In the match 11 of the TATA IPL 2024 the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will take on the Punjab Kings (PBKS). The match is scheduled to take place on Saturday, March 30 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. Lucknow is led by KL Rahul, while Punjab is captained by Shikhar Dhawan. PBKS is on the fifth position, while LSG stands at the tenth position in the points table.
LSG is favourite to win this encounter against PBKS. Both teams have played 3 matches, with Lucknow winning 2 matches and Punjab winning 1 game so far in the head to head encounters. In this article, we will take a look at the 3 key player battles to watch out for in the match 11 of the TATA IPL 2024 between Lucknow Super Giants and Punjab Kings.
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Here are the three key player battles to watch out for during the LSG vs PBKS match:
1) Nicholas Pooran vs Rahul Chahar
Nicholas Pooran vs Rahul Chahar will be another interesting battle that will take place in the middle overs during the LSG and PBKS clash at the Ekana Stadium. Wicketkeeper-batter Pooran and leg-spinner Chahar has played a lot against each other and they know how to tackle each other tactics. Pooran will look to attack Chahar, but on the other hand might get trapped as well.
2) KL Rahul vs Kagiso Rabada
LSG skipper KL Rahul will be facing PBKS speedster Kagiso Rabada in the upcoming match held at the Ekana Stadium. The outstanding bowling of Rabada might challenge the classy batting of Rahul. Therefore, it will be interesting to see that who gets an upper hand in the Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings clash.
3) Shikhar Dhawan vs Mohsin Khan
PBKS captain Shikhar Dhawan will have to come up with a plan against LSG pacer Mohsin Khan. Since last two matches, Dhawan has seen getting troubled when the ball moves away from him early. And Mohsin has the ability to shape the ball away from the left-handers. Therefore, this battle will be interesting as both knows each other weaknesses and strengths.
