Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2024: Probable playing XI of both the teams. cricket news

In the 54th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Sunday. Under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer, Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Mumbai Indians by 24 runs in their last encounter and are currently placed second in the standings with 14 points from 10 matches after seven wins and three losses. On the other hand, hosts Lucknow Super Giants are placed third with 12 points after six wins and four losses.

Ahead of LSG’s clash with KKR in Lucknow, let’s take a look at the predicted XIs of both sides for this encounter.

LSG Predicted XI

quinton de kock

Hard-hitting batsman Quinton de Kock has had a good performance this season. He has scored 236 runs in nine matches, including three fifty-plus scores. The Proteas cricketers will be eager to thrash the KKR bowlers on home soil.

KL Rahul (captain and wicketkeeper)

LSG captain KL Rahul has scored 406 runs in 10 matches and scored three half-centuries. Rahul will be keen to play a fast-paced innings and get LSG off to a fast start against KKR.

marcus stoinis

Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis will add depth to LSG’s middle-order batting, as well as be a valuable asset to their fast bowling unit. He has scored 316 runs in 10 matches so far this season and taken four wickets.

Deepak Hooda

Deepak Hooda has not performed well for LSG this season. The right-handed batsman has managed to score 129 runs in six innings at a strike rate of 141.75. Hooda’s form will be crucial for LSG’s success against Kolkata.

Nicholas Pooran

Nicholas Pooran is performing brilliantly for Lucknow in IPL 2024. With 305 runs in 10 matches, Pooran is one of LSG’s top scorers this season and has a remarkable average of 61 and strike rate of 160.52.

Ayush Badoni

Ayush Badoni scored an unbeaten 55 when his team needed him the most. Badoni and Arshad Khan made the highest partnership for the eighth wicket in IPL history by scoring 73 runs against Delhi Capitals on 12 April. He will have to maintain his form in this match also.

Krunal Pandya

Krunal Pandya, known for his left-arm spin and aggressive hitting, adds balance to LSG’s lineup. He has scored 74 runs in 10 matches and taken five wickets. Lucknow will need his services to deal with high-flying KKR.

Ravi Bishnoi

Ravi Bishnoi brings a powerful spin-bowling option for LSG. So far he has taken six wickets in 10 matches at an economy rate of 8.52. Bishnoi’s spin variety can help LSG get early success against KKR.

Arshad Khan

Arshad Khan and Badoni made the highest partnership for the eighth wicket in IPL history, reaching 73 runs against DC. Arshad is a top-class all-rounder who can provide depth to LSG’s batting.

matt henry

New Zealand fast bowler Matt Henry will probably open the bowling for Lucknow against KKR. Known for his ability to swing the ball at a good pace, Henry has so far taken one wicket in three matches while bowling at an economy of 8.60.

Yash Thakur

Yash Thakur is the leading wicket-taker for LSG this year with 10 wickets in eight matches. His ability to take wickets in the middle overs makes him an X-factor prodigy for the home team.

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KKR’s probable XI

Phil Salt

Englishman Phil Salt has been in great form for KKR this season and has provided them with a explosive start as an opening batsman. A destructive batsman, Salt has scored 397 runs in 10 matches of IPL 2024 at an average of 44.11 and a strike rate of 180.45.

Sunil Narine

After a few lackluster performances with the bat in the IPL season, Sunil Narine has been in great form as a batsman. He has scored 380 runs in 10 innings this year at an average of 38 at a strike rate of 179.24. He has also taken 13 wickets in 10 matches and is one of the favorite players for KKR this season.

Angkrish Raghuvanshi

Young Angkrish Raghuvanshi has looked good whenever he has been out in the middle. Angkrish has scored 131 runs in six innings in IPL 2024 at a strike rate of 165.82 and also has a half-century to his name. He will be keen to make an impact once again and is a player to keep an eye on.

Shreyas Iyer

This season has been full of ups and downs for KKR captain Shreyas Iyer but he remains an important player for the team in the middle order. Iyer has scored 257 runs in 10 matches at an average of 36.71 and will be raring to go against LSG.

Venkatesh Iyer

Even though he had limited time to bat in the middle, Venkatesh Iyer has managed to score two fifties this season. The left-handed batsman has scored 224 runs in nine innings at a strike rate of 142.67. Iyer’s match-winning inning of 70 runs against Mumbai on Friday prevented KKR from a sudden collapse.

Rinku Singh

Although Rinku Singh has not shown the same brilliance in this IPL season, the left-handed batsman has managed to make some impressive cameos for the team. He has scored 132 runs at a strike rate of 146.66 and will play the role of finisher against Lucknow.

andre russell

Match-winner Andre Russell has been impressive with both bat and ball, leading KKR to several wins already this season. He has scored 186 runs in seven innings at an average of 37.20 and an excellent strike rate of 189.79. Russell has also taken 11 wickets, making him one of the most important players for KKR.

Ramandeep Singh

All-rounder Ramandeep Singh has performed well in his limited time at the crease. He has scored runs at a strike rate of 172.91 and is capable of doing wonders with the ball, making him an integral member of the team.

Mitchell Starc

Mitchell Starc has not been at his best in IPL 2024 and has given a lot of runs in nine matches so far. There was a price to be paid for his 11 wickets but the fact that he bowled in pressure situations cannot be ignored. His match-defining four-wicket haul against MI on Friday was crucial for KKR.

Varun Chakraborty

Spinner Varun Chakraborty has taken 13 wickets so far in IPL 2024. They have performed relatively well against LSG in the past and will back themselves to get the better of their batsmen on Sunday.

Harshit Rana

Fast bowler Harshit Rana’s IPL season seems to be going well so far. The right-arm fast bowler has taken 11 wickets in seven innings and will be hoping to produce his best performance against LSG.

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