Jaipur, April 18 -- Rajasthan Royals are poised for a critical battle against the Lucknow Super Giants on Saturday at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, in a must-win match that holds significant implications for their IPL 2025 playoff aspirations.

Rajasthan, despite their inconsistent season, have the upper hand in recent encounters with Lucknow, winning four of their last five meetings. This favourable head-to-head record gives them the confidence to make a strong push for victory in front of their home crowd.

Rajasthan have had a rocky season, but their solid track record at Sawai Mansingh Stadium and their recent success over Lucknow provide a foundation for optimism.

Samson's side comes into this match following a narrow loss to Delhi Capitals...