• Match: Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings, 11th Match, Indian Premier League 2024
• Date and Time: March 30, 02:00 pm GMT / 08:00 pm BD / 07:30 pm local time
• Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) encountered a setback in their tournament opener against Rajasthan Royals, falling short by 20 runs. Losing the toss, they were put in to field first. However, their bowling unit struggled to contain the opposition, conceding 193 runs in 20 overs. Naveen-ul-Haq emerged as the most successful bowler, claiming two wickets for 41 runs in his four overs. Ravi Bishnoi chipped in with a wicket but conceded 38 runs, and Mohsin Khan managed to take one wicket but leaked 45 runs. Krunal Pandya, Yash Thakur, and Ayush Badoni remained wicketless.

In the chase, Lucknow Super Giants’ batting lineup faltered, managing only 173 runs in their stipulated 20 overs. Nicholas Pooran displayed a commendable effort, scoring an unbeaten 64 runs off 41 balls, including four boundaries and four towering sixes. Skipper KL Rahul provided support with 58 runs off 44 deliveries, comprising four boundaries and two sixes. Deepak Hooda contributed 26 runs, while Quinton de Kock struggled with just four runs.

On the flip side, Punjab Kings (PBKS) faced defeat in their recent clash against Royal Challengers Bangalore, losing by four wickets. Choosing to bat first after losing the toss, they posted 176 runs on the board. Skipper Shikhar Dhawan led the charge with 45 runs off 37 balls, including five boundaries and a six. Jitesh Sharma contributed 27 runs, while Prabhsimran Singh and Sam Curran added 25 and 23 runs respectively.

However, their bowlers couldn’t defend the target, allowing Royal Challengers Bangalore to chase it down in 19.2 overs. Harpreet Brar was the standout bowler, claiming two wickets for just 13 runs in his four overs. Kagiso Rabada also picked up two wickets but conceded 23 runs. Sam Curran managed to take one wicket but was expensive, giving away 30 runs in three overs, while Harshal Patel and the rest of the bowling unit failed to leave a mark.

Lucknow Super Giants: KL Rahul (c), Quinton de Kock, Devdutt Padikkal, Ayush Badoni, Marcus Stoinis, Nicholas Pooran, Krunal Pandya, Ravi Bishnoi, Mohsin Khan, Naveen-ul-Haq, Amit Mishra.

Punjab Kings: Shikhar Dhawan (c), Jonny Bairstow, Sam Curran, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Liam Livingstone, Shashank Singh, Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh.

Who will win the toss? – Lucknow Super Giants
Who will win the match? – Punjab Kings

It will be updated soon

Recent trends in the IPL suggest that teams winning the toss are inclined to choose fielding first. This strategic decision is influenced by the observation that defending a target has become increasingly difficult in the tournament’s recent matches.

The 11th match of IPL T20 2024 is scheduled to be held at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. Much like the Narendra Modi Stadium, the pitch at this venue is known to be flat and dry, creating favorable conditions for batting. However, as the match progresses, spinners tend to find success on this pitch, capitalizing on the turn and bounce it offers.

The weather forecast for Lucknow on the day of the cricket match appears generally favorable, although there is a slight possibility of rain. However, expectations remain high for a full match to take place despite this slight chance of precipitation.

• Stadium: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium
• City: Lucknow
• Capacity: 50, 000
• Hosts to: Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow Super Giants