IPL 2024 Playoffs Qualification Scenario For LSG: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) experienced a devastating 10-wicket defeat at the hands of Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2024 match on Thursday (May 8). This loss has dealt a significant blow to LSG's hopes of qualifying for IPL 2024 playoffs. With only two games left in the league stage, let's assess Lucknow's IPL 2024 qualification scenario following SRH vs LSG IPL 2024 match.
Can Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Qualify For IPL 2024 Playoffs following defeat in SRH vs LSG IPL 2024 Match?
With 6 wins and 6 defeats from 12 IPL 2024 matches, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) currently occupy the 6th spot in the IPL 2024 Points table. However, their hopes for qualifying for the IPL 2024 playoffs suffered a significant setback following their devastating 10-wicket defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).
Having two more matches left in the league stage, LSG, currently with 12 points, can potentially reach a maximum of 16 points if they win both their remaining games. Typically, teams aim for at least 16 points to secure a spot in the IPL 2024 Playoffs. Therefore, LSG's path to qualification now depends on winning their remaining matches and relying on other results to go their way.
In previous seasons of Indian Premier League (IPL), teams with fewer than 16 points at the end of the league stage have managed to qualify for playoffs. However, the current scenario appears more challenging for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Table-toppers Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) have already secured 16 points each, and there are three other teams in contention that could also reach or surpass the 16-point mark.
For LSG to remain alive in IPL 2024 Playoffs race, it's crucial for them to not only focus on winning their remaining two matches to reach the 16-point mark but also to keep a close eye on their net run-rate. As the tournament approaches its conclusion, every run and wicket could become decisive in determining LSG's playoff fate.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) remaining matches in IPL 2024 league stage
Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on May 14
Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on May 17