PBKS vs LSG is a clash of two franchises who have registered four wins in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season so far. In their last game, Punjab Kings (PBKS) clinched a thrilling 13-run win over Mumbai Indians (MI). On the other hand, Lucknow Super Giants succumbed to a narrow defeat against Gujarat Titans at home.
Mohali’s IS Bindra Stadium will host the match on Friday at 7:30 PM.
PBKS vs LSG Preview | Team Analysis & Squad Details
Here’s a closer look at PBKS and LSG – team analysis, squad, head-to-head record, and prediction.
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Despite picking up two points in their previous encounter, PBKS will want their top order to contribute better. In Shikhar Dhawan’s absence, Matt Short, Liam Livingstone, and the uncapped batters have struggled to convert their starts into big scores. Sam Curran led from the front against MI with a stunning 55 off 29 balls.
Arshdeep Singh was PBKS’ hero in their last game. The left-arm pacer took four wickets, taking his wicket tally to 13 this season. The PBKS’ spinners haven’t been able to pick up wickets and would want to up their game. Kagiso Rabada might replace Nathan Ellis, who leaked 44 runs off his four overs.
PBKS Squad
- Shikhar Dhawan (captain)
- Shahrukh Khan
- Rishi Dhawan
- Raj Angad Bawa
- Rahul Chahar
- Mohit Rathee
- Atharva Taide
- Arshdeep Singh
- Vidwath Kaverappa
- Shivam Singh
- Sikandar Raza
- Sam Curran
- Nathan Ellis
- Liam Livingstone
- Kagiso Rabada
- Matthew Short
- Bhanuka Rajapaksa
- Jitesh Sharma
- Prabhsimran Singh
- Harpreet Brar
- Harpreet Bhatia
- Baltej Dhanda
- Gurnoor Singh Brar
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
LSG has a top opening duo in KL Rahul and Kyle Mayers. Both batsmen have been the main contributors with the bat this season. However, the rest of the batters haven’t come to the party yet. Deepak Hooda, who had an excellent IPL 2022 campaign, made just 41 runs in seven innings. Meanwhile, Marcus Stoinis and Nicholas Pooran failed to steer the franchise home against the Titans.
Mark Wood, who missed the last two matches due to illness, will likely replace Naveen-ul-Haq in the playing 11. He is LSG’s top wicket-taker with 11 wickets. Avesh Khan will hope to build on the performance against Rajasthan Royals. The pacer took 3/25. Spin trio Ravi Bishnoi, Krunal Pandya, and Amit Mishra have managed to stop the flow of the runs.
LSG Squad
- KL Rahul (captain)
- Kyle Mayers
- Deepak Hooda
- Krunal Pandya
- Nicholas Pooran
- Marcus Stoinis
- Ayush Badoni
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Amit Mishra
- Avesh Khan
- Naveen Ul Haq
- Mark Wood
- Quinton de Kock
- Daniel Sams
- Yash Thakur
- Swapnil Singh
- Romario Shepherd
- Prerak Mankad
- Mayank Yadav
- Manan Vohra
- Yudhvir Singh
- Krishnappa Gowtham
- Karan Sharma
- Jaydev Unadkat
Head-to-Head- PBKS vs LSG
PBKS has met LSG twice in IPL, and both teams have won a match each. The Mohali-based outfit had the last laugh against LSG in the first meeting between both teams this season. Sikandar Raza and Shahrukh Khan impressed in the two-wicket victory in Lucknow.
IPL 2023 Stats – PBKS & LSG
- Most Runs: Shikhar Dhawan – 233 runs (PBKS); KL Rahul – 262 runs (LSG)
- Total Wickets: Arshdeep Singh – 13 wickets (PBKS); Mark Wood – 11 wickets (LSG)
- Most Sixes: Simran Singh – 11 sixes (PBKS); Kyle Mayers – 16 sixes (CSK)
Winner Prediction – PBKS vs LSG
LSG will want to bounce back quickly after the disappointing defeat against Gujarat Titans. The KL Rahul-led franchise, who has a stellar batting line-up, could pick up two points against PBKS on Friday.
Final Thoughts on PBKS & LSG
Seeing two brilliant big hitters – Liam Livingstone and Nicholas Pooran – will be exciting. Whoever goes haywire, the cricket enthusiasts will have plenty of fun.
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