The clash between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the IPL 2024 promises an exciting showdown at Lucknow’s Ekana Cricket Stadium on April 19th. CSK, having won 4 out of 6 games, currently holds the third spot on the points table with 8 points and an impressive net run rate of +0.726.
On the other hand, LSG, with 3 victories in 6 matches, stands fifth with 6 points and a net run rate of +0.038. In their encounters so far this season, each team has won once, with one match yielding no result. Both sides are in good form, setting the stage for a captivating contest.
ALSO READ:
At the Ekana Stadium, high scores have been elusive, with no team crossing the 200-run mark in any of the three matches played here. LSG defended totals of 199 and 163 successfully but fell short defending 167 against DC. Pacers have dominated the bowling, securing 27 wickets at an average of 24.11, while spinners have taken 11 wickets at 31.09.
With the head-to-head standing at 1-1, the upcoming encounter promises to be a closely fought battle, with both teams eager to secure a crucial victory.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
LSG recently shared a promising video of Mayank Yadav resuming bowling in a practice session under coach Justin Langer’s watchful eye. Mayank’s presence has been linked with LSG’s unbeaten streak in this IPL when he completes a full game. Ruturaj Gaikwad’s vulnerability against left-arm pacers, having been dismissed thrice by them this IPL with a low average of 10.67, positions Mohsin Khan as a key matchup option for LSG.
Rachin Ravindra’s struggles against spin, evident from three dismissals in just 16 balls, could prompt LSG to introduce Ravi Bishnoi early on. On the flip side, KL Rahul’s proficiency against left-arm pace offers LSG a strategic advantage against Mustafizur Rahman.
Probable XI: Quinton de Kock/Kyle Mayers, KL Rahul (c/wk), Deepak Hooda, Ayush Badoni, Marcus Stoinis, Nicholas Pooran, Krunal Pandya, Ravi Bishnoi, Mohsin Khan, Shamar Joseph, Yash Thakur/Mayank Yadav.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
Devon Conway’s official IPL exit led CSK to enlist Richard Gleeson as his replacement. Ajinkya Rahane’s recent injury concern in the last game raises questions about his fitness status for the upcoming fixture. Spin might be pivotal for CSK against Marcus Stoinis, given his susceptibility to spinners, having been dismissed by them five times this IPL, with a dismal average of 10.2.
Mustafizur Rahman emerges as a favorable option against Quinton de Kock and Ayush Badoni, who have succumbed to left-arm pacers four and three times respectively this season. Considering Moeen Ali’s impressive bowling record against LSG, with six wickets in three matches at an average of 8.83 and an economy of 5.88, CSK might opt for his inclusion over Daryl Mitchell. Shardul Thakur’s past success against Nicholas Pooran, having dismissed him five times in just 18 balls in T20 cricket, positions him as another viable option for CSK.
Probable XI: Rachin Ravindra, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Ajinkya Rahane, Moeen Ali/Daryl Mitchell, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Sameer Rizvi , MS Dhoni (wk), Shardul Thakur, Tushar Deshpande, Mustafizur Rahman.
Fantasy XI Suggestion 1:
Quinton de Kock (vc), Lokesh Rahul, Nicholas Pooran, Shivam Dube, Rachin Ravindra, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Ravindra Jadeja, Marcus Stoinis, Krunal Pandya, Mustafizur Rahman, Matheesha Pathirana
Fantasy XI Suggestion 2:
Quinton de Kock (c), Lokesh Rahul, Nicholas Pooran, Shivam Dube, Rachin Ravindra, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ravindra Jadeja, Marcus Stoinis, Mustafizur Rahman, Matheesha Pathirana (vc), Yash Thakur
