The Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow is set to host the crucial 54th match of IPL 2024 between the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Sunday, May 5, 2024; The match starts at 7:30 PM.
Toss update: LSG wins toss and bowl first.
No specific injury concerns are reported for the Lucknow Super Giants or the Kolkata Knight Riders ahead of their clash.
The formidable lineup of Kolkata Knight Riders, buoyed by a streak of two consecutive victories, is set to venture into new grounds.
This will be their first match in an IPL match at Lucknow and it will be interesting to see how they bat.
Head-to-Head:
In their previous encounters, both teams faced each other four times in the IPL.
Matches played: 4, LSG wins: 3 – KKR wins: 1.
In their last match, KKR defeated LSG by eight wickets, with P. Salt scoring 89 runs in just 47 balls and being named the Player of the Match.
Betting odds
There is not much difference between the two teams, as they are equal in terms of players and capacity.
Win Probability: LSG: 45.4% and KKR: 54.5%
Betting Odds: LSG: 2.1 and KKR: 1.75
TV telecast and live streaming
In India, you can watch it on Star Network and it will be streamed in 4K UHD on Jio Cinema in 12 languages. International viewers can tune in to channels like Sky Sports (UK), Fox Sports (Australia), and Willow TV (USA).
Pitch Report:
The pitch at the Ekana Cricket Stadium has showcased distinctive characteristics throughout the tournament.
In the early stages, the pitch offers a good pace and bounce, favouring the pacers. Swing and seam movement can be expected.
As the match progresses, the surface tends to become traditionally slow and sluggish, assisting spinners.
Ground History of IPL 2024:
In IPL 2024 matches at this venue:
- Team Batting Second: Has found success in four out of six matches.
- Average First Innings Total: Stands at 174.
- Average Second Innings Total: Slightly lower at 167.
- Highest Total Recorded: 199/3 by Rajasthan Royals against Lucknow Super Giants.
- The lowest Total Recorded was 130/10 by Gujarat Titans, also against Lucknow.
