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Rajasthan Royals enter their final home game against LSG with everything to play for. Despite a strong start to their campaign, their Jaipur ground has proved a nightmare, with losses in all previous three matches this season.
LSG, meanwhile, will look to exploit the Royalsâ home struggles. With experience and depth in their squad, they can pile pressure on Rajasthan, who must rise above past failures and deliver a composed performance in front of their home crowd.
RR vs LSG Match 64- Preview
Rajasthan Royals will take on LSG on Tuesday, May 19 in Match 64 of IPL 2026. The enthralling contest will take place at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur and is scheduled to go live for fans from 7:30 PM IST.
Rajasthan Royals remain very much alive in the IPL 2026 playoffs race, sitting 5th on the points table with 12 points from 12 games, having won 6 and lost 6. LSG, on the other hand, are already eliminated, with just 4 wins from 12 matches and 8 points.
Rajasthan Royalsâ Bowling Woes Continue to Haunt Them
Rajasthan Royals have won only 1 of their last 5 games, with three of those defeats coming at their home ground, Jaipur, which has clearly not been a happy hunting ground. Since IPL 2025, RR have managed just 1 win in 8 home games.
In the first half of IPL 2026, the Royals boasted the best bowling attack in the tournament, with an impressive average of 21.63 and a strike rate of 14.8.
However, their performance has dipped dramatically in the last five games, with their bowling average rising to 51.42 and strike rate to 27.7, both significantly worse than earlier in the season.
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This slump alongside lack of consistency with the bat has hurt Rajasthan Royals' IPL 2026 campaign, especially after starting to play at Jaipur, where they now face a must-win clash against LSG.
After a comfortable start, winning 5 of their first 7 games. the Royals need to rediscover their bowling form, break the Jaipur jinx, and secure a win to keep their hopes alive for the 4th spot in the IPL 2026 playoffs.
LSG Batting Resurgence: The Biggest Test for Royals
LSG has been fantastic in their recent games. Although they have been eliminated from the playoffs race, their batting has received a significant boost following the inclusion of Josh Inglis at the top of the order.
The top three have been brutally dominant in last 4 games, with big contributions from Mitchell Marsh, Josh Inglis, and Nicholas Pooran. In the first 8 games, LSG's top order averaged 25.52 with a strike-rate of 134.63, producing only two half-centuries.
After a break of over a week, LSG's top-order returned stronger in the next four games, averaging 49.09 with a strike rate of 188.15, including three half-centuries and a century from Mitchell Marsh.
Coupled with one of the best pace attacks this season, LSGâs batting resurgence poses a significant threat to Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur. The Royals will have to be at their best if they want to beat this in-form lineup in a must-win scenario.
Key Stats
RR key stats
- RR have lost each of their 3 games in Jaipur this season.
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been one of the best batters in home matches this season - 312 runs, 52 average and 278.57 strike-rate.
- Nobody has scored more runs than Vaibhav Sooryavanshi inside powerplay this season- 401 runs, 35 sixes, 244.51 strike-rate.
- RR are struggling badly with the ball in Jaipur this season - 56 average, 11.65 economy, 28.8 strike-rate.
- Yashasvi Jaiswal has an average of just 6.33 in 3 games at Sawai Mansingh Stadium this season.
- Rajasthan Royals have taken just 2 powerplay wickets in last 5 games.
- Jofra Archer has struggled with the ball in Jaipur since last year - 5 wickets in 7 games, 10.55 economy rate and 32.4 strike-rate.
LSG key stats
- LSG have won 2 of their three outings in Jaipur against RR.
- Josh Inglis and Mitchell Marsh are scoring at 12.46 runs per over together this season.
- Josh Inglis has scored 105 runs in 2 innings at 194.4 strike-rate in IPL at Sawai Mansingh Stadium.
- Prince Yadav has been LSG's best bowler with 16 wickets this season, but has taken just 3 wickets in last 5 games.
- LSG's pace attack is one of the best this season, but struggles in away games - 36.25 average, 10.25 economy rate.
- LSG's bowling attack has been the most economical one inside powerplay this season - 8.49 economy, 22 wickets.
Possible Changes
Sushant Mishra In for RR
Sushant Mishra, the left-arm pacer can make his debut and make it to RR's playing XI vs LSG, considering the two righties in the top of the order.
Will Ravindra Jadeja play against LSG?
Ravindra Jadeja could not take part in RR's last game against DC due to an injury and is unlikely to play against LSG.
Ayush Badoi to replace Abdul Samad
Ayush Badoni should be back in LSG's playing XI against RR in order to strengthen their middle-order.
What To Expect?
Expect another high-scoring thriller in Jaipur. The pitch is set for a belter, and the dew has made life difficult for bowlers, so there is a real chance of seeing teams batting first post near 240.
Both sides are capable of destructive batting performances, making this a potential run-fest. RR are just slightly ahead on paper, but containing LSGâs in-form top-order will be the real challenge in this must-win fixture.
Lucknow has not been at their best with the ball in away games, but it will still be fascinating to watch their new-ball attack test Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. For Rajasthan Royals, key players like Riyan Parag and Donovan Ferreira will be crucial to their success.
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