Today, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will lock horns with Punjab Kings (PBKS) in IPL 2025. LSG will play their third match of the season. After suffering a defeat in their first game against Delhi Capitals, their win against Sunrisers Hyderabad was promising. PBKS, on the other hand, defeated Gujarat Titans by 11 runs in their first game.
Pitch Report
The Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, hosting its first match of the season, is expected to offer good conditions for the team batting first. Spinners might come into play as the match progresses.
Head-to-Head
So far, they have faced each other four times, with LSG winning three times while PBKS has won only once.
Three Fantasy Picks
Shreyas Iyer
Making his debut as the skipper of Punjab Kings this season, Shreyas Iyer delivered a stunning performance of 97 off 42 balls against Gujarat Titans. With a strike rate of 230.95, Iyer’s batting skills helped PBKS secure their first win of the season.
Shardul Thakur
The highest wicket-taker for PBKS this season, Shardul Thakur has claimed six wickets in two matches. His performances in both games have been promising, making him a key player to watch.
Nicholas Pooran
One of the most successful players for LSG this season, Nicholas Pooran is currently the Orange Cap holder with 145 runs at a strike rate of 258.93. He will be a crucial batter in today’s match alongside Shreyas Iyer.
LSG vs PBKS Fantasy XI
Wicket-keeper:
- Rishabh Pant
Batters:
- Nicholas Pooran
- Mitchell Marsh
- Shreyas Iyer
- Glenn Maxwell
Bowlers:
- Arshdeep Singh
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Yuzvendra Chahal
- Avesh Khan
All-rounders:
- Shardul Thakur
- Marcus Stoinis
Captain:
- Shreyas Iyer
Vice-Captain:
- Nicholas Pooran
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