Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) faced a tough defeat against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in their eighth match of the IPL 2026 season on April 26, ending in a Super Over after both teams scored 155 runs. This loss marks LSG's sixth defeat in eight matches, leaving them at the bottom of the points table with only 4 points. To keep their playoff hopes alive, LSG must win all six remaining matches, which would give them 16 points and a chance to finish in the top four. However, losing even one match would cap their maximum points at 14, likely eliminating them from playoff contention. LSG's upcoming fixtures include matches against Mumbai Indians on May 4 at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru on May 7 at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. They will also face Chennai Super Kings on May 10 and May 15, followed by Rajasthan Royals on May 19 in Jaipur, and Punjab Kings on May 23 in Lucknow.