The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 is currently in progress, and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will take on Lucnow Super Giants (LSG) in their 28th match on Sunday, April 14, at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
After winning three straight games to start the season, KKR faltered against CSK in their most recent match. They’ll be itching to get back on track and resume their winning streak. With their potent lineup, KKR is ready to pose a serious threat to LSG.
However, despite their recent loss to the Delhi Capitals, LSG has demonstrated flashes of excellence in their prior contests. Players like Ravi Bishnoi, Ayush Badoni, and KL Rahul have been performing well despite their loss, giving LSG’s roster more depth.
Important KKR players like Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, and Shreyas Iyer will be needed to set up or chase down a target. LSG will be counting on players like Marcus Stoinis, Nicholas Pooran, and KL Rahul to put forth exceptional performances in the meantime.
Weather and Pitch Report:
Given the current tendency at Eden Gardens, the toss is expected to be crucial in deciding the result of the match. Teams are favoring chasing, which is consistent with recent data at the location. Bowlers will probably benefit from the surface at first because the ball is new and solid. The pitch should, however, become more batter-friendly and favorable to making strokes as the game goes on.
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With temperatures in the mid-30s and no rain predicted, Kolkata is in for a hot afternoon. However, some cloud cover may possibly bring some relief. LSG has always held the advantage in head-to-head matches, having prevailed in all three of their prior matchups, including two close losses. This time, KKR will be keen to reverse the situation.
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