The Lucknow Super Giants will take on the Gujarat Titans in the 2024 IPL. Both teams have had their ups and downs in the tournament so far, each having 4 points.
The Lucknow Super Giants, led by KL Rahul, have a strong batting lineup that includes power hitters like Nicholas Pooran and Young Speed Star bowler Mayank Yadav. Despite the concerns surrounding players like Bishnoi and Stoinis, the team is hoping for contributions from everyone, especially overseas player QDK.
Meanwhile, the Gujarat Titans, led by newly appointed captain Shubman Gill, have shown resilience and determination with their balanced squad. With a Young player Sai Sudarshan and experienced player Kane Williamson, the middle order looks solid. However, the team will miss the injured Miller. The Afghani Trio, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmed, and Azmatullah Omarzai, are performing exceptionally well. The Afghani Spin Duo will be the threat for LSG and this will be the great battle to watch.
The bowling department will be key for both teams. Mohit Sharma has been GT's standout bowler with 7 wickets in 4 games. His battle against LSG's power-hitters could be a massive sub-plot in the game. GT might make a change in the batting department with Vijay Shankar's poor returns. They have options in Abhinav Manohar and Shahrukh Khan to add more firepower.
Nicholas Pooran is the best form batter for LSG with 146 runs from 3 games at an impressive strike rate of 175.9. He is particularly strong against spin, with a strike rate of 188 and 51 runs off 27 balls faced. LSG is unlikely to change their playing XI, but Ayush Badoni's lack of form is under scrutiny. The management may give the youngster a longer rope before bringing in Deepak Hooda.
Lucknow Super Giants:
Injuries/Availability: Mohsin Khan is recovering swiftly from a sore back and hamstring concerns that he had during the PBKS game but might not be rushed back just yet.
Probable XI: KL Rahul(c/wk), Quinton de Kock, Devdutt Padikkal, Nicholas Pooran, Marcus Stoinis, Ayush Badoni/Deepak Hooda, Krunal Pandya, Ravi Bishnoi, Yash Thakur, Naveen-ul-Haq, Mayank Yadav. [Impact sub: Manimaran Siddharth].
Gujarat Titans
Injuries/availability: David Miller missed the PBKS game with a niggle but should slot back into the XI for this game
Probable XI: Shubman Gill (c), Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Kane Williamson/David Miller, Sai Sudharsan, Abhinav Manohar/Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Umesh Yadav, Darshan Nalkande
What to expect: The average first innings total at the venue was just 148, the opening game this year suggests better returns for the batters. The relaid surfaces suggest more pace and bounce, also allowing the pacers to stay in the game longer. Batters should get more value for their shots
When: Sunday, April 7, 19:30 IST
Where: Lucknow Super Giants vs Gujarat Titans, Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Live Broadcast: Star Sports Network
Live Streaming: Jio Cinema app
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