LSG vs RR, IPL 2022: Key Players & Matchups To Look Out For

LSG vs RR IPL 2022: Lucknow Super Giants are set to clash against Rajasthan Royals in the 63rd match of IPL 2022 in Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai. In this top of the table clash, LSG, who are at 16 points at the moment, would eye the 2 points to confirm a top 2 finish. RR are at the third position with 14 points, and a win could solidify their chances for the playoff.

Consequently, it is a crucial match for both the teams, where a win is important. Both teams suffered a heavy defeat in their last fixtures and would definitely want to bounce back in this game and confirm their top 4 finish.

Here are a few key players & matchups for tonight's clash between Lucknow Super Giants & Rajasthan Royals. 

1. Sanju Samson vs Jason Holder

Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson has shown tremendous performance with the bat for his team, however only at the #3 spot. With Hetmyer unavailable, the onus of finishing has been handed to the skipper. Nonetheless, the right-handed batter can cause enough mayhem if he gets his eye in and faces a few deliveries. 

Lucknow Super Giants all-rounder Jason Holder has taken 13 wickets in 10 matches this season. The experienced Windies all-rounder has dismissed Sanju Samson thrice while giving away just 33 runs off 35 balls. This will be an interesting matchup between two experienced T20 players. 

2. Ashwin & Chahal vs Quinton de Kock

Lucknow Super Giants opener Quinton de Kock has scored 355 runs in 12 matches this season at a strike rate of 137.59. Along with skipper KL Rahul, de Kock can etch an opening partnership which very well may put Rajasthan Royals out of the game. 

Yuzvendra Chahal is the joint highest wicket-taker in this tournament with 23 wickets to his name in 12 matches at an economy of 7.54. Whereas Ashwin has picked up 9 wickets in 12 matches at an economy of 7.25. 

Chahal has dismissed de Kock six times while R Ashwin has dismissed the South African batter four times. Quinton has a strike rate of around 112 against these two spinners and how he takes them on today may affect the outcome of the match.

Also Read: IPL 2022 - Scorecard

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