Preview

PBKS vs LSG: PBKS escaped a Rayudu scare to get two more points and keep them in a relevant position on the points table. Their bowling in the previous game was brilliant, showing vast signs of improvement, while the batting looked a little more sensible. There seemed to be a change in approach with Dhawan starting patiently and then playing a key and silent role as others attacked around him.

LSG are coming in with a win as well after KL Rahul’s one man show against the Mumbai Indians. They are in a good position on the points table despite occasional inconsistencies, and a win here could help take them to third or even second.

Match Details

Match: PBKS vs LSG

Date: 29th April 2022

Time: 7:30 PM IST

Venue: MCA Stadium, Pune

Weather Report

The weather is clear with no rains in the forecast for the PBKS vs LSG game.

Pitch Report

The Pune surface is still fresh after having a few games rescheduled. The surface is starting to hold a touch and low scores are being defended implying that batting first could be a better option despite the presence of dew and small boundaries.

PBKS vs LSG Predicted Playing XI

PBKS Playing XI

Mayank Agarwal (capt), Shikhar Dhawan, Jonny Bairstow, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Rishi Dhawan, Sandeep Sharma, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh

LSG Playing XI

KL Rahul (capt), Quinton de Kock (wk), Manish Pandey, Ayush Badoni, Marcus Stoinis, Deepak Hooda, Krunal Pandya, Jason Holder, Dushmantha Chameera, Avesh Khan, Ravi Bishnoi.

Team News

Both teams are fully fit and likely to remain unchanged.

Key players

Arshdeep Singh

Arshdeep Singh has been exceptional in the death. He controlled a rampaging Ambati Rayudu, and has been going at under six in th least five overs this season. His left arm angle and ability to yorkers has made him a tough customer in the death, while his wicket-taking ability keeps him as a massive threat in the side.

KL Rahul

KL Rahul has two centuries this season and was the sole reason behind LSG’s win in their previous game. He was the only batter who looked comfortable, and with his class a lot more runs are expected this season.

PBKS vs LSG Match Tips

PBKS looked better batting conservatively early on and also bowled better, giving them a strong edge in confidence against a shaky batting line-up in LSG.

Match Prediction: PBKS will win the match.