The 26th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 pits Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) against Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on April 12 at 7:30 PM IST.
LSG have currently occupied the third spot, boasting a strong record of three wins and just one loss. DC, on the other hand, languish at the bottom with a solitary win in five matches.
Lucknow rides a wave of momentum with three consecutive victories. Their bowling attack has been their biggest strength, with young gun Mayank Yadav leading the charge with his raw pace. All-rounder Krunal Pandya has also provided valuable contributions. While the batting hasn’t quite clicked consistently, skipper KL Rahul‘s return to form could be a major boost. The unit’s 3-1 record is mixed with strong performances from Nicholas Pooran, Marcus Stoinis, and Quinton de Kock, a testament to the team’s overall strength.
The Capitals enter the contest on the back of two defeats. Despite boasting a strong line-up on paper, their on-field performances have fallen short of expectations. Captain Rishabh Pant and Prithvi Shaw have shown glimpses of brilliance. However, their bowling has lacked consistency, and injuries to key players like Mukesh Kumar and Mitchell Marsh have further hampered their progress. The status of Kuldeep Yadav‘s return from a groin injury remains unclear, adding to DC’s woes. Tristan Stubbs, however, has emerged as a bright spark with his explosive batting in the death overs.
Head-to-Head:
The KL-led team has dominated the head-to-head record against Delhi. In three IPL encounters, the Lucknow-based franchise has triumphed on all three occasions.
Lucknow, brimming with confidence, will look to extend their winning streak. The Pant-led unit, desperate for a turnaround, will be determined to upset the odds and salvage its campaign.
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