SRH vs LSG Preview – Hyderabad, Lucknow eye crucial win to remain in contention

An upbeat Sunrisers Hyderabad will take on Lucknow Super Giants in the 58th league fixture of the ongoing Indian Premier League 2023 season. The Orange Army come into the game after pulling off a sensational last-ball heist against Rajasthan Royals in their previous outing.

Aiden Markram’s side were under the pump after conceding 214 runs in the first innings. However, the batters did their thing in the second innings in the second innings. Needing 41 runs in the final two overs, the Hyderabad-based outfit were seemingly out of the game before Glenn Phillips and Abdul Samad pulled a rabbit out of the hat to keep SRH alive in the competition.

Meanwhile, Lucknow Super Giants are heading into the crucial fixture after a chastening defeat against league leaders Gujarat Titans in their last encounter. They have hit a rough patch of late and need to win the upcoming fixture to remain in contention for a playoff spot in the 16th edition of the competition.

Pitch and Conditions

The last match at this venue saw the bowlers from both sides dominate the proceedings in the middle. The team winning the toss would be inclined to bat first. Given the assistance to the slower bowlers in the latter stages of the match.

Venue details: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Uppal in Hyderabad

Last T20 match at the venue: KKR- 171/89 (20 overs) SRH- 166/8 (20 overs)

Here’s the probable playing XI for Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Lucknow Super Giants:

Sunrisers Hyderabad

The home side will be delighted by the form of young batter Abhishek Sharma at the top of the order. Meanwhile, the inclusion of Glenn Phillips in place of a struggling Harry Brook also proved to be a masterstroke.

Lucknow Super Giants

Krunal Pandya’s side have struggled for consistency in the last few outings, especially with the bat. KL Rahul’s loss is a big blow for the side, but they will hope to get back to winning ways in their next outing against Aiden Markram’s side.