LSG vs RCB Dream11 Prediction: Fantasy Cricket Tips, Today's Playing 11, Player Stats, Pitch Report for IPL 2023, Match 43
The 43rd match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 will see the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) take on Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Monday, May 1. Ahead of the match, here's everything you need to know about the LSG vs RCB Dream11 prediction.
The Lucknow Super Giants have been one of the more impressive sides this season, winning five out of their eight matches so far. The Super Giants' batting unit has been brilliant with the likes of Avesh Khan and Ravi Bishnoi also chipping in with the ball.
Royal Challengers Bangalore, meanwhile, have four wins in eight matches with their top-order trio of Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis, and Glenn Maxwell leading the way with the bat. The reverse fixture saw the Lucknow Super Giants edge Royal Challengers Bangalore in a last-ball thriller and will also head into this game as the favorites owing to home conditions.
With two crucial points up for grabs, another thriller beckons between the two sides in Lucknow.
LSG vs RCB Match Details, IPL 2023, Match 43
The Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bangalore will lock horns in the 43rd match of IPL 2023 in Lucknow on Monday, May 1. The game is set to take place at 7:30 PM IST. The live score & commentary of the game can be followed in the Sportskeeda Live Score section.
LSG vs RCB, IPL 2023, Match 43
Date and Time: May 1st, 2023, 7:30 PM IST
Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Live Streaming: Jio Cinema
Broadcast: Star Sports Network
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LSG vs RCB pitch report for IPL 2023, Match 43
The average first-innings score at the Ekana Stadium reads 150, indicating a competitive wicket. The previous game at the venue saw Gujarat Titans defend 135 with pacers relying on off-pace deliveries more often than not. Spinners should also have a say, having accounted for nearly half the wickets in the previous game. Batting first could be the preferred option, with the pitch expected to slow down as the match progresses.
Record in IPL 2023 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
1st-innings score: 150
2nd-innings score: 137
Matches won by the team batting 1st: 2
Matches won by the team batting 2nd: 2
LSG vs RCB probable playing 11s for today’s match
Lucknow Super Giants injury/team news
Marcus Stoinis is doubtful for this game.
Lucknow Super Giants probable playing 11
KL Rahul (c), Kyle Mayers, Deepak Hooda, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Marcus Stoinis/Daniel Sams, Krunal Pandya, Ayush Badoni, Ravi Bishnoi, Mark Wood/Naveen ul Haq, Avesh Khan and Yash Thakur.
Royal Challengers Bangalore injury/team news
No new injury concerns for Royal Challengers Bangalore.
Royal Challengers Bangalore probable playing 11
Faf du Plessis (c), Virat Kohli, Shahbaz Ahmed, Mahipal Lomror, Glenn Maxwell, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Wanindu Hasaranga, Michael Bracewell/David Willey, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Siraj and Vyshak Vijaykumar.
LSG vs RCB Dream11 match top picks
Top Wicketkeeper Pick
Nicholas Pooran (8 matches, 216 runs, SR: 194.59)
Nicholas Pooran has been brilliant for the Super Giants, scoring 216 runs in eight matches. He has a strike rate of 194.59, holding him in good stead.
Pooran was the star of the show in the reverse fixture, scoring a quickfire fifty, and should be a good addition to your LSG vs RCB Dream11 prediction team.
Top Batter Pick
Faf du Plessis (8 matches, 422 runs, Average: 60.29)
Faf du Plessis is the leading run-scorer in the IPL this season, scoring 422 runs in eight matches. He is averaging 60.29 with five fifties in seven matches.
Given his ability against both pace and spin, du Plessis is a top pick for your LSG vs RCB Dream11 prediction team.
Top All-rounder Pick
Krunal Pandya (8 matches, 108 runs, 6 wickets)
Krunal Pandya has had his moments this season for the Super Giants, scoring 108 runs and picking up six wickets in eight matches. He has impressed at the Ekana Stadium in particular, even winning a Player of the Match award against the Sunrisers Hyderabad earlier in the season.
With the conditions suiting his skill set, Krunal is a fine choice for your LSG vs RCB Dream11 prediction team.
Top Bowler Pick
Mohammed Siraj (8 matches, 14 wickets, Average: 16.64)
Mohammed Siraj is the leading wicket-taker in the IPL this season, picking up 14 wickets in eight matches. He has been sensational with the new ball and is averaging 16.64 with the ball this season.
With Siraj in good form coming into this game, he is a good pick for your LSG vs RCB Dream11 Prediction team.
LSG vs GT match captain and vice-captain choices
Wanindu Hasaranga
Wanindu Hasaranga has been decent with the ball in the IPL this season. He has six wickets in five matches with an average of 25.50. With Hasaranga bound to enjoy the conditions on offer and capable of adding value with the bat, he is a viable choice as captain or vice-captain for your LSG vs RCB Dream11 prediction team.
KL Rahul
KL Rahul is a fine batting talent with an IPL average in excess of 45. Rahul has 274 runs in eight matches with a couple of fifties to his name as well. Although his strike rate has left room for improvement, there is no denying Rahul's hunger for big runs, making him a top captaincy choice for your LSG vs RCB Dream11 prediction team.
5 Must-picks with player stats for LSG vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Team
LSG vs RCB match expert tips for IPL 2023, Match 43
Glenn Maxwell has been RCB's best batter in the middle overs this season, scoring 258 runs in eight matches. He is striking at 186.96 and also scored a fifty against the Super Giants earlier in the season. With Maxwell also likely to chip in with his off-spin, he is a good differential pick for your LSG vs RCB Dream11 prediction team.
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LSG vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Team Today, Head To Head League
Wicketkeeper: Nicholas Pooran
Batters: Faf du Plessis, KL Rahul (c), Deepak Hooda
All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Wanindu Hasaranga (vc), Krunal Pandya
Bowlers: Harshal Patel, Mohammed Siraj, Naveen ul Haq, Ravi Bishnoi
LSG vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Team Today, Grand League
Wicketkeeper: Nicholas Pooran
Batters: Faf du Plessis, KL Rahul (vc), Ayush Badoni
All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Krunal Pandya
Bowlers: Harshal Patel, Mohammed Siraj, Naveen ul Haq, Amit Mishra