The 39th encounter of the IPL 2024 (Indian Premier League) is set to unfold as the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) face off against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the historic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday, April 23.
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CSK vs LSG: Match Preview
CSK aims for redemption following their recent loss against the same opponents in their previous clash in Lucknow on April 19. Led by Ruturaj Gaikwad, CSK suffered an eight-wicket defeat, with the home team delivering an all-round performance. Despite Ravindra Jadeja’s commendable 57 off 40 balls, including five boundaries and a six, and late contributions from MS Dhoni and Moeen Ali, CSK fell short by 20 runs on that pitch.
LSG comfortably chased down the target, thanks to KL Rahul and Quinton de Kock, securing their fourth win of the season. Although LSG enters this match on the back of a victory, they must bring their top form to overcome CSK at their stronghold, Chepauk.
CSK’s home dominance has been a key factor in their success over the years. With three consecutive victories at Chepauk in IPL 2024, they seek to maintain this trend. However, with just one win in four away games, winning at home becomes even more crucial for CSK.
Starting Tuesday, CSK embarks on a series of three home games at Chepauk. Success in all three matches would significantly enhance their playoff prospects.
Their initial challenge comes against LSG, who have experience with slow, spinning pitches, akin to what CSK may prepare. Despite CSK’s home advantage, LSG’s recent victory against them adds to the intrigue of the upcoming encounter.
In their last five matches, with the most recent encounter listed first, the Chennai Super Kings’ form stands at LWWLL. Meanwhile, the Lucknow Super Giants’ recent form reads WLLWW.
The pitch prepared by CSK will be a point of interest. Will they play to their strengths or attempt to counter LSG’s familiarity with such conditions?
CSK vs LSG: Pitch Report & Conditions
The pitch at Chepauk caters well to both spinners and pacers who can effectively utilize variations in their bowling. Batsmen are likely to encounter difficulties in scoring freely due to the pitch’s tendency to offer relatively low bounce. Hence, the team winning the toss is expected to opt for bowling first.
In the three games played at Chepauk thus far, teams batting first have posted varied totals: 173 for 6 by Royal Challengers Bangalore (lost), 206 for 6 by CSK (won), and 137 for 9 by Kolkata Knight Riders (lost). While the actual total largely depends on the pitch’s behavior on the match day, both CSK and LSG will target a score around 200.
CSK vs LSG: Head-to-head
- Matches Played: 04
- Chennai Super Kings won: 01
- Lucknow Super Giants won: 02
- No Result: 01
- First Played: March 31, 2022
- Last Played: April 19, 2024
In their previous encounter, held in Lucknow, CSK set a total of 176 for 6, propelled by a half-century from Ravindra Jadeja and a quick cameo from MS Dhoni. However, in a strong response, KL Rahul’s outstanding 82 off 53 deliveries guided Lucknow Super Giants to a convincing eight-wicket victory.
CSK vs LSG: Team News and Impact Player Strategy
Chennai Super Kings
Ajinkya Rahane has recuperated from the calf issue and might shift down the batting order after opening in the past two matches. This adjustment could pave the way for Shivam Dube to once again take on the role of an Impact Player if CSK opts to bowl first. Alternatively, if CSK bats first, Matheesha Pathirana could step into that role.
Predicted XII:
- Rachin Ravindra
- Ruturaj Gaikwad (capt)
- Ajinkya Rahane
- Shivam Dube
- Moeen Ali
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Sameer Rizvi
- MS Dhoni (wk)
- Deepak Chahar
- Tushar Deshpande
- Mustafizur Rahman
- Matheesha Pathirana
Lucknow Super Giants
Mayank Yadav’s fitness remains uncertain, but LSG may reintroduce Devdutt Padikkal into the lineup. Although he has struggled to make an impact in IPL 2024 so far, Padikkal boasts a strong record against most CSK bowlers.
Padikkal and Mohsin Khan could serve as LSG’s Impact Players, with their roles dependent on whether LSG is bowling first or batting.
Predicted XII:
- Quinton de Kock
- KL Rahul (capt, wk)
- Devdutt Padikkal
- Nicholas Pooran
- Marcus Stoinis
- Deepak Hooda
- Ayush Badoni
- Krunal Pandya
- Matt Henry
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Mohsin Khan
- Yash Thakur
CSK vs LSG: Match Prediction
Scenario 1:
- Chennai Super Kings win the toss and elect to bowl.
- Power Play score: 60-70.
- First Innings Score: 200-210.
- Prediction: Chennai Super Kings win the match.
Scenario 2:
- Lucknow Super Giants win the toss and choose to bowl.
- Power Play score: 70-80.
- First Innings Score: 210-220.
- Prediction: Chennai Super Kings win the match.
CSK vs LSG: Dream 11 Fantasy Prediction
Team 1:
- Keeper: Quinton de Kock (vc), Lokesh Rahul, Nicholas Pooran
- Batsmen: Shivam Dube, Rachin Ravindra, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c)
- All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Marcus Stoinis, Krunal Pandya
- Bowlers: Mustafizur Rahman, Matheesha Pathirana
Team 2:
- Keeper: Quinton de Kock (c), Lokesh Rahul, Nicholas Pooran
- Batsmen: Shivam Dube, Rachin Ravindra, Ruturaj Gaikwad
- All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Marcus Stoinis
- Bowlers: Mustafizur Rahman, Matheesha Pathirana (vc), Yash Thakur
When and Where to Watch the Match: Streaming & Broadcast Details
What: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) vs Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) IPL 2024
When: 7:30 PM IST, Tuesday– April 23
Where: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Where to watch CSK vs LSG Live Streaming: JioCinema app for FREE
Where to watch CSK vs LSG Live Telecast: Star Sports
