As the Uttar Pradesh T20 League (UP T20) progresses towards the business end of the tournament, Match 25 promises an intriguing battle between Kashi Rudras and Lucknow Falcons. Both teams come into this clash on the back of disappointing losses in their previous encounters, eager to bounce back and make a statement.

Lucknow Falcons look to rebound after setback against Gorakhpur Lions

Lucknow Falcons, who were in strong form earlier in the tournament, stumbled in their last outing against Gorakhpur Lions. After being put under pressure by a disciplined bowling attack, Lucknow couldn’t find the momentum needed to post a competitive total. Their batting line-up struggled to fire, and despite flashes of brilliance, they could only manage a subpar score. Gorakhpur Lions chased it down comfortably, winning the match by 6 wickets. Lucknow will be eager to regroup, with their top order needing to step up in this crucial encounter against Kashi Rudras.

Kashi Rudras seeking redemption after defeat to Kanpur Superstars

Kashi Rudras, too, faced disappointment in their previous match against Kanpur Superstars. In a rain-affected game decided by the DLS method, Kashi fell short by 31 runs. Their bowlers struggled to contain Kanpur’s batters, who set a challenging target. Although Kashi made a determined effort in their chase, the weather interruption and revised target added pressure, ultimately resulting in a defeat. Kashi will be looking to fine-tune their strategies and deliver a more cohesive performance against Lucknow.

Key battle on the horizon

Both teams find themselves in a must-win situation as they look to climb the league standings. Lucknow Falcons will aim to recover from their recent setback, relying on their experienced campaigners to deliver under pressure. Kashi Rudras, on the other hand, will be hungry for redemption, hoping to get their campaign back on track with a solid all-round display.

UP T20 2024: KAS vs LCK

Date and Time: September 6: 7:30 pm IST/02:00 pm GMT
Venue: Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium, Lucknow

Ekana Stadium Pitch Report:

The pitch at Ekana Cricket Stadium offers a storyline crafted for bowlers, unfolding in two distinct phases. Early on, pace bowlers excel, making the most of the new ball’s swing, especially during evening games under the lights. As the game advances and the ball softens, spinners come into play, benefiting from conditions that gradually become more favorable to their craft. For batters, scoring runs can be a tough task, as the pitch often demands a more measured approach to accumulating runs.

KAS vs LCK Dream11 Prediction Picks:

Wicketkeepers: Shivam Bansal, Aaradhya Yadav
Batters: Priyam Garg, Samarth Singh
All-rounders: Karan Sharma, Kritagya Singh, Harsh Tyagi, Prince Yadav
Bowlers: Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Shivam Mavi, Shiva Singh

KAS vs LCK Dream11 Prediction Captain, and Vice-Captain:

Choice 1: Kritagya Singh (c), Karan Sharma (vc)
Choice 2: Bhuvneshwar Kumar (c), Priyam Garg (vc)

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KAS vs LCK Dream11 Team for today’s match (September 6, 2024, 02:00 pm GMT):

KAS vs LCK, Dream11 Team (Screengrab: Dream11)

Squads:

Kashi Rudras: Karan Sharma (c), Shiva Singh, Atal Behari Rai, Shivam Mavi, Shivam Bansal, Jasmer Dhankar, Prince Yadav, Yashovardhan Singh, Almas Shaukat, Arnanav Baliyan, Vansh, Sunil Kumar, Harsh Payal, Ajai Singh, Ghanshyam Upadhiya, Manish Singh Solanki, Karan Chaudhary, Mohammad Shavaz

Lucknow Falcons: Bhuvneshwar Kumar (c), Priyam Garg, Aaradhya Yadav, Harsh Tyagi, Kritagya Kumar Singh, Sameer Choudhary, Samarth Singh, Vipraj Nigam, Ankur Chauhan, Prashant Choudhary, Kamil Khan, Parth Palawat, Kirti Vardhan Upadhyay, Shubhang Raj, Akshu Bajwa, Parv Singh, Aditya Kumar Singh

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