: Iyer (C), Marsh (VC), Arya, Badoni
- AR: Markram, Stoinis
- BOWL: Arshdeep, Chahal, Prince
H3: Dream11 Team 2 – Grand League Team
Captain: Prabhsimran Singh
Vice-Captain: Aiden Markram
- WK: Prabhsimran (C), Pooran
- BAT: Iyer, Marsh, Arya
- AR: Markram (VC), Stoinis
- BOWL: Arshdeep, Chahal, Prince, Avesh
H2: Captain & Vice-Captain Summary
| Type | Captain | Vice-Captain |
|---|---|---|
| Safe | Shreyas Iyer | Prabhsimran |
| Balanced | Marsh | Markram |
| Grand League | Prabhsimran | Markram |
Our Recommendation:
- Small leagues / H2H: Shreyas Iyer (C) + Prabhsimran Singh (VC)
- Grand leagues: Prabhsimran Singh (C) + Aiden Markram (VC)
PBKS vs LSG Head-to-Head Record
| Record | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total IPL H2H | 3 wins apiece (6 meetings) |
| Recent H2H (last 2) | PBKS lead 2–0 |
| At Mullanpur | LSG have never played here before |
| LSG’s record when batting first vs PBKS | All 3 LSG wins came batting first |
This is a fascinating head-to-head dynamic. All three of LSG’s wins against Punjab have come while batting first. Punjab, meanwhile, have won every single game this season while chasing. If Punjab win the toss and field — which seems overwhelmingly likely on this 80% batting-second venue — history heavily favours them.
Orange Cap & Purple Cap – Key Fantasy Stats IPL 2026
Orange Cap (Top Batters in PBKS vs LSG)
| Player | Team | Runs | Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shreyas Iyer | PBKS | 203 | 67.67 |
| Prabhsimran Singh | PBKS | 200+ | 70.33 |
| Mitchell Marsh | LSG | 200+ | |
| Ayush Mhatre | CSK | 201 | 33.5 |
Purple Cap (Top Bowlers in PBKS vs LSG)
| Player | Team | Wickets | Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Yadav | LSG | 9 | 18.22 |
| Arshdeep Singh | PBKS | — | — |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | PBKS | 3 | ~10 economy |
PBKS vs LSG Dream11 Team Tonight – FAQ
Who is the best captain pick for PBKS vs LSG Dream11 today?
Shreyas Iyer is the safest captain — three consecutive fifties, 200+ runs, batting at No.4 in the critical middle phase. For Grand League differential, pick Prabhsimran Singh who scored 80 off 39 balls against MI.
Is Rishabh Pant playing today vs PBKS?
Rishabh Pant’s availability is uncertain. He was hit on his left elbow in the previous match and retired hurt. Confirm his status at the toss before picking him in your Dream11 team. Join our WhatsApp channel for instant updates: BattingFirst WhatsApp
What is the best Dream11 team for PBKS vs LSG today?
Best PBKS vs LSG Dream11 team: Prabhsimran Singh + Rishabh Pant (WK), Shreyas Iyer + Mitchell Marsh + Priyansh Arya + Ayush Badoni (BAT), Aiden Markram + Cameron Connolly (AR), Arshdeep Singh + Yuzvendra Chahal + Prince Yadav (BOWL). Captain: Shreyas Iyer. VC: Prabhsimran Singh.
What is PBKS playing 11 today vs LSG?
PBKS probable playing 11: Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Priyansh Arya, Mitchell Marsh, Shreyas Iyer (c), Ayush Badoni, Aiden Markram, Cameron Connolly, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Prayas Ray Barman.
Who will win tonight’s IPL match PBKS vs LSG?
Punjab Kings are strong favourites at home at Mullanpur. They have won all 4 games while chasing this season and have won both their home games. LSG’s lack of experience at this venue adds to Punjab’s advantage.
Where can I get live toss and playing 11 updates?
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