RR vs LSG Playing 11: Top-ranked Rajasthan face second-ranked Lucknow, know possible playing-11

The 26th match of IPL 2023 is between Rajasthan Royals and Lucknow Super Giants. Both the teams have done well this season and are in the race for the playoffs. In the points table, Rajasthan\'s team is at the top with four wins in five matches. At the same time, Lucknow\'s team is in second place with three wins in five matches. In such a situation, there is sure to be a close fight between the two teams. However, the figures are completely in favor of Rajasthan. There have been two matches between these two teams so far and both the matches have been won by Rajasthan. This season Lucknow will try to get the first win against Rajasthan.

The Rajasthan team will play at their home ground for the first time this season. Earlier this team has played at its second home ground (Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati). Before the lockdown, this team played at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium in Jaipur. However, the team has changed a lot since then. In such a situation, there will be a challenge in front of Rajasthan to adjust with the situation.

The pitch in Jaipur usually favors spin bowlers. In such a situation, the pair of Ashwin and Chahal can prove to be effective on this ground. However, apart from Trent Boult in Rajasthan\'s fast bowling, no bowler has been able to leave much impact. Sandeep Sharma and Jason Holder may be in trouble on this ground. However, Rajasthan also have the option of a third spin bowler in Adam Zampa.

It is difficult for Quinton to get a chance

Quinton Quinton has not played any match in the Lucknow team this season. Kyle Meyers is being given a chance in his place. Mays has also impressed with his batting. In such a situation, it is difficult for quinton to get a chance in this match as well. The spin bowling of this team is fantastic. Lokesh Rahul has two excellent spin bowling options in the form of Ravi Bishnoi and Amit Mishra. However, Avesh Khan\'s form will be a concern for him. Mark Wood can also do well on the ground in Jaipur. There is very little chance of change in both the teams.

Possible playing-11 of both the teams

Lucknow Super Giants: KL Rahul (Captain), Kyle Mayers/Quinton , Deepak Hooda, Marcus Stoinis, Krunal Pandya, Nicholas Pooran (Wicketkeeper), Ayush Badoni, Avesh Khan, Yudhveer Singh Charak, Mark Wood, Ravi Bishnoi.

Rajasthan Royals: Jos Buttler, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (Captain/Wicketkeeper), Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel, Ravichandran Ashwin, Trent Boult, Adam Zampa, Sandeep Sharma, Yuzvendra Chahal.

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