Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) are taking on each other in the 11th game of the ongoing Indian Premier League 2024 (IPL 2024). The LSG vs PBKS match is taking place at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.
Both the teams have lost their last games and will be eyeing a win tonight. LSG began their campaign with a 20-run loss against Rajasthan Royals last week. Chasing 195, LSG were reeling at 11 for 3 at one stage before half-centuries from captain KL Rahul and Nicholas Pooran revived their chase. However, they still ended up on the losing side after finishing their innings on 173/6.
On the other hand, PBKS have played two games so far. The Shikhar Dhawan-led side began their campaign in the tournament with a four-wicket win over Delhi Capitals. In their last game, they were up against Royal Challengers Bengaluru and lost the game by four wickets. They posted a competitive total of 176/6 but could not defend it.
LSG vs PBKS: Impact players list:
LSG have won the toss and opted to bat first. Captain KL Rahul is being used as an impact player and so Nicholas Pooran came out for toss. After winning the toss, the LSG captain said: “We’ll bat first. Looks like a good track, runs on the board could be vital. KL has an injury and we’re looking to give him a break in such a long tournament. Everyone must take the opportunities and perform at their best.”
PBKS captain Shikhar Dhawan said: “We would have bowled first, lots of dew when we came to the ground (last night). Our lines cane be tight, while batting, we can’t afford to lose wickets in clusters.
“It’s still early in the tournament and we’ve spoken about that in the dressing room. We’ll have to make the most of the powerplay. No changes for us,” he added.
Impact players nominated by LSG and PBKS:
LSG: Ashton Turner, Naveen-ul-Haq, Amit Mishra, Deepak Hooda, K Gowtham
PBKS: Prabhsimran Singh, H Bhatia, Tanay Thyagarajan, Rilee Rossouw, Vidhwath Kaverappa
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