Trent Boult To Dismiss Quinton de Kock? 5 Player Battles For LSG vs RR
![De Kock is struggling with his form [AP]](https://onecricketnews.akamaized.net/parth-editor/oc-dashboard/news-images-prod/1714131450006_deKock_IPL_2024.jpg)
De Kock is struggling with his form [AP]
On Saturday, Rajasthan Royals will take on Lucknow Super Giants in match 44 of the ongoing Indian Premier League season at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow.
Led by KL Rahul, the Super Giants have been impressive in the competition, securing five clinical wins through some spirited performances. On the other hand, the Royals have been absolutely ruthless, winning seven out of eight matches.
There are several on-field contests that might decide the game's outcome. So, as both teams gear up for a high-voltage clash, let's analyse and find out the top five player battles to watch out for.
Quinton de Kock vs Trent Boult
Swashbuckling South African batter Quinton de Kock has had a topsy-turvy season, amassing 228 runs at an average 28.50. Veteran Kiwi speedster Trent Boult could emerge as his nemesis as he has dismissed him four times in the shortest format.
Quinton de Kock vs Trent Boult (in shortest format)
| Balls | 44 |
|---|---|
| Runs | 52 |
| Dismissals | 4 |
| Average/SR | 13/118.18 |
Sanju Samson vs Ravi Bishnoi
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Sanju Samson in action [AP]
Rajasthan Royals' skipper Sanju Samson has led his side from the front, garnering 314 runs at a blistering strike rate of 152.43. The dynamic right-handed batter could dominate ace LSG spinner Ravi Bishnoi in this game, as he has hammered him for 60 runs in 40 balls.
Sanju Samson vs Ravi Bishnoi (in shortest format)
| Balls | 40 |
|---|---|
| Runs | 60 |
| Dismissals | 0 |
| SR | 150 |
Nicholas Pooran vs Yuzvendra Chahal
Explosive West Indies batter Nicholas Pooran has showcased his extraordinary batting skills in the IPL 2024, amassing 280 runs at an outstanding strike rate of 169.70.
The southpaw could be LSG's go-to man to counter veteran RR spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, as he has smashed him enough in the shortest format.
Nicholas Pooran vs Yuzvendra Chahal (in shortest format)
| Balls | 72 |
|---|---|
| Runs | 123 |
| Dismissals | 1 |
| Average/SR | 123/170.83 |
Yashasvi Jaiswal vs Mohsin Khan
Promising Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal has been either hit or miss in the IPL 2024, scoring 225 runs at a modest average of 32.14.
Considering he has been blowing hot and cold, Jaiswal could be troubled by LSG's left-arm pacer Mohsin Khan, who makes the new ball talk in the powerplay.
Yashasvi Jaiswal vs Mohsin Khan (in T20s)
| Balls | 15 |
|---|---|
| Runs | 25 |
| Dismissal | 1 |
| Average/SR | 25/ 166.67 |
Jos Buttler vs Matt Henry
Known as the cross-seam king, Matt Henry has a poor record against ace English batter Jos Buttler, who might take him on in the powerplay in this clash.
Jos Buttler vs Matt Henry (in T20s)
| Balls | 16 |
|---|---|
| Runs | 41 |
| Dismissals | 0 |
| SR | 256.25 |
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