Indian T20 League 2022: Eliminator- Lucknow vs Bangalore- Preview, Probable XIs, Pitch Report, Match Details and Updates
Quinton de Kock-Wanindu Hasaranga (Image Source: BCCI/IPL)
The second match of the Indian T20 League 2022 playoffs, the Eliminator, will take place at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata between Lucknow vs Bangalore. Lucknow started their season on a high but stumbled along their way to the top four. On the other hand, Bangalore’s qualification depended on Mumbai winning the match against Delhi. The two teams will hope to win the all-important competition and take a step closer to their maiden ITL title.
Team News:
Lucknow: Lucknow won a thriller against Kolkata in their last league match. They will be carrying the confidence of performing under pressure into the all-important match.
Probable XI: Quinton de Kock (O) (WK), KL Rahul (C), Evin Lewis (O), Deepak Hooda, Manan Vohra, Marcus Stoinis (O), Jason Holder (O), Krishnappa Gowtham, Mohsin Khan, Avesh Khan, Ravi Bishnoi.
Key Players:
KL Rahul: The most important factor in Lucknow batting is their skipper KL Rahul. He is in great form with 537 runs in the tournament at a strike rate of 135.26 and an average of 48.82. The team will hope for a brilliant start from their skipper in the Eliminator.
Quinton de Kock: In the last match against Kolkata, he played an epic knock of 140 runs from 70 balls. The team will hope that he continues with his golden form.
Mohsin Khan: Mohsin Khan has been the discovery of the season for Lucknow. He has been economical and potent at the same time while bowling the important overs for his team.
Bangalore: Bangalore is brimming with confidence from their win in the last match of the league stage against the table toppers, Gujarat. The biggest positive for the team is Virat Kohli’s return to form. The team will hope that Kohli’s form continues and with that, they carry their winning momentum ahead.
Probable XI: Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis (O) (C), Glenn Maxwell (O), Dinesh Karthik (WK), Rajat Patidar, Mahipal Lomror, Shabaz Ahmed, Wanindu Hasaranga (O), Harshal Patel, Siddharth Kaul, Josh Hazlewood (O).
Key Players:
Virat Kohli: In the last match against Gujarat, Kohli scored 73 runs off 54 deliveries and proved that he thrives under pressure. In a knock-out game, Kohli will be a very important cog in Bangalore’s batting.
Wanindu Hasaranga: Hasaranga has been one of the architects of Bangalore’s stellar performance in the Indian T20 League 2022. He has picked up 24 wickets in the season from 14 matches and has chipped in with wickets regularly in the middle overs. The team will hope that his brilliant run with the ball continues in the stage of the tournament where it matters the most.
Dinesh Karthik: Karthik has evolved as the finisher of the season. He has helped his team pull off some stunning heists. The team will hope that he contributes significantly if and when the team requires it.
Weather Forecast: As per forecasts the match is expected to be impacted by rain. But the chances of a washout are less.
Pitch Report: A sporty wicket with favorable conditions for all is to be expected. Be ready to witness a thrilling contest between the bat and the ball.
Match Details:
Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Time: 7:30 PM
Date: 25th May 2022
Broadcasting Details: Star Sports Network for television, Disney+ Hotstar for Online streaming.
