SRH vs LSG Match Prediction: IPL 2024 Match 57, Who Will Win Today’s IPL Match?

SRH vs LSG Match Prediction: In a game that can make or break their season, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will entertain Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in an important Indian Premier League (IPL) match at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. SRH and LSG are tied for points, with both sitting on 12 points leading up to this game. Only a better run-rate is keeping SRH above LSG on the IPL 2024 points table.

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SRH lost to MI by seven wickets at Wankhede

The big 98-run defeat against Kolkata Knight Riders was a double whammy for LSG. Not only it cost them two important points but the big losing margin had a negative impact on the net run-rate. With three teams sitting on 12 points and so little between them, the better run-rate counts as extra points. LSG are inferior to both CSK and SRH in that regard.

However, this is a match against a direct rival, LSG can take the run-rate out of the picture with a win in this match. If that happens, KL Rahul‘s team would be moving above SRH on the points table. That might be the best scenario for LSG.

For SRH, avoiding the defeat in this game should be the one and only target. But the form is against this team at the moment. The earlier season’s fast start has been marred by a string of three defeats in four matches. In fact, if the last four games are the benchmark for form, then SRH are the joint-worst team in the league. That’s how bad Sunrisers have been during said run. Here’s SRH vs LSG Match Prediction.

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SRH vs LSG Match Details

Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium Pitch Report

The first innings score in the last two games at this venue are 206/7 and 201/3, scored by Royal Challengers Bangalore and Sunrisers Hyderabad respectively. This is a batting pitch, as simple as that. The team batting first always look to score more than 200 runs, because anything lower than target is a big ask. But as the game goes, slow bowlers and spinners tend to get some assistance from the surface.

SRH vs LSG Head-To-Head Record

This fixture is as one sided as they can be as Lucknow Super Giants hold a 100% record against the Sunrisers Hyderabad, winning all three matches against the 2016 IPL champions.

Both teams played two head-to-head games in IPL 2023. SRH batted first in the last game and posted 182/6, with LSG chasing that target down in 19.2 overs.

Last Meeting Between SRH vs LSG
SRH: 182/6 (1st innings)
LSG: 185/3 (2nd innings)

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SRH vs LSG Predicted Playing 11:

Sunrisers Hyderabad Predicted Playing XI:
Travis Head
Abhishek Sharma
Mayank Agarwal
Nitish Kumar Reddy
Heinrich Klaasen (WK)
Marco Jansen
Shahbaz Ahmed
Abdul Samad
Pat Cummins (C)
Bhuvneshwar Kumar
T Natarajan
Mayank Markande / Jaydev Unadkat (IMPACT PLAYER)

Lucknow Super Giants Predicted Playing XI:
KL Rahul (C/WK)
Arshin Kulkarni
Marcus Stoinis
Deepak Hooda
Nicholas Pooran
Ayush Badoni
Ashton Turner / Quinton de Kock
Krunal Pandya
Ravi Bishnoi
Naveen-ul-Haq
Mohsin Khan / Yudhvir Singh
Yash Thakur (IMPACT PLAYER)

Best Batters And Bowlers

SRH Probable highest scorer: Travis Head | Heinrich Klaasen | Abhishek Sharma

Mumbai Indians were on the backfoot as long as Travis Head was on the pitch. In 10 innings, the Australian has scored 444 runs, including three half centuries and one magnificent century, which he achieved in just 39 deliveries against Royal Challengers Bangalore. He is in good form and should be considered in SRH vs LSG Dream11 Today teams.

Travis Head Is SRH’s Leading Scorer in IPL 2024

Heinrich Klaasen has hit a jaw-dropping 31 sixes in just 11 innings. His powers are immense, and his form remains ruthless. The kind of form he has shown for the last couple of years makes him a dangerous entity for any bowling unit. If Klaasen manages to stay on the pitch for 20-odd balls, there’s every chance in the world that he can take his personal score beyond 40.

Abhishek Sharma is another player who has been in top form in IPL 2024. With 326 runs in 11 innings, Abhishek is the third-highest run-scorer for SRH this season. His strike-rate, which stands at 195.20, is even more impressive. The 23-year-old is a solid option for either captain or vice-captain role in at least one or two SRH vs LSG Fantasy Cricket Teams.

LSG Probable Highest Scorer: KL Rahul | Marcus Stoinis | Nicholas Pooran

LSG’s leading scorer this season

KL Rahul has been the main batter for LSG since he joined this franchise in 2022. The 32-year-old is doing his reputation no harm this season after scoring the most runs for Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2024. The former Punjab Kings captain has scored 431 runs in 11 innings, including 3 half centuries.

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Marcus Stoinis is the most in-form batter in LSG’s Playing XI. In the last 3 innings alone, Stoinis has made 222 runs off just 130 balls, including one magnificent match-winning century against reigning champions Chennai Super Kings. On top of that, his bowling skills offer more assurances. He is a solid and no-nonsense option to have in LSG vs SRH Dream11 Today IPL teams.

One of the reasons why LSG have stuttered in the last few games is because Nicholas Pooran misfired in those matches. The West Indian is super important to LSG’s chances. His role is specific, as a finisher down the order. But he has delivered in most matches, scoring some crucial quick runs during the back end of the innings. He is not out of form, but his role requires taking risks. Just like Klaasen, he needs only a few overs to tilt the match in his favor.

SRH’s leading wicket-taker

SRH Probable Best Bowler: T Natarajan | Pat Cummins | Bhuvneshwar Kumar

T Natarajan has played just 9 IPL 2024 games, fewer than Pat Cummins and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and yet, he is the leading wicket-taker for SRH this season. That tells a lot about Natarajan and his ability to take wickets, irrespective of whether he is bowling with the new ball or at the death. Natarajan will be a key player in this crucial game.

Pat Cummins bowled beautifully against Mumbai Indians. In his four overs, he bowled a maiden over and picked up the crucial wicket of Rohit Sharma. The Australian speedster is behind only T Natarajan in terms of wickets, having taken 13 scalps in 11 innings.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar has come alive in the last few games. His last over against Rajasthan Royals, where he defended 2 runs on the last ball, is part of IPL folklore now. The 34-year-old was terrific in the last match against MI as well, as he conceded only 22 runs in four overs, including one maiden over and one wicket. Absolutely phenomenal.

LSG Probable Best Bowler: Yash Thakur | Naveen-ul-Haq

LSG’s leading wicket-taker in IPL 2024

Yash Thakur is LSG’s leading wicket-taker in IPL 2024. That’s a statement in itself and shows that Thakur is definitely on the up. The 25-year-old has already picked up a fifer this season and sits at 11 wickets for the season.

Naveen-ul-Haq had a decent outing in the last match against KKR. Despite giving away 49 runs in four overs, the Afghanistan speedster still managed to take 3 wickets, including the prized scalp of KKR’s dangerous opener Phil Salt.

Who Will Win Today’s IPL Match Between SRH vs LSG

Both teams boast an identical record after 11 rounds, and have the same amount of points. Only a better net run-rate is keeping SRH above LSG on the points table. As top two spots are almost locked by KKR and RR, there are only two spots up for grabs for CSK, SRH, LSG and DC. For this game, we are backing SRH to come out on top. They have a better batting unit, and the home conditions also favor them. Check out SRH vs LSG Match Prediction Odds:

Chances Of A Win
SRH: 55%
LSG: 45%

Disclaimer: The above match prediction is based on the data and instincts of the writer. While picking players for your team, consider the points mentioned above, and make your own wise decision.