IPL 2023, PBKS vs LSG: Head-to-Head, Pitch Analysis & Playing XI
Written by Sanjay Kumar
On Friday, April 28, the PCA Stadium in Mohali will host the 38th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 between the Punjab Kings (PBKS) and the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). The PBKS vs LSG match is set to be an exciting encounter, and here’s everything you need to know ahead of the game.
Both teams have won four out of seven matches this season and have a similar record. Despite missing Shikhar Dhawan, Punjab has performed well, while Lucknow comes into the game following a disappointing loss to the Gujarat Titans at home. Despite this, the Super Giants, led by KL Rahul, are still favorites, thanks to their well-balanced squad.
However, caution should be exercised towards skilled Punjab players such as Liam Livingstone and Arshdeep Singh, who are progressively improving their performance. With both teams aiming for their fifth win of the season, we can expect a thrilling match in Mohali.
PBKS vs LSG IPL 2023 Match 38 Details:
- Date and Time: April 28th, 2023, 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: PCA IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali
- Live Streaming: Jio Cinema
- Broadcast: Star Sports Network
PBKS vs LSG Head-to-Head Record:
Teams | Matches Won |
Punjab Kings | 1 win |
Lucknow Super Giants | 1 win |
PBKS vs LSG pitch report for IPL 2023, Match 38
The Mohali pitch favors fast bowlers at the start, but gradually becomes more favorable for batters as the game progresses. During the initial overs, quick bowlers can expect some assistance, but the conditions become more favorable for batting as time goes on. Spinners are unlikely to find much assistance on this track.
Record of chasing teams:
The second batting team boasts impressive records at this venue, having consistently maintained a 60% winning percentage on this ground.
Record in IPL 2023 at the PCA Stadium, Mohali
- 1st-innings score: 176
- 2nd-innings score: 150
- Matches won by the team batting 1st: 2
- Matches won by the team batting 2nd: 1
Probable Playing 11
Punjab Kings
Shahrukh Khan, Harpreet Singh, SM Curran(C), A Taide, MW Short, LS Livingstone, P Simran Singh, JM Sharma(wk), RD Chahar, Harpreet Brar, Arshdeep Singh
Lucknow Super Giants
KL Rahul(C), MP Stoinis, Kyle Mayers, Deepak Hooda, KH Pandya, A Badoni, Nicholas Pooran(wk), Avesh Khan, Ravi Bishnoi, A Mishra, Naveen-ul-Haq
IPL 2023 Match 38 Probable Winners:
Considering the combination, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) is expected to win this match.
Points Table 2023
Pos | Team | PLD | Won | Lost | Tied | N/R | NRR | Pts |
1 | Rajasthan Royals | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.939 | 10 |
2 | Gujarat Titans | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.58 | 10 |
3 | Chennai Super Kings | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.376 | 10 |
4 | Lucknow Super Giants | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.547 | 8 |
5 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | -0.139 | 8 |
6 | Punjab Kings | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | -0.162 | 8 |
7 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 8 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | -0.027 | 6 |
8 | Mumbai Indians | 7 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | -0.62 | 6 |
9 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | -0.725 | 4 |
10 | Delhi Capitals | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | -0.961 | 4 |