In the 11th IPL 2024 match, Lucknow Super Giants will face Punjab Kings at Ekana Stadium, Lucknow, starting at 7:30 PM IST on March 30. Earlier, in the only match played at this venue, Punjab Kings secured a win over Lucknow Super Giants. The pitch is expected to favor spinners once more, making scoring difficult. A target of approximately 170 runs could prove challenging to chase down.
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LSG vs PBKS Prediction
Lucknow Super Giants faced a setback in their IPL 2024 journey, falling short by 20 runs against RR. Despite the loss, their bowlers showed promise, restricting RR to 193-4, with Sanju Samson’s brilliance defining RR’s innings. KL Rahul and Nicholas Pooran displayed commendable batting, but Rahul’s dismissal turned the tide. Playing at home provides LSG a significant advantage, given their strong lineup.
Punjab Kings, after defeating DC, stumbled against RCB. Concerns linger around Bairstow and Livingstone’s form, despite Dhawan’s consistency. Rabada shines but lacks support in bowling. These recurring issues pose a challenge for PBKS, despite retaining their core team. To clinch their maiden IPL title, PBKS must deliver exceptional performances throughout the season.
LSG vs PBKS Betting Tips
Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings – Coin Toss
We predict teams will choose to bat first on the Lucknow pitch. In the previous match, the pitch slowed down over time, making chasing notably difficult.
Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings – Who Will Win?
With a superior lineup on paper, strengthened by a good batting lineup and the presence of three adept spinners, Lucknow Super Giants appear better equipped to navigate the sluggish conditions. Adding to their advantage is the support of the home crowd, a factor that has influenced outcomes in this IPL season. Given their familiarity with the pitch, we predict LSG to secure victory over the Punjab Kings.
Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings – Top Batter
LSG’s batting will center around KL Rahul, Nicholas Pooran, and Quinton de Kock. Rahul and Pooran showcased their dominance in the previous game with scores of 58 and 64 respectively. While de Kock aims to reclaim his form, his partnership with Rahul promises a strong start for LSG.
On the other side, PBKS relies heavily on Shikhar Dhawan, who started the tournament impressively with a 45-run knock against RCB. Additionally, Liam Livingstone’s proficiency against spin and Sam Curran’s explosive batting make them vital assets for PBKS.
Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings – Top Bowler
Krunal Pandya and Ravi Bishnoi pose significant threats on the sluggish Lucknow pitch, drawing from their past performances. Mohsin Khan’s ability to strike early with the new ball adds to LSG’s bowling.
For PBKS, Kagiso Rabada leads the pace attack after his impressive showing against RCB, while Arshdeep Singh’s swing bowling poses challenges, particularly for Quinton de Kock. Arshdeep’s effectiveness extends to the death overs, increasing his potential for multiple breakthroughs.
LSG vs PBKS Prediction & Tips – Batting First Team Scores
The team batting first must cross at least 165 in this pitch to have a good defendable total.
LSG vs PBKS Prediction & Tips – Match Handicap
The match handicap is most probably Lucknow Super Gaints. However, Punjab Kings may get a win over them if played better on the day.
LSG vs PBKS Prediction & Tips Playing XI
Punjab Kings
- Shikhar Dhawan (c)
- Jonny Bairstow
- Sam Curran
- Jitesh Sharma (wk)
- Liam Livingstone
- Shashank Singh
- Harpreet Brar
- Harshal Patel
- Kagiso Rabada
- Rahul Chahar
- Arshdeep Singh
Lucknow Super Giants
- KL Rahul (c & wk)
- Quinton de Kock
- Devdutt Padikkal
- Ayush Badoni
- Marcus Stoinis
- Nicholas Pooran
- Krunal Pandya
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Mohsin Khan
- Naveen-ul-Haq
- Yash Thakur/Amit Mishra
LSG vs PBKS Live Score IPL 2023
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LSG vs PBKS Head to Head
| Matches Played | LSG Won | PBKS Won | Tie | NR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOTAL | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Last 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
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LSG vs PBKS Prediction & Tips – Who Will Win?
- Back KL Rahul to be LSG’s top scorer, considering his strong form and previous performance.
- Place your bet on Shikhar Dhawan as PBKS’ top batter, given his recent consistent performances.
- Expect Ravi Bishnoi to bounce back and take at least two wickets for LSG, considering the favorable conditions for spinners.
- Back on Harpreet Brar to continue his good run and emerge as PBKS’ top bowler in the match.
- Anticipate over 7.5 sixes from both teams, considering the ground’s history of being a six-hitting venue.
- Look for the total number of fours to stay under 29.5, as boundaries might be hard to come by with a spread-out field on the sluggish pitch.
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Last Updated on March 29, 2024
