KKR vs LSG: Predicted playing XI of Kolkata Knight Riders for the do-or-die game
KKR vs LSG (Source: Twitter)
In the 68th match of the Indian Premier League 2023, Kolkata Knight Riders will host Lucknow Super Giants at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. With the race for the playoffs becoming more competitive with each passing game, Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants have one more chance to qualify in their final league match.
If KKR loses tonight, they will be eliminated from the tournament, however, LSG may still qualify for the playoffs even if they lose tonight. With 12 points, KKR must win their final league match to remain in the competition. So for the do-or-die game, KKR would like to play their best xi against the visitors.
Here is the predicted playing xi of KKR:
#Top Order:
1. Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK): Star Afghanistan wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz has been hot and cold this season. However, he has been the best opener with the wicketkeeping options for the franchise. The team would expect him to get some runs in the most important game of the tournament. Gurbaz has scored 217 runs at an average of 21.70 in ten matches.
2. Jason Roy: The opening pair of Kolkata Knight Riders are one of the most inconsistent pairs. However, they have premium and proven players in the world. English batter Jason Roy has been in good touch since he joined the league. He has scored 240 runs at an average of 34.29 in seven matches.
3. Venkatesh Iyer: Star all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer has been phenomenal for the KKR in the ongoing tournament. He has been one of the highest run-getters for the team and has played some crucial knocks for them. Iyer can be used as a floater and could contribute from any position. He has scored 380 runs at an average of 29.23 in 13 innings.
