The stage is set for a crucial encounter in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 as Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will lock horns with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 34th match. The contest will be held at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
CSK will be brimming with confidence after securing two consecutive victories, while LSG will be looking to break a two-match losing streak. This clash promises to be an intriguing one as both teams fight for valuable points in the IPL 2024 season.
IPLT20 Stats and Records at Ekana Cricket Stadium:
Total matches: 10
Matches won batting first: 6
Matches won bowling first: 3
Average score batting first: 156
Highest total recorded: 199/8 (20 Ov) by Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings
Lowest total recorded: 108/10 (19.5 Ov) by Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Highest score chased: 170/4 (18.1 Ov) by Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants
Ekana Cricket Stadium Pitch Report:
The Ekana Cricket Stadium pitch presents a dynamic narrative for bowlers, offering a two-act spectacle. In the initial stages, pacers seize the spotlight, exploiting the swing of the new ball, particularly under the floodlights. Yet, as the innings unfold and the ball loses its lustre, spinners emerge as protagonists, capitalizing on a surface that increasingly favors their expertise. Anticipate a challenging quest for substantial runs by batters, with the pitch subtly nudging the balance of the match towards a scenario characterized by modest scoring.
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Lucknow Weather Forecast:
The weather forecast predicts near-ideal conditions for the match. Look forward to clear skies and sunshine, with absolutely no rain to disrupt the play. Temperatures will be comfortable, hovering around 41 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels will also be mild at 19%, ensuring a pleasant experience for spectators. To top it off, a gentle breeze blowing at 27 kilometres per hour will add to the enjoyable atmosphere.
Squads:
Lucknow Super Giants: KL Rahul (c), Ayush Badoni, Quinton de Kock (wk), Devdutt Padikkal, Nicholas Pooran (vc), Ashton Turner, Krishnappa Gowtham, Deepak Hooda, Arshin Kulkarni, Prerak Mankad, Kyle Mayers, Krunal Pandya, Marcus Stoinis, David Willey, Arshad Khan, Shamar Joseph, Amit Mishra, Mohsin Khan, Naveen-ul-Haq, Ravi Bishnoi, Shivam Mavi, Manimaran Siddharth, Mayank Yadav, Yash Thakur, Yudhvir Singh, Shamar Joseph
Chennai Super Kings: MS Dhoni (wk), Aravelly Avanish, Devon Conway, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Ajinkya Rahane, Shaik Rasheed, Sameer Rizvi, Moeen Ali, Shivam Dube, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Ravindra Jadeja (vc), Ajay Mandal, Daryl Mitchell, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Nishant Sindhu, Deepak Chahar, Tushar Deshpande, Mukesh Choudhary, Mustafizur Rahman, Matheesha Pathirana, Simarjeet Singh, Prashant Solanki, Shardul Thakur, Maheesh Theekshana
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