LUCKNOW, May 6 -- It is expected to be houseful when defending champions Royal Challengers Bangalore take on hosts Lucknow Super Giants here in the Indian Premier League on Thursday.

RCB hold a 5-2 head-to-head record against LSG, having won the home meeting in IPL 2026 by five wickets. The rivalry, which began in 2022, is known for high-scoring games and intense encounters, although LSG are languishing at the bottom of the table with four points in nine matches.

Almost all the tickets are sold out with the biggest draw being Virat Kohli, who went through the paces on Tuesday evening at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium.

RCB, having ended their wait for an IPL title last term, are making a statement this season as well. Wh...