Punjab Kings will be all set to lock horns against Lucknow Super Giants in this crucial TATA IPL encounter. Welcome to the PBKS vs LKN Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
Punjab Kings were able to stick together to showcase brilliant batting and bowling composure to add an important win in their last match which could raise confidence levels to present a challenging outcome.
Lucknow Super Giants on the other hand have won 3 of their last 5 matches and will come here after a close game against GT which could have been avoided but resulted in defeat.
Probable Winner, Match Tips, and Match Prediction
Lucknow Super Giants should win this match by a very close margin.
Match Odds
PBKS- 2.06 LKN- 1.87
Pitch Report and Toss
The pitch is beneficial for pace bowlers. The winners of the toss should bowl first.
Weather
The weather forecasts a warm humid day.
Probable Playing 11
Punjab Kings
P.Singh (wk), J.Sharma, H.Singh, A.Taide, S.Curran, L.Livingstone, M.Short, A.Singh, N.Ellis, R.Chahar, H.Brar
Lucknow Super Giants
N.Pooran (wk), KL Rahul, D.Hooda, A.Badoni, M.Stoinis, K.Pandya, K.Mayers, A.Mishra, A.Khan, Naveen-ul-Haq, R.Bishnoi
Match Details
TATA IPL
Match: Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants
Date and Time: 28th April – 07:30 pm IST
Venue: Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium, Punjab, India
Telecast: Star Sports Network, Jio Cinema App and Website
PBKS vs LKN Dream11 Team Prediction Today, TATA IPL, Fantasy Cricket Picks, Match Preview
Wicket-Keeper
Nicholas Pooran (8.5 Cr) was out for a run in the last match which will keep him focused on regaining his position as the crucial batsman in the middle order and behind the stumps.
Batsman
Harpreet Singh (5.5 Cr) will aim to give his all after scoring an important 41 runs at a strike rate of 146.43 in the last match that can keep him motivated for this match.
KL Rahul (9.0 Cr) was brilliant in the last match after he was able to add 68 runs at a strike rate of 111.48 and has been consistent on this surface which makes him our prime choice for this encounter.
Ayush Badoni (7.0 Cr) can keep him focused on retaining his batting form with his performance on the field which should allow him to build up consistency.
All-rounders
Sam Curran (8.5 Cr) holds amazing overall potential with crucial wickets and batting abilities that should allow him to give his all in this important fixture which makes him a potential game-changer.
Marcus Stoinis (8.5 Cr) maintained the team’s position with 2 wickets to his name in the last match which can be well pushed with his batting skills that makes him our prime choice for this encounter.
Kyle Mayers (7.5 Cr) can score amazing runs to help the top order but lacks consistency which should keep him motivated to give his all with his recent improvements that makes him an important contributor.
Bowlers
Arshdeep Singh (8.5 Cr) was amazing in his match after adding 4 wickets at an economy rate of 7.25 with a stump-breaking performance which can be a huge morale booster.
Nathan Ellis (7.0 Cr) can find at least one wicket with greater potential for more which is yet to be uncovered in this series but can certainly makes its way through to this match.
Ravi Bishnoi (8.5 Cr) can pick decent wickets but lacks the consistency that should allow him to give his all as he holds a strong record which can lead to a stronger momentum for this contest.
Avesh Khan (8.0 Cr) proved to be strong against RR in their last match highlighting his fighting spirit and current form which makes him a crucial contributor for this game.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
KL Rahul will be our captain because of his amazing batting form that could keep him ready for the challenge.
M.Stoinis will be our vice-captain because of his ability to provide contributions with his batting and bowling skills.
DREAM 11 TEAM
Pooran, Singh, Badoni, KL Rahul (C), Curran, Mayers, Stoinis (VC), Singh, Ellis, Bishnoi, Khan
Dream11 Team Disclaimer
The veracity of our selections and team is based on earnest analysis of the league, matches, and playing 11s. We implore you to forage your team by your own accord with these facets helping spur your decision making.