Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants, 42nd Match IPL 2022 – Who Will Win Today’s Match?

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Match Prediction – PBKS vs LSG, 42nd Match IPL 2022 – Who Will Win Today’s Match?

Punjab Kings will take on Lucknow Super Giants in the 42 ^nd match of IPL 2022 at the MCA Stadium in Pune. PBKS and LSG are separated by just two points in the table and both sides are still in the race for the top four spots.

Punjab Kings are currently sixth in the IPL 2022 table. They have won four of their matches and have a net run rate of -0.419. With eight points, PBKS trail Sunrisers Hyderabad, Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bangalore by two points.

They were up against Chennai Super Kings in their most recent match. Opener Shikhar Dhawan Breeze past the 6000-run mark in IPL with a fantastic knock of 88 not out off 59 deliveries. PBKS finished with a commanding total of 187 and their bowling unit managed to defend that total by 11 runs despite Ambati Rayudu almost taking the game away with his magnificent innings.

While restrain in the batting order hasn’t exactly been a characteristic of Punjab Kings this season, they showed that quality in abundance in the previous game. These are signs of improvement, and Punjab Kings will be hoping to capitalize on this opportunity against Lucknow Super Giants.

In their maiden Indian Premier League campaign, Lucknow Super Giants have done pretty well. They have won five of their eight matches and are currently fourth in the table with 10 points and a net run rate of +0.334. They have won three of their last five matches and are heading into this game on a strong run of form.

Lucknow Super Giants defeated Mumbai Indians by 36 runs in the most recent game. Batting first, it was a one man show from captain KL Rahul, who remained not out on 103 and piled up yet another century against MI.

Despite his commanding knock, Lucknow could only manage a total of 168. However, their bowlers were on song and managed to get the job done. Besides Rohit Sharma and Tilak Verma, nobody from the Mumbai Indians camp managed to make a mark in the match.

The two sides have never played an IPL match against each other before and therefore, have no head-to-head record to show. This is Lucknow Super Giants’ debut season in the Indian Premier League.

Head-to-head record

Wins : Punjab Kings 0, Lucknow Super Giants 0

Last 5 matches: Punjab Kings 0, Lucknow Super Giants 0

Who will win today’s match – Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants, 42 ^nd Match IPL 2022?

While the top order and the death bowling are Punjab Kings’ greatest abilities, Lucknow supergiants seem to have the upper hand while heading into this match. They look like a more well-rounded side across all departments and have enough tools in their arsenal to pick up a win here.

Game changers for Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants, 42 ^nd Match IPL 2022

For Punjab Kings all eyes will be on their batting unit comprising stars like Mayank Agarwal, Shikhar Dhawan, Liam Livingstone and Jonny Bairstow. Kagiso Rabada and Arshdeep Singh’s pace-bowling prowess is formidable while Rahul Chahar can dismantle opposition in the middle overs with his spin.

For Lucknow Super Giants, captain KL Rahul is expected to hold most of the cards. The likes of Quinton De Kock, Deepak Hooda, and Ayush Badoni have also done immensely well. Avesh Khan continues to wreak havoc with his pace while Ravi Bishnoi is quickly becoming a world-class leg-spin prospect.

Who will be the best match bowler?

Avesh Khan is the highest wicket-taker for Lucknow Super Giants. He has scalped 11 wickets in seven games and has been an essential cog in the system. The best part about him is that he can bowl during any phase of the match.

Who will win today’s man of the match?

Shikhar Dhawan, Jonny Bairstow, Liam Livingstone, and Kagiso Rabada are expected to be in contention for the man of the match award. Meanwhile, KL Rahul, Quinton De Kock, Krunal Pandya, and Avesh Khan are also expected to be in the running.

Who will be the best batsman for Punjab Kings?

Liam Livingstone has been the best batter for Punjab Kings in IPL 2022. The hard-hitting English batter has slammed 245 runs in eight matches. The jaw-dropping strike rate of over 187 has been the best facet of his game. Livingstone is also known to take wickets in the middle overs.

Who will be the best batsman for Lucknow Super Giants?

KL Rahul has been the second-best batsman in IPL 2022 after Jos Buttler. He has piled up two centuries already with both of them arriving against MI. He is second in the Orange Cap race with 368 runs from eight matches at an average of over 61. Rahul also has a commanding strike rate close to 148.

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