Lucknow Super Giants (AP Photo)
Lucknow Supergiants will host Chennai Super Kings at their home, the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on Friday. The stage is set for an exciting clash as the two meet one another for only the fourth time in IPL history.
LSG vs CSK: Team Previews
Lucknow Supergiants
Currently positioned fifth on the points table, LSG started the season impressively with three consecutive victories but stumbled with two consecutive defeats in their last two matches. The absence of Mayank Yadav due to injury posed a challenge, and their batting unit failed to fire in the recent games.
Despite KL Rahul's consistent starts, LSG struggled to convert them into substantial totals. As they gear up to face CSK, LSG will be eager to bounce back and reclaim their winning form, especially at their home ground.
Chennai Super Kings
Chennai Super Kings enter this contest with confidence following a remarkable victory over Mumbai Indians in their previous match. Positioned third on the points table, CSK has showcased commendable performances throughout the tournament, functioning as a cohesive unit in both bowling and batting departments.
Overcoming initial challenges of securing away victories, they triumphed at Wankhede against Mumbai. As they prepare to take on LSG, CSK aims to maintain their momentum and continue their stellar performance, even in the formidable fortress of Lucknow. With four wins out of six matches, CSK's strong form poses a significant threat to LSG's aspirations for a comeback victory.
LSG vs CSK: Match Details & Live Streaming
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Date and Time | 19 April 2023, 7:30 PM |
| Venue | Ekana Stadium, Lucknow |
| Live Broadcast and Streaming | Star Sports Network and JioCinema |
LSG vs CSK: Ekana Stadium Pitch Report
The Ekana Stadium in Lucknow offers a slightly sluggish pitch for the upcoming LSG vs CSK clash in IPL 2024. Early on, batters can expect some assistance as the new ball comes onto the bat, but challenges may arise against the old ball.
As the match progresses, pacers will rely on cutters and varied deliveries, while spinners will thrive in the middle overs. With a track record favoring teams batting first, the toss winner is likely to opt for setting a total. Ekana, known for balanced conditions, has seen LSG choosing to bat first in all three IPL 2024 matches held there, winning two and losing one against Delhi Capitals.
LSG vs CSK: Playing 11
Lucknow Supergiants: Quinton de Kock (wk), KL Rahul (c), Deepak Hooda, Ayush Badoni, Nicholas Pooran, Ashton Turner, Krunal Pandya, Ravi Bishnoi, Yash Thakur, Mohsin Khan, Shamar Joseph
Impact players: Marcus Stoinis, Arshad Khan, Prerak Mankad, M Siddharth, K Gowtham
Chennai Super Kings: Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Rachin Ravindra, Moeen Ali, Daryl Mitchell, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Sameer Rizvi, MS Dhoni (wk), Shardul Thakur, Tushar Deshpande, Rajvardhan Hangargekar
Impact Players: Ajinkya Rahane, Nishant Sindhu, Shaik Rasheed, Mitchell Santner, Mustafizur Rahman
LSG vs CSK: Fantoss Fantasy Tips
| Roles | Players |
|---|---|
| Wicketkeepers | Quinton de Kock |
| Batters | Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rachin Ravindra,Shivam Dube, KL Rahul, Nicholas Pooran |
| Allrounders | Shardul Thakur |
| Bowlers | Ravindra Jadeja, Moeen Ali, Ravi Bishnoi, Yash Thakur |
| Vice Captain | Nicholas Pooran |
| Captain | Shivam Dube |
LSG vs CSK: Winner Prediction
Chennai Super Kings is expected to win against the hosts in this clash.
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