Ekana IPL Betting Guide
BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow · Capacity: 50,000
Last updated: 15 March 2026 · By CricketPrediction.com
Ekana is a grinder's venue. Low averages (169), slow pitch, big boundaries. The team with the better bowling attack usually wins. Chase win rate of 48% is balanced, slightly favouring batting first. Key betting angle: if a team posts 175+, they are strong favourites to defend. Unders on totals bets hit frequently. Teams with pace variety (cutters, slower balls, yorkers) and quality spin outperform here.
169
Avg 1st Innings
48%
Chase Win Rate
52%
Toss → Field
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Key Betting Fact
Low-scoring venue averaging 169. The slow pitch and large 65-70m boundaries make it a bowler-friendly ground. Teams that can restrict opponents to 160-165 are heavy favourites.
Pitch Character
Slow, low surface. The ball does not come onto the bat, making stroke play difficult. Spinners get grip and the large boundaries reward bowling teams. Similar character to Jaipur but with slightly more bounce.
Batting Conditions
Average first innings of 169 makes Ekana one of the lower-scoring IPL venues. The pitch is slow with low bounce — the ball does not come onto the bat. Batters must manufacture their own pace, making timing-based players more effective than power hitters. The large 65-70m boundaries compound the difficulty. Powerplay scoring is below IPL average.
Highest Total
214/5 (LSG vs MI, 2023)
Lowest Total
108 (GT, 2024)
Bowling Conditions
Excellent venue for bowling. Both spin (7.8) and pace (8.5) economies are among the best in IPL. The slow surface helps bowlers who vary their pace. Cutters and slower balls from pacers are devastatingly effective. Spinners get grip and the large ground means even good shots get caught. Teams with strong bowling attacks dominate here.
Spin Economy
7.8
Pace Economy
8.5
Try It: Pitch Simulator
Switch between pace, spin, and slower deliveries to see how Ekana's slow low surface affects what the ball does. Drag the dew slider to see how evening moisture changes conditions. Each metric links directly to specific betting markets.
Pitch Simulator
Ekana · Slow & Low · 65-70m
Bounce Height
0.90m
Knee height
Movement
Seam
Off the pitch
Speed Retained
58%
Medium
Stays low. The surface kills bounce. LBW and bowled are the key dismissals here.
Toss Impact
Toss winners field 52% of the time — nearly balanced. Chase win rate of 48% marginally favours batting first. The pitch does not deteriorate as dramatically as Chepauk, so both innings are playable. Bet based on team bowling quality rather than toss outcome.
Dew Factor
Low to moderate. Lucknow's climate is drier than coastal cities. Dew appears but does not dominate. The large ground means dew impact is diluted.
Ground Dimensions
Boundary size: 65-70m (large)
Tonight's Dew Impact
Pre-loaded with typical Lucknow evening conditions. Adjust to tonight's forecast for a venue-specific betting recommendation.
Dew Impact Calculator
Pre-set for Ekana evening conditions
Dew Point
17.0°C
Spread
9.0°C
Dew Risk
LOW
Chase Prob
48%
Ekana Betting Recommendation
Minimal dew at Ekana tonight. The 48% chase rate reflects the ground's natural character. Focus on team matchups and bowling quality rather than conditions.
Dew point: Td = T − (100−RH)/5. Chase adjustment: HIGH +8%, MODERATE +4%, LOW +0% applied to venue's historical 48% chase rate. Adjust sliders to tonight's weather forecast. Full toss prediction guide →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average score at Ekana Stadium in IPL?
Average first innings score is 169 — below IPL average. The slow, low pitch and large boundaries make it a challenging batting venue. Par score is 165-175.
Is Ekana good for chasing in IPL?
Chase win rate is 48% — slightly below average. Batting first has a marginal advantage. The pitch does not deteriorate dramatically, so both innings are playable.
What type of bowlers succeed at Ekana?
Variety bowlers. Both spin economy (7.8) and pace economy (8.5) are strong. Cutters, slower balls, and accurate spinners thrive. The slow surface rewards bowlers who vary their pace.
What is par score at Ekana?
Par score is 165-175. Anything above 180 is a strong total. Below 155 is below par. The large boundaries and slow pitch suppress scoring.
Does LSG have a home advantage at Ekana?
Moderate advantage. LSG know the conditions and have built a squad with bowling depth. With Pant's batting and Shami's pace, they can exploit both the batting challenge and the bowling-friendly conditions.
How big is Ekana Stadium?
Boundaries are 65-70m — one of the larger IPL grounds. The large outfield rewards good fielding and makes boundary-hitting harder. Sixes require perfect timing.
Is there dew at Ekana Stadium?
Low to moderate. Lucknow's climate is drier than coastal cities. Dew appears in evening matches but does not dominate the way it does at Hyderabad or Bengaluru. Second-innings bowling is slightly harder but manageable.
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