Huge image: LSG near playoffs spot

Positioned third at present with 15 factors, Lucknow Tremendous Giants’ street to the playoffs is a simple one: win in opposition to Kolkata Knight Riders and sail via. And if Chennai Tremendous Kings lose to Delhi Capitals, LSG may even safe a top-two end. But when they lose, they may require not less than one in every of Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bangalore to lose.

LSG are taking part in away from house however they’re coming off back-to-back wins after only one victory within the 4 accomplished matches earlier than that. Marcus Stoinis led the way in which with match-defining performances in each these wins, whereas there have been useful contributions from stand-in captain Krunal Pandya and legspinner Ravi Bishnoi, too.

As for KKR, there’s solely a small probability that they’ll squeeze into the playoffs. Their adverse internet run-rate – made worse by the thumpings from Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Tremendous Kings at house – makes issues much more sophisticated for them. They not solely want an enormous win but in addition a lot of different outcomes to go their means.Their win over CSK within the reverse fixture in Chennai was a uncommon event of them clicking with each bat and ball in the identical sport. They are going to hope for an encore, after which pray.

Kind information

Kolkata Knight Riders WLWWL (final 5 accomplished matches, most up-to-date first)
Lucknow Tremendous Giants WWLLL

Group information

Each KKR and LSG ought to have all gamers obtainable for choice.

The large query

They’ve each been essential for his or her sides this season, however which ones has been higher?