Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) will clash in match 11 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 on Saturday, March 30, at the esteemed Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
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LSG vs PBKS: Match Preview
LSG have played just one match in the league so far. They traveled to Jaipur last week to take on Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium. Rajasthan Royals won the toss and elected to bat first in the afternoon game. Sanju Samson’s impressive half-century helped the hosts reach 193/4 in their allotted 20 overs.
In response, the Super Giants stumbled early, losing three wickets in the first four overs. By the eighth over, they were struggling at 60/4 after Deepak Hooda’s dismissal. However, a resilient 85-run partnership off 52 balls between captain KL Rahul and Nicholas Pooran revived their chase. Despite half-centuries from Rahul and Pooran, the Royals managed to hold their nerve in the death overs, winning the match by 20 runs.
Meanwhile, Punjab Kings started their IPL 2024 campaign with a four-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals at their new home ground in Chandigarh. A disciplined bowling effort restricted Delhi Capitals to 174/9. Sam Curran’s half-century in the chase guided Punjab to victory with four wickets and as many balls to spare.
However, Punjab Kings faced a setback in their next match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Faf du Plessis’ Bengaluru side restricted Punjab to 176/6 in the first innings. Despite a remarkable innings from Virat Kohli, the home team secured victory with four wickets in the final over.
During the previous season, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) encountered two distinct types of pitches at their home ground. One pitch was a batting paradise, providing favorable conditions for batsmen to excel. Conversely, the other pitch favored spinners, with the ball maintaining a low trajectory, making run-chases challenging. This type of pitch was particularly suited to the preferences of the team’s former mentor, Gautam Gambhir.
However, this season, Gautam Gambhir has transitioned to the role of mentor for the Kolkata Knight Riders. Consequently, there is a possibility that the Ekana Cricket Stadium might offer a batting-friendly surface. Such a pitch would allow players like Nicholas Pooran, KL Rahul, and Marcus Stoinis to unleash their batting prowess without constraints.
Both LSG and PBKS enter the upcoming fixture on the back of losses in the ongoing IPL 2024. Consequently, they will be eager to reverse their fortunes and make a strong comeback in the tournament.
LSG vs PBKS: Head-to-head
In their head-to-head encounters, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) have faced each other three times. Out of these matches, LSG emerged victorious twice, while PBKS secured a win in one match. There have been no instances of the match ending without a result. Their first meeting took place on 29/04/2022, and their most recent encounter occurred on 28/04/2023.
LSG vs PBKS: Team News
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are yet to unleash Shamar Joseph into the league, as confirmed by coach Langer on the eve of the match. Despite acknowledging Joseph’s promising talent and athleticism, Langer emphasized his youthfulness, indicating that he might not feature in the upcoming match. Langer also highlighted LSG’s traditional strategy of fielding three overseas batters and one foreign bowler, a tactic that has previously yielded success. However, the final XI will be decided on Saturday.
Impact Player Strategy
In their previous match, LSG made a tactical substitution, replacing specialist bowler Yash Thakur with spin-bowling all-rounder Deepak Hooda during the chase. Depending on the pitch conditions on Saturday, if spin proves to be more effective than pace, Hooda could play a crucial role throughout the game. Additionally, they might consider deploying a specialist batter such as Ayush Badoni or Padikkal in an impact role.
Probable XII:
- Quinton de Kock (wk)
- KL Rahul (capt)
- Devdutt Padikkal
- Ayush Badoni
- Deepak Hooda
- Nicholas Pooran
- Marcus Stoinis
- Krunal Pandya
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Mohsin Khan
- Naveen-ul-Haq
- Yash Thakur/Shivam Mavi
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Punjab Kings (PBKS) maintained an unchanged lineup for their second game and are expected to persist with the same unless there are any injury concerns.
Impact Player Strategy
In both of their previous games, Punjab Kings utilized Prabhsimran Singh and Arshdeep Singh as their impact substitutes, depending on the result of the toss. This strategic approach is likely to continue in the upcoming match.
Probable XII:
- Shikhar Dhawan (capt)
- Jonny Bairstow
- Prabhsimran Singh
- Liam Livingstone
- Sam Curran
- Jitesh Sharma (wk)
- Shashank Singh
- Harpreet Brar
- Harshal Patel
- Kagiso Rabada
- Rahul Chahar
- Arshdeep Singh
LSG vs PBKS: Match Prediction
Scenario 1:
If Lucknow Super Giants win the toss and opt to bowl, and the Power Play score ranges between 45-50, with a first innings total of 165-175, then Lucknow Super Giants are likely to win the match.
Scenario 2:
In the event that Punjab Kings win the toss and choose to bowl, and the Power Play score falls within the range of 50-55, accompanied by a first innings score of 170-180, then Punjab Kings are expected to emerge victorious in the match.
LSG vs PBKS: Dream 11 Fantasy Prediction
Team 1:
- Keepers: Lokesh Rahul (c), Nicholas Pooran
- Batsmen: Shikhar Dhawan (vc), Jonny Bairstow, Deepak Hooda
- All-rounders: Marcus Stoinis, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran
- Bowlers: Kagiso Rabada, Naveen ul Haq, Ravi Bishnoi
Team 2:
- Keepers: Lokesh Rahul, Nicholas Pooran
- Batsmen: Shikhar Dhawan, Jonny Bairstow (c)
- All-rounders: Marcus Stoinis, Liam Livingstone (vc), Sam Curran
- Bowlers: Kagiso Rabada, Naveen ul Haq, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh
When and Where to Watch the Match: Streaming & Broadcast Details
What: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) vs Punjab Kings (PBKS) IPL 2024
When: 7:30 PM IST, Saturday – March 30
Where: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Where to watch LSG vs PBKS Live Streaming: JioCinema app for FREE
Where to watch LSG vs PBKS Live Telecast: Star Sports
