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Reports: Former India Cricketer Zaheer Khan Likely To Join LSG As New Mentor

August 21, 2024, 11:43 pm

Former India fast bowler Zaheer Khan is reportedly in discussions with the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to take on the role of the franchise’s new mentor, according to ESPNcricinfo. The Lucknow-based team is interested in adding Khan to their coaching staff, with two other IPL franchises also expressing interest in the 45-year-old cricketer.

Zaheer Khan previously served as the head of global development at Mumbai Indians (MI) and was the director of cricket for the franchise from 2018 to 2022. Following Gautam Gambhir’s departure from the mentor role at LSG, the position has remained vacant. Gambhir had joined Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) as a mentor for IPL 2024 and guided them to their third IPL title.

There were earlier speculations about Zaheer Khan becoming India’s new bowling coach, but the position eventually went to former South African pacer Morne Morkel, who joined Gambhir’s coaching staff.

According to ESPNcricinfo, LSG is considering giving Zaheer Khan a broader role, which would include involvement in scouting and player development programs during the off-season. Justin Langer is currently the head coach of LSG, having taken over from Andy Flower ahead of IPL 2024. The team did not advance to the playoffs in the previous T20 season.

Zaheer Khan, known for his impressive career, has taken 311 Test wickets in 92 matches and 610 wickets in 309 international matches across all formats. He is regarded as one of the finest left-arm pacers in cricket history. In the IPL, Zaheer played 100 matches for Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bangalore, and Delhi Daredevils, claiming 102 wickets at an economy rate of 7.59.

IPL 2024: LSG Owner Sanjiv Goenka Treats Team Captain KL Rahul To Dinner

May 14, 2024, 6:06 pm

Days after a viral heated chat with KL Rahul took the internet by storm, LSG’s owner Sanjiv Goenka treated team captain KL Rahul to dinner on Monday night.

Take a Look: –

KL Rahul with Sanjiv Goenka at the special Dinner in Sanjiv Goenka’s home last night in Delhi. [LSG]

– All is well at LSG Camp. ? pic.twitter.com/W5BtE0Qmff

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) May 14, 2024

As per the pictures from the event, Goenka was hugging Rahul, which has gone viral on social media. Implying, that the duo has already sorted out their differences.

Further, this picture and Sanjiv’s Goenka’s gesture also quashes rumours of any purported rift between the two. Besides, a clip also got viral, where the two were having an animated discussion following LSG’s 10 wicket loss against Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL last week.

Later, the assistant coach of LSG also tried to dismiss this incident, calling it a “robust discussion” in a press conference before LSG V/s DC match.

“I see no problem in a robust discussion between two cricket lovers. For us, it is a storm in a teacup. It’s not a big thing for us. “said Klusener.

In the earlier fated match, LSG witnessed a low score of 165 for 4 being blazingly chased down by SRH openers Travis Head (89 not out off 30 balls) and Abhishek Sharma (75 not out off 28) in a mere 9.4 overs.

Thus, inflicting a huge defeat on Lucknow team in Hyderabad on May 8.

As a result, the team’s owner Sanjiv Goenka allegedly lambasted the captain and expressed his disappointment. Leaving the internet divided.

However, this defeat means that LSG must win their remaining league fixtures against Delhi and Mumbai to have a chance of qualifying for the playoffs.

IPL 2024: Is it the End of KL Rahul as Lucknow Super Giants’ Captain?

May 9, 2024, 5:38 pm

IPL 2024: The Lucknow Super Giants’ (LSG) skipper has made headlines again for the wrong reasons. This time it originated after his team took a hammering from the mighty aggressive Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). After losing to SRH, questions speculated widely over his captaincy and batting.

In a match where SRH chased down 167 runs in less than 10 overs, LSG’s batsmen struggled big time to get going. However, KL Rahul’s inning was widely criticised as he scored 29 off 33 deliveries, not even at a run-a-ball pace.

KL Rahul and LSG’s Owner Sanjiv Goenka Viral Video

After the match, LSG’s owner Sanjiv Goenka and KL Rahul were seen having an agitated conversation which has now sourced fresh rumours. According to anonymous sources, it is believed that KL Rahul might voluntarily step down as LSG’s captain.

After this public spat under cameras, I’m sure that KL Rahul is leaving LSG next year. Fine big money’s riding in IPL and understand the frustration as an owner but it speaks volumes about Sanjiv Goenka as a boss!!

Never do your dirty laundry in public pic.twitter.com/ilKV8UltDb

— Yo Yo Funny Singh (@moronhumor) May 8, 2024

This has been a major issue with KL Rahul as his strike rate has been criticised over the years now. Even this season, he has scored more than 400 runs but his strike rate issue is the elephant in the room.

Will KL Rahul Be Retained Next Year?

The star batter was bought for a record 17 Cr in the 2022 season but it is widely believed that he might not be retained in next year’s edition.

Who Will Captain LSG If Not Rahul?

An IPL source told PTI, “There is a five-day gap before the next game against DC. As of now, no decision has been taken but it is understood that if Rahul plans to just concentrate on his batting for the remaining two games, the management won’t mind.”

With LSG virtually out of the tournament, we might see KL Rahul as a batsman in the next 2 games. Whereas Nicholas Pooran might captain the side.

IPL 2024: Narine’s Explosive Fifty, Salt, Ramandeep Cameos Guide KKR to 235/6 Against LSG

May 5, 2024, 11:21 pm

In the ongoing IPL 2024, Sunil Narine’s exceptional form continued to shine as he led the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) with a stunning display of batting prowess. Narine’s explosive half-century, complemented by solid contributions from Phil Salt and Ramandeep Singh, propelled KKR to a formidable total of 235/6 in their allotted 20 overs against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Lucknow.

Facing the Lucknow Super Giants’ bowling attack, KKR wasted no time asserting dominance. Phil Salt set the tone early on, smashing consecutive boundaries off Marcus Stoinis’ deliveries. The assault continued as Narine and Salt punished Naveen-ul-Haq in the following over, plundering two fours each.

Narine joined the fray in spectacular fashion in the next over bowled by Mohsin Khan, unleashing a barrage of boundaries and a towering six, accumulating 20 runs. KKR raced to the 50-run mark in a mere 3.4 overs, showcasing their aggressive intent.

The partnership between Salt and Narine flourished, adding 61 runs to the scoreboard before Naveen broke through, dismissing Salt for a brisk 32 off just 14 balls. Despite the setback, Narine and Angkrish Raghuvnanshi ensured KKR maintained their momentum, guiding the team past the 100-run mark by the ninth over.

Narine’s brilliance was on full display as he notched up his third half-century of the season in just 27 balls, showcasing his ability to find boundaries at will. However, his aggressive innings came to an end when Ravi Bishnoi managed to catch him on the boundary line.

Andre Russell’s brief cameo and Raghuvanshi’s steady contribution further bolstered KKR’s total. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, KKR’s aggressive approach saw them reach a formidable total of 235/6 at the end of their innings.

Naveen-ul-Haq emerged as the standout bowler for LSG, claiming three crucial wickets, while Yash, Ravi, and Yudhvir also made valuable contributions with the ball.

In conclusion, KKR’s dominant batting performance, led by Sunil Narine’s explosive innings, has set the stage for an enthralling contest against Lucknow Super Giants.

IPL 2024: Brett Lee Slams Lucknow’s Management for Mismanagement of Mayank Yadav’s Injury

May 1, 2024, 2:34 pm

Brett Lee, the former Australian pace maestro, voiced strong criticism regarding the Lucknow Super Giants’ management of Mayank Yadav’s injury saga. Lee highlighted the mismanagement, asserting that thrusting Mayank back into action a mere three weeks after suffering a side strain showcased poor judgment from the team’s hierarchy. Despite Mayank’s initial explosive performances, his return match was marred by another injury scare, raising concerns about the rushed rehabilitation process.

Lee underscored the conventional recovery timeline for such injuries, emphasizing that Mayank’s well-being should have taken precedence over expediency. He lamented the potential repercussions on Mayank’s career, attributing accountability squarely to the leadership and medical staff of the Lucknow Super Giants.

Subsequent updates from Mayank’s coach, Justin Langer, corroborated the severity of the situation, confirming the recurrence of soreness in the same troublesome spot. Langer’s remarks painted a picture of a meticulously executed rehabilitation program, with Mayank reportedly pain-free during practice sessions leading up to the match. However, the cruel twist of fate saw Mayank’s discomfort resurface during the heat of the battle.

KL Rahul, the skipper of LSG, echoed a sentiment of caution, opting to err on the side of prudence by withdrawing Mayank from the fray once discomfort became apparent. Rahul’s comments underscored the delicate balance between nurturing young talent and safeguarding their long-term prospects in the game.

Despite the injury setbacks, Lucknow Super Giants managed to clinch victory against Mumbai Indians, with Marcus Stoinis emerging as the hero of the hour, wielding his bat with finesse to secure a crucial win. Stoinis’ stellar performance earned him the coveted Player of the Match award, serving as a beacon of hope amidst the tumultuous circumstances.

As the dust settled on another pulsating encounter in the IPL, the spotlight shifted to the broader implications of Mayank’s injury and the imperative for a more measured approach to player welfare in professional cricket.

IPL 2024: Hardik Pandya Fined for Breaching This Code of Conduct

May 1, 2024, 1:13 pm

In the recent clash between the Mumbai Indians (MI) and the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the Indian Premier League (IPL), MI’s skipper, Hardik Pandya, found himself on the receiving end of a fine due to a slow over-rate, marking MI’s second such infraction this season. Pandya incurred a hefty fine of Rs 24 lakhs, while his teammates faced penalties of Rs 6 lakhs or 25% of their match fees. Despite the fine, MI faced a tough battle on the field, eventually succumbing to a four-wicket defeat against LSG.

The match saw notable performances from Nehal Wadhera, Ishan Kishan, and Tim David for MI, with Mohsin Khan and Marcus Stoinis shining for LSG. Stoinis’ impressive 62-run innings, comprising seven fours and two sixes, proved decisive in steering LSG to victory. The win propelled LSG to the third spot in the IPL standings, with six wins and four losses, accumulating 12 points in total. This victory underscores LSG’s strong position in the tournament and serves as a testament to their competitive edge in the IPL.

IPL 2024: Rohit Sharma Playfully Teases LSG Spinner “Baal Kab Katwa Raha Hai?”

April 29, 2024, 11:18 pm

Senior Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma jokingly teased Ravi Bishnoi on Monday, asking him, “When are you getting your haircut?” before the IPL clash between Lucknow Super Giants and Mumbai Indians in Lucknow.

In a light-hearted moment during the teams’ practice session at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, Rohit, the Mumbai Indians legend and Indian captain, made a witty comment that sparked laughter between them when the young leg-spinner Bishnoi approached him.

Mumbai Indians captured this humorous interaction and shared it on their social media platform ‘X’, with the caption: “We always stand at a one-hand distance.”

Rohit’s playful banter showcased his fun-loving side, contributing to a sense of camaraderie.

Such friendly exchanges between senior and junior players often help strengthen bonds and alleviate tension during intense sporting competitions.

Despite the competitiveness of the game, moments like these underscore the importance of enjoying oneself and cultivating a positive team atmosphere.

IPL 2024: Rajasthan Solidify Their Position as They Outplay Lucknow Super Giants

April 28, 2024, 1:32 am

The formidable unbeaten 121-run partnership between Sanju Samson and Dhruv Jurel propelled Rajasthan Royals (RR) to a commanding 7-wicket triumph over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Saturday. RR’s skipper Samson led the charge with an impressive 71 off 33 balls, while Jurel contributed a quickfire 52 off 34 deliveries.

Despite LSG’s efforts, including missed opportunities in the field, RR chased down the target of 197 with authority. Opening batsmen Yashasvi Jaiswal and Jos Buttler set the tone with a strong start, although Buttler fell early to Yash Thakur’s pace. Despite some setbacks, RR’s middle order, led by Samson and Jurel, maintained composure and aggression to secure a convincing victory.

Earlier, LSG posted a competitive total of 196/5, buoyed by KL Rahul and Deepak Hooda’s stellar fifties. However, RR’s bowlers, particularly Sandeep Sharma, made crucial breakthroughs to limit LSG’s innings. With this win, RR showcased their batting prowess and solidified their position in the tournament.

Ruturaj Gaikwad, K.L. Rahul Fined Rs.12 Lakhs For Slow Over rate

April 20, 2024, 1:02 pm

The Skipper of Chennai Super Kings and the captain of Lucknow SuperGiants KL Rahul have been fined by BCCI for the breach of IPL’s Model Code of Conduct in their most recent IPL game held at Ekana Sports City in Lucknow.

Both players have been fined Rs. 12 lakh each due to slow-over-rate maintenance. In an ongoing match on Friday.

However, both have received the penalty of minimum nature. As it was a first offense of the season.

According to the official statement, the BCCI said, “KL Rahul, Captain, Lucknow Supergiant’s has been fined after his team maintained a slow over-rate during Match 34 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 against Chennai Super Kings at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. As it was his team’s first offense of the season under the IPL’s Code of Conduct relating to minimum over-rate offenses, Rahul was fined INR 12 Lakh.”

For the captain of Chennai Superkings, BCCI further said the similar thing, “Mr. Ruturaj Gaikwad, Captain, Chennai Super Kings has been fined after his team maintained a slow over-rate during Match 34 of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 against Lucknow Super Giants at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. As it was his team’s first offense of the season under the IPL’s Code of Conduct relating to minimum over-rate offenses, Gaikwad was fined INR 12 Lac.”

Coming to the match, Lucknow super giants defeated Chennai Superkings by 8 wickets. KL Rahul got the ‘player of the match’ award for his knock of 82 off 53 balls. While Quinton-de-Kock of South Africa smashed 54 off 43 balls. Helping LSG reaching the target run of 177 in 19 overs.

IPL 2024: KL, Quinton’s Fifties Propel LSG to an Eight-Wicket Win Over Chennai Super Kings

April 20, 2024, 12:10 am

A partnership of a hundred runs between Quinton de Kock and captain KL Rahul led the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to an eight-wicket victory against the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow on Friday.

During their chase of 177 runs, LSG’s openers, Quinton de Kock and KL Rahul, provided a solid start. Captain KL Rahul was the aggressor, particularly targeting the pace trio of Deepak Chahar, Mustafizur Rahman, and Tushar Deshpande with his fluent shotmaking in this IPL season. KL reached his 50 off 31 balls, comprising five fours and three sixes.

The partnership between De Kock and KL ended at 134 runs, with De Kock dismissed for 54 off 43 balls. LSG finished their innings at 180/2 in 19 overs, with Nicholas Pooran and Marcus Stoinis remaining unbeaten.

Earlier, a partnership of 51 runs between Ravindra Jadeja and Moeen Ali, along with MS Dhoni’s late cameo, propelled CSK to a total of 176/6. Despite LSG’s early breakthroughs, CSK managed to post a competitive total, thanks to contributions from various players, including Jadeja’s 57 runs and Dhoni’s unbeaten 28 runs.

DC Breaks LSG’s Massive Record

April 13, 2024, 12:21 am

Delhi Capitals secured a significant victory by defeating Lucknow Super Giants with six wickets, marking a historic moment as LSG couldn’t defend a target exceeding 160 on their home ground for the first time in an Indian Premier League match at Ekana Cricket Stadium. This win propelled Delhi Capitals from the bottom of the table to the ninth position after comfortably chasing down 168 runs with eleven balls remaining.

Despite a late surge from Ayush Badoni and Arshad Khan, who contributed to a competitive total for LSG, DC, led by debutant Jake Fraser-McGurk and captain Rishabh Pant, responded effectively. Despite a shaky start with David Warner’s dismissal, Fraser-McGurk and Prithvi Shaw’s partnership in the powerplay lifted Delhi’s spirits.

Although LSG struck back with Shaw’s dismissal, Fraser-McGurk’s resilient batting, complemented by Pant’s aggressive approach, ensured DC’s victory. LSG faced early setbacks with Quinton de Kock and Devdutt Padikkal’s dismissals, but KL Rahul’s aggressive innings provided some resistance.

However, Kuldeep Yadav’s three-wicket haul and effective bowling from other DC bowlers limited LSG to 167/7. In response, DC’s solid batting performance, led by Fraser-McGurk and Pant, guided them to victory with a score of 170/4.

Yash Thakur’s five-for guides LSG to victory against GT

April 8, 2024, 3:09 am

Yash Thakur’s rapid bowling unsettled Gujarat Titans as Lucknow Super Giants clinched a convincing 33-run win in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at Ekana Cricket Stadium on Sunday. With Mayank Yadav sidelined due to an injury after just one over, Yash stepped up and led GT’s downfall with an impressive performance.

Despite a strong start in the chase of 164, GT faced setbacks after the powerplay. In the absence of Wriddhiman Saha, Sai Sudharsan and skipper Shubman Gill formed a solid opening partnership, with Sudharsan leading the charge. However, Yash Thakur’s breakthrough by dismissing Gill for 19 shifted the momentum in LSG’s favor.

LSG’s spinners, supported by fielding brilliance, capitalized on the momentum swing, limiting GT to 130 all out. Earlier, LSG’s decision to bat first didn’t start well as Umesh Yadav struck early, but contributions from KL Rahul, Marcus Stoinis, and Nicholas Pooran powered them to 163/5.

IPL 2024: GT vs SRH & DC vs CSK, When and Where to Watch, Results So Far

March 30, 2024, 11:06 pm

The ongoing match between LSG and PBKS can be watched live on Star Sports Network TV Channels and online on Jio Cinema.

IPL 2024: The top 3 teams in the points table are Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Rajasthan Royals (RR). All three teams have 4 points each. Lucknow Super Giants are the only team who haven’t opened their account. They will be hoping to win the match today and secure their first win.

The cricket carnival moves to Ahmedabad tomorrow for the Gujarat Titans (GT) vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) match. Followed by the match of Delhi Capitals (DC) vs Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Visakhapatnam in the evening. SRH and CSK are coming off fresh wins. While the GT and DC lost their last match respectively.

Schedule and Results So Far:

The schedule for the next 10 matches is given below.

1 March 22 7:30 PM CSK vs RCB Chennai (CSK won by 6 wkts)
2 March 23 3:30 PM PBKS vs DC Mohali (PBKS won by 4 wkts)
3 March 23 7:30 PM KKR vs SRH Kolkata (KKR won by 4 runs)
4 March 24 3:30 PM RR vs LSG Jaipur (RR won by 20 runs)
5 March 24 7:30 PM GT vs MI Ahmedabad (GT won by 6 runs)
6 March 25 7:30 PM RCB vs PBKS Bengaluru (RCB won by 4 wkts)
7 March 26 7:30 PM CSK vs GT Chennai (CSK won by 63 runs)
8 March 27 7:30 PM SRH vs MI Hyderabad (SRH won by 31 runs)
9 March 28 7:30 PM RR vs DC Jaipur (RR won by 12 runs)
10 March 29 7:30 PM RCB vs KKR Bengaluru (KKR won by 7 wkts)
11 March 30 7:30 PM LSG vs PBKS Lucknow (Ongoing)
12 March 31 3:30 PM GT vs SRH Ahmedabad (Tomorrow)
13 March 31 7:30 PM DC vs CSK Visakhapatnam (Tomorrow)
14 April 1 7:30 PM MI vs RR Mumbai
15 April 2 7:30 PM RCB vs LSG Bengaluru
16 April 3 7:30 PM DC vs KKR Visakhapatnam
17 April 4 7:30 PM GT vs PBKS Ahmedabad
18 April 5 7:30 PM SRH vs CSK Hyderabad
19 April 6 7:30 PM RR vs RCB Jaipur
20 April 7 3:30 PM MI vs DC Mumbai

When and Where to Watch:

Both matches will be coming live on the Star Sports Network TV Channels and online on Jio Cinema. The encounter between GT and SRH starts at 3:30 PM (IST) tomorrow. The evening match between DC and CSK will start at 7:30 PM (IST).

IPL 2024: LSG vs PBKS, When and Where to Watch, Results So Far

March 29, 2024, 10:44 pm

The ongoing match between RCB and KKR can be watched live on Star Sports Network TV Channels and online on Jio Cinema.

IPL 2024: The points table stands with the defending champions Chennai Super Kings right on the top. They are followed by the Rajasthan Royals (RR) which is the only other team that has won both their matches. However, Kolkata Knight Riders look set to win their ongoing encounter against the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and join CSK and RR on the top.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) will go head-to-head tomorrow in LSG’s backyard. Having lost their opening encounter, LSG will be looking to open their account in the points table. While Punjab will be looking to get back to winning ways following their loss against the RCB.

Schedule and Results So Far:

The schedule for the next 10 matches is given below.

1 March 22 7:30 PM CSK vs RCB Chennai (CSK won by 6 wkts)
2 March 23 3:30 PM PBKS vs DC Mohali (PBKS won by 4 wkts)
3 March 23 7:30 PM KKR vs SRH Kolkata (KKR won by 4 runs)
4 March 24 3:30 PM RR vs LSG Jaipur (RR won by 20 runs)
5 March 24 7:30 PM GT vs MI Ahmedabad (GT won by 6 runs)
6 March 25 7:30 PM RCB vs PBKS Bengaluru (RCB won by 4 wkts)
7 March 26 7:30 PM CSK vs GT Chennai (CSK won by 63 runs)
8 March 27 7:30 PM SRH vs MI Hyderabad (SRH won by 31 runs)
9 March 28 7:30 PM RR vs DC Jaipur (RR won by 12 runs)
10 March 29 7:30 PM RCB vs KKR Bengaluru (Ongoing)
11 March 30 7:30 PM LSG vs PBKS Lucknow (Tomorrow)
12 March 31 3:30 PM GT vs SRH Ahmedabad
13 March 31 7:30 PM DC vs CSK Visakhapatnam
14 April 1 7:30 PM MI vs RR Mumbai
15 April 2 7:30 PM RCB vs LSG Bengaluru
16 April 3 7:30 PM DC vs KKR Visakhapatnam
17 April 4 7:30 PM GT vs PBKS Ahmedabad
18 April 5 7:30 PM SRH vs CSK Hyderabad
19 April 6 7:30 PM RR vs RCB Jaipur
20 April 7 3:30 PM MI vs DC Mumbai

When and Where to Watch:

The match between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) will be coming live tomorrow on Star Sports Network TV Channels and online on Jio Cinema. The match commences at 7:30 PM (IST).

‘I enjoy the crowd chanting his name’, Naveen-ul-Haq on Virat Kohli

May 25, 2023, 4:17 pm

On Thrusday, Lucknow Super Giants pacer Naveen-ul-Haq opened up on the heated chat with Royal Challengers Bangalore star batter Virat Kohli and said that he “enjoys” when the crowd chants his name while he bowls.

“I enjoy it. I like the crowd chanting Virat Kohli’s name or any other player’s name. It gives me passion to play well for my team,” Naveen said.

The Afghanistan pace bowler was on fire with the ball as he picked up four crucial wickets to keep LSG in the game.

However, his efforts were futile, as LSG bundled out on a score of 101. The crowd starts to chant Virat Kohli’s name whenever he prepares to bowl. But he ensured that all these chants gave him the passion to play better.

Mumbai Indians thrashes LSG by 81 runs to reach qualifier 2

May 25, 2023, 2:11 am

A fiery five-wicket by Akash Madhwal helped Mumbai Indians (MI) seal an 81-run win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) eliminator match at Chennai on Wednesday, setting up a clash with defending champions Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 2. LSG has been knocked out of the tournament. In the chase for 183, LSG was off to a poor start. Akash Madhwal continued his brilliant form, dismissing Prerak Mankad for three off six balls, with Hritik Shokeen taking the catch. LSG was 12/1 in 1.5 overs.
The North Indian side was dealt another heavy blow in the powerplay as the dangerous Kyle Mayers was dismissed for 18 off 13 balls. Chris Jordan took his first wicket, and Green took a great catch. LSG was 23/2 in 3.2 overs. Following this, Marcus Stoinis and Krunal Pandya started to build a partnership. The duo took LSG through the remainder of the powerplay without taking any wickets. LSG reached the 50-run mark in 5.4 overs.
At the end of the powerplay, LSG was at 54/2, with Stoinis (28*) and Krunal (2*) unbeaten. Stoinis and Krunal smashed Hritik for 18 runs in the sixth over. The 46-run stand between the duo was broken by spinner Piyush Chawla. Krunal was dismissed for eight off 11 balls after being caught by Tim David at long-on. LSG was 69/3 in 8.2 overs.
LSG was bundled out for 101 in 16.3 overs. MI won by 81 runs to seal the qualifier 2 match against the Gujarat Titans. Madhwal was the pick of the bowlers, taking 5/5 in 3.3 overs. Chris Jordan and Piyush got a wicket each. Solid knocks from Cameron Green and Suryakumar Yadav and a fine cameo from Nehal Wadhera in the death overs helped Mumbai Indians (MI) reach 182/8 in their 20 overs of the Indian Premier League (IPL) eliminator against Lucknow Super Giants at Chennai on Wednesday.
Electing to bat first, skipper Rohit Sharma and Ishan gave yet another brisk start to MI. The duo smashed LSG skipper Krunal Pandya for 16 runs in the third over, including two fours and a six. LSG put an end to MI’s intent-filled start as Naveen-ul-Haq stepped in to dismiss Rohit for 11 off 10 balls, with Ayush Badoni taking the catch at covers. MI was 30/1 in 3.2 overs.
Cameron Green was next up in the crease. The centurion from the last match started by smashing Naveen for two successive boundaries. However, Ishan could not sustain himself at the crease for longer as he edged the ball straight into the hands of wicketkeeper Nicholas Pooran for 15 off 12 balls. Yash Thakur got his first wicket. MI was at 38/2 in 4.2 overs. MI touched the 50-run mark in 5.1 overs.
In the final over of the powerplay, Krunal’s struggles continued as he gave away 16 runs, including three boundaries by Green. MI was 62/2 in six overs, with Green (23*) and Suryakumar Yadav (9*) unbeaten. Suryakumar and Green started to hit aggressively and build a partnership. The duo also brought up their fifty-run stand in just 28 balls.

Lucknow Super Giants win toss, choose to bowl against Gujarat Titans

May 7, 2023, 3:34 pm

Lucknow Super Giants captain Krunal Pandya won the toss and opted to bowl first against Gujarat Titans in their Indian Premier League 2023 match here at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday.

“We will bowl first. It’s a dream come true for us to lead our respective sides. Overall, the wicket will play the same. We have a good batting side, and we fancy our chance to chase down the total. We have played good cricket, and we stand at a good stage in the points table,” Krunal Pandya said confidently.

The Lucknow Super Giants have included wicket-keeper batsman De Kock in their playing XI, while Naveen misses out. Meanwhile, the Gujarat Titans skipper, Hardik Pandya, expressed his preference to bat first but was content with the outcome of the toss.

“We would have batted. I got what I wanted. It’s an emotional day; our father would have been proud. This is something happening for the first time, so our family is proud. One Pandya will definitely win today. It’s about expressing ourselves and not worrying about the result. The fear of failure might creep in, but we need to play good cricket. One is forced to change; Little is out as he has to play for Ireland; Alzarri comes in for him,” Hardik Pandya said with a sense of emotion.

Probable XI:
Lucknow Super Giants (Playing XI): Quinton de Kock (w), Kyle Mayers, Deepak Hooda, Karan Sharma, Krunal Pandya (c), Marcus Stoinis, Swapnil Singh, Yash Thakur, Ravi Bishnoi, Mohsin Khan, and Avesh Khan.

Probable XI:
Gujarat Titans (Playing XI): Wriddhiman Saha (w), Shubman Gill, Hardik Pandya (c), Vijay Shankar, David Miller, Abhinav Manohar, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Mohit Sharma, Noor Ahmad, and Mohammed Shami.

LSG Impact subs: Ayush Badoni, Amit Mishra, Daniel Sams, Yudhvir Singh, and Prerak Mankad
GT Impact subs: Alzarri Joseph, Dasun Shanaka, KS Bharat, Shivam Mavi, and Jayant Yadav

Chennai Super Kings won the toss, LSG wickets fell early after MS Dhoni chose to bowl

May 3, 2023, 4:57 pm

On Wednesday, Chennai Super Kings skipper MS Dhoni won the toss and decided to bowl first against the Lucknow Super Giants at Ekana Sports City stadium in Lucknow.

LSG has played this fixture without their skipper and star batsman, KL Rahul, as he suffered a hamstring injury in the last match against RCB.

CSK will try to exploit this gap in their batting order. If CSK wins today’s match, they might end up at the top of the points table, depending on their margin of victory. LSG can also claim the top spot with a victory.

CSK skipper MS Dhoni said at the toss, “We’ll bowl first. The fact that the wicket was under cover and looked a bit tacky means we’ll look to bowl first. You have to see all the conditions and the venue.

LSG stand-in skipper Krunal Pandya said at the toss, “We wanted to bat first, so it is even Stevens.” The batters can go out and express themselves. KL is a big loss; he’s a quality player, but it creates an opportunity.

So far, LSG has scored 42 runs with the loss of four wickets in nine overs. Their openers went to the pavillion very early.

CSK (Playing XI):

Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway, Ajinkya Rahane, Moeen Ali, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (captain & wk), Deepak Chahar, Matheesha Pathirana, Tushar Deshpande, Maheesh Theekshana

LSG (Playing XI):

Kyle Mayers, Manan Vohra, Karan Sharma, Ayush Badoni, Marcus Stoinis, Nicholas Pooran (w), Krunal Pandya (c), Krishnappa Gowtham, Naveen-ul-Haq, Ravi Bishnoi, Mohsin Khan

Kohli, Gambhir fined hundred percent of the match fees for verbal spat

May 2, 2023, 4:40 pm

Cricketers Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir have been fined 100 percent of their match fees for breaching the Code of Conduct during the Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Lucknow Super Giants held in Lucknow on Monday.

The Royal Challengers Bangalore batter and the Lucknow Super Giants’ team mentor admitted to the Level 2 offence under Article 2.21 of the IPL Code of Conduct during the match at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium. LSG bowler Naveen-ul-Haq was also fined 50 percent of his match fees for breaching the Code of Conduct. Naveen-ul-Haq admitted to the Level 1 offence under Article 2.21 of the IPL Code of Conduct.

The altercation happened after RCB had bowled LSG out for 108 after scoring 126/9 in 20 overs, with KL Rahul batting through a leg injury in an unsuccessful attempt to take his side to victory. During the Lucknow innings, Kohli celebrated the fall of wickets with his usual aggressive gestures.

In the previous encounter between the two sides last month, LSG team mentor Gambhir signalled to the RCB home crowd to be quiet after LSG’s narrow win. Not only did Kohli blow kisses at the Lucknow crowd when their team lost a wicket, but he also emulated Gambhir by pressing his finger to his lips, emulating the keep silent sign.

After the match ended, the two shook hands, and things looked fine. LSG opener Kyle Mayers walked up to Kohli and started speaking something when Gambhir came and took Mayers away. A little while after this incident, visuals from the match showed Gautam Gambhir animatedly speaking to Virat Kohli. Other players, including KL Rahul, and support staff were seen separating the two. Kohli was then seen having a lengthy chat with LSG captain KL Rahul.

IPL 2023: Gujarat Titans clinch thrilling 7-run win over Lucknow Super Giants

April 22, 2023, 8:28 pm

In their Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, Gujarat Titans (GT) defeated the hosts Lucknow Super Giants(LSG) by seven runs thanks to one of the best death-bowling performances in T20 cricket from Mohammed Shami and Mohit Sharma. This resulted in skipper KL Rahul’s half-century being ineffective.

With this victory, GT has four victories, two losses, and a total of eight points, placing them in fourth place in the points standings. With four victories, three losses, and a total of eight points, LSG is ranked second. KL Rahul began the 136-run chase after playing another maiden over. However, he started to rampage after the third over, slamming Rashid Khan for two straight boundaries in the fifth over and Mohammed Shami for three straight fours.

GT finished their innings at 135/6, with Stoinis getting his second wicket on the final ball of the innings. David Miller was dismissed for six runs off 12 balls after being caught by Hooda. Krunal was the leading bowler for LSG, with a spell of 2/16 in four overs. Marcus Stoinis took 2/20 in his three overs. Naveen and Amit took a wicket each.

Brief Scores: GT: 135/6 (Hardik Pandya 66, Wriddhiman Saha 47, Krunal Pandya 2/16) won against LSG: 128/7 (KL Rahul 68, Kyle Mayers 24, Noor Ahmed 2/18).