Today, the Lucknow Super Giants will take on Rajasthan Royals in Indian Premier League 2026 Match 32 at Ekana Cricket Stadium. This game is a do-or-die match for LSG as they need to get off the 9th spot, while Royals are looking to end their two consecutive losses and maintain their top-four position.

However, the bigger opponent tonight at Ekana might not be the players on the field, but the scorching North Indian summer.

Lucknow Weather Today During LSG vs RR IPL 2026 Match 32

Latest updates by India Meteorological Department (IMD) reveals that Lucknow is presently under an extreme heatwave warning. The city’s temperature soared up to 41C today. IMD has spread a yellow alert over the area since the heatwave conditions are likely to continue till April 25.

For fans wondering about rain, the skies remain clear. The probability of precipitation is a mere 12%, which effectively means no rain will interrupt today's game. However, while the threat of rain is zero, the excessive heat warning remains active. By the time the first ball is bowled at 7:30 PM IST, the temperature is expected to decrease slightly, hovering between 38°C and 36°C.

This season, the sweltering Indian summer has played a big role in tactical decisions. In recent matches across Delhi and Ahmedabad, teams have struggled with fatigue, and captains have been seen rotating bowlers more frequently to manage the 40°C+ conditions. At the Ekana, the dry heat often causes the pitch to slow down as the match progresses, making spinners like Ravi Bishnoi and Ravindra Jadeja central to the game plan.

LSG vs RR Current Form

Both teams enter this contest looking to arrest a slump in form. Lucknow Super Giants sitting at 9th position on the points table led by Rishabh Pant have suffered three consecutive defeats, including a recent 54-run hammering by Punjab Kings. With only 2 wins from 6 games, their net run rate of -1.173 is a major concern in order to keep the playoff hopes alive.