In their upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 fixture, Royal Challengers Bangaluru (RCB) will take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Bengaluru on April 2 (Tuesday). RCB currently sit ninth in the IPL 2024 points table, having garnered two points from three matches, with one win and two defeats. On the other hand, LSG occupy the sixth position with two points from two games, comprising one victory and one loss.
In IPL 2024 match 15, LSG will strive for their second consecutive victory. They showcased a dominant performance in their previous match against the Punjab Kings (PBKS). Conversely, RCB will seek to rebound from their recent loss to the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and return to the winning column.
With the anticipation building for the RCB vs LSG IPL 2024 clash, let’s look at the probable playing 11s for both the teams:
RCB’s Probable Playing 11 For RCB vs LSG, IPL 2024 Match
Virat Kohli:
Set to open, Kohli will lead RCB's batting with 181 runs in three matches, including two half-centuries and an unbeaten 83 in the last game.
Faf du Plessis (C):
RCB's captain has struggled for form, managing 35 runs in one outing.
Cameron Green:
Green's quickfire 33 in the last match adds to his tally of 54 runs in three games, with two wickets to his name.
Mahipal Lomror:
Likely to replace Rajat Patidar, Lomror is expected to bolster RCB's middle-order after Patidar's batting struggles.
Glenn Maxwell:
Despite recent difficulties, Maxwell showed promise in the last match with 28 runs off 19 balls.
Anuj Rawat (WK):
With a strike rate of over 147, Rawat has been a valuable contributor with the bat, scoring 62 runs in three games.
Dinesh Karthik:
A hard-hitter in the death overs, Karthik has amassed 86 runs in three games at a striking rate of over 195.
Lockie Ferguson:
Expected to replace Alzarri Joseph, Ferguson's inclusion aims to strengthen RCB's bowling attack.
Mayank Dagar:
Dagar's economical bowling and wicket-taking ability make him a vital spinner for RCB.
Mohammed Siraj:
Despite a costly spell in the last match, Siraj has picked up two wickets in three games, providing pace to the attack.
Yash Dayal:
Leading wicket-taker for RCB with three scalps in three matches, Dayal has maintained an impressive economy rate.
Impact Players:
Rajat Patidar, Suyash Prabhudessai, Karn Sharma, Vijaykumar Vyshak, and Swapnil Singh are poised to be the impact substitute options in the upcoming match.
LSG’s Probable Playing 11 For RCB vs LSG, IPL 2024 Match
Quinton de Kock (WK):
Leading the batting lineup, de Kock's solid form continued with 58 runs in two matches, including a brilliant 54 in the last outing.
Kyle Mayers:
Kyle Mayers is likely to replace KL Rahul as the opener in the next match due to Rahul's injury concerns. Mayers, known for his impressive performances last season, is expected to partner de Kock at the top.
Devdutt Padikkal:
Despite a slow start, Padikkal is set to retain his position as the one-down batter.
Ayush Badoni:
Despite a struggle with the bat, Badoni might get another chance due to his ability to accelerate the scoring in the lower order.
Nicholas Pooran (C):
With Rahul possibly resting, Pooran, the leading run-scorer for LSG with 106 runs, is likely to continue leading the side.
Marcus Stoinis:
Stoinis' all-round abilities make him an integral part of the middle order despite a modest performance in the last match.
Krunal Pandya:
Pandya's explosive batting showcased in the last match makes him a crucial player in the lower middle-order.
Ravi Bishnoi:
Bishnoi's economical spin bowling remains vital for LSG's success.
Mohsin Khan:
With three wickets in two matches, Khan's pace bowling is expected to trouble the opposition once again.
Mayank Yadav:
Yadav's impressive three-wicket haul in the previous match secures his place as a key pace bowler.
Shivam Mavi:
Mavi might replace Siddharth in the playing XI to bolster the bowling attack.
Impact Players:
Turner, Haq, Mishra, Hooda, and Gowtham are expected to make for impact substitute options for LSG.