LSG VS PBKS: IPL 2023 21st Pre-match Predictions
Lucknow Super Giants and Punjab Kings will take on each other in the 21st match of TATA Indian Premier League 2023. While Punjab Kings have just suffered their first loss of the tournament, Lucknow Super Giants are soaring high with confidence after their twin wins. Both teams would like to continue their form and get the two valuable points.
Basic information about the match:
- Teams: Lucknow Super Giants VS Punjab Kings
- Date: 15-Apr-23
- Time: 7:30 PM
- Match: 21
- Venue: Lucknow
LSG Players List and Roles
| Player | Role |
| KL Rahul (c) | Batter |
| Marcus Stoinis | All-Rounder |
| Ravi Bishnoi | Bowler |
| Quinton De Kock | Batter/Wicket-keeper |
| Deepak Hooda | All-Rounder |
| Krunal Pandya | All-Rounder |
| Avesh Khan | Bowler |
| Mark Wood | Bowler |
| K Gowtham | All-Rounder |
| Manan Vohra | Batter |
| Mohsin Khan | Bowler |
| Ayush Badoni | All-Rounder |
| Kyle Mayers | All-Rounder |
| Karan Sharma | All-Rounder |
| Mayank Yadav | Bowler |
| Nicholas Pooran | Wicket-keeper |
| Jaydev Unadkat | Bowler |
| Yash Thakur | Bowler |
| Romario Shepherd | All-Rounder |
| Daniel Sams | All-Rounder |
| Amit Mishra | Bowler |
| Prerak Mankad | All-Rounder |
| Swapnil Singh | Bowler |
| Naveen ul Haq | Bowler |
| Yudhvir Charak | All-Rounder |
PBKS Players List and Role
| Player | Role |
| Arshdeep Singh | Bowler |
| Shikhar Dhawan (c) | Batter |
| Kagiso Rabada | Bowler |
| Matthew Short | All-Rounder |
| Shahrukh Khan | All-Rounder |
| Harpreet Brar | Batter |
| Prabhsimran Singh | Batter/Wicket-keeper |
| Jitesh Sharma | Batter/Wicket-keeper |
| Rahul Chahar | Bowler |
| Liam Livingstone | All-Rounder |
| Gurnoor Singh | All-Rounder |
| Rishi Dhawan | All-Rounder |
| Baltej Dhanda | All-Rounder |
| Nathan Ellis | Bowler |
| Atharva Taide | All-Rounder |
| Bhanuka Rajapaksa | Batter |
| Sam Curran | All-Rounder |
| Sikandar Raza | All-Rounder |
| Harpreet Bhatia | Batter |
| Vidwath Kaverappa | Bowler |
| Mohit Rathe | All-Rounder |
| Shivam Singh | All-Rounder |
| Arshdeep Singh | Bowler |
| Shikhar Dhawan (c) | Batter |
| Kagiso Rabada | Bowler |
First Face-Off
Lucknow Super Giants made their debut in the 2022 edition of the IPL and had a stellar run to reach the playoffs as well. They faced the Punjab Kings in the 42nd match of that edition on 29th April 2022 and emerged victorious by 20 runs while defending a target of just 153 runs, thanks to the amazing performances by Krunal Pandya and Dushmantha Chameera.
Previous IPL Results
Lucknow Super Giants and Punjab Kings have met each other only once in the history of TATA IPL in the match mentioned above. Lucknow Super Giants won that game.
Previous Results
| Date | Tournament | Winner | Margin |
| 29 April 2022 | 2022 IPL | Lucknow Super Giants | 20 runs |
Pre-match Analysis
Punjab Kings will have their heads up after a close but deserved victory against Rajasthan Royals but a loss against the Sunrisers and would like to regain their winning momentum in this match. With their star players in form and giving out valuable performances, it will be beneficial for them. On the other hand, Lucknow Super Giants will be soaring with confidence and would like to continue what they are doing – winning. Their players, barring captain KL Rahul are in amazing form.
Probable Best Batter of the Match
Nicolas Pooran showed in the last game of Lucknow Super Giants why he is regarded as one of the most dangerous finishers in T20 cricket. He struck every ball that came his way and showed his power and skills to help the Lucknow Super Giants win a game out of nowhere. This is the reason why he may be the best batter in the match between the Lucknow Super Giants and the Punjab Kings.
Probable Best Bowler of the Match
Arshdeep Singh has been a stand-out bowler for Punjab Kings for a few seasons now and he has also been in good form in this edition as well. He would look to continue the same and ensure that he turns out to be the best bowler of the match between Lucknow Super Giants and Punjab Kings.
Match Details
Lucknow Super Giants will be up against the Punjab Kings in the 21st Match of TATA Indian Premier League 2023 from the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow on 15th April 2023. For the viewers, the match will be telecast live at 7:30 pm on Star Sports network on television and Jio Cinema on your mobile handset.
Pitch Report
Black soil surfaces, which aid pacers more and are hence considered pace-friendly, are used at Ekana Cricket Stadium. Spinners are also anticipated to contribute in the middle overs. In this place, dew will be an issue in night matches. As bowlers struggle to hold the ball, the second inning’s bowling will be particularly difficult. In this Ekana Cricket Stadium, it is safe to predict that the side that wins the toss will choose to chase.
Today’s Match Prediction: Final Thoughts
While one team would try to gain some momentum back, and the other one to continue, it will be interesting to see how things pan out. Both the teams look strong and that is why it seems that we are in for a treat. The home advantage might play for the Lucknow Super Giants and that is why they will start as the favourites of this match.
