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Lucknow Super Giants Predicted XI vs Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2023: Will Krishnappa Gowtham Remain Impact Player?

Mark Wood rattled the Delhi Capitals team, claiming a 5-wicket haul as Lucknow Super Giants began their campaign in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Krisnappa Gowtham also impressed as the 'Impact Player' as skipper KL Rahul continued to struggle for form. As Lucknow prepare for the Chennai Super Kings test, one or two changes could be made in the playing XI considering the nature of the wicket that Chepauk is likely to offer. In all likelihood, LSG have to prepare themselves for a big 'spin test' on Monday.

Watch: Axar Patel's Magical Spin Bamboozles Lucknow Super Giants Star Kyle Mayers, Rattles His Stumps

In their first match in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023, Delhi Capitals lost to Lucknow Super Giants on Saturday. Batting first, LSG notched up 193/6 in 20 overs primarily due to a 38-ball 73 from IPL debutant Kyle Mayers. His innings was laden with seven sixes and two fours. It seemed like the West Indies player would become the maiden centurion of the IPL 2023, but a magical delivery by Axar Patel in the 12th over cut short his stay. The star left-arm spinner spun one in, that turned towards off after landing as Mayers stood stunned.

LSG vs DC Live Score, IPL 2023: Axar Patel Cleans Up Kyle Mayers For 73, Lucknow Super Giants Lose Momentum vs Delhi Capitals

IPL 2023, LSG vs DC Live Updates: Lucknow Super Giants are three down against Delhi Capitals. Opener KL Rahul lost his wicket to Chetan Sakariya before Deepak Hooda was trapped by Kuldeep Yadav. A beauty from Axar Patel got rid off Kyle Mayers, who scored 73 off 38 balls. Earlier DC skipper David Warner won the toss and opted to bowl in the game. Under the leadership of Rahul, LSG would aim to do further better this season. In their inaugural IPL edition, LSG went till the Eliminator match. Talking about DC, they will be led by a new skipper. As Rishabh Pant is ruled out of the entire season due to injury, it is Warner, who is captaining the side in IPL 2023. (LIVE SCORECARD)

Lucknow Super Giants Predicted XI vs Delhi Capitals, IPL 2023: Will Kyle Mayers Make His Debut?

After bowing out in the Eliminator last season, Lucknow Super Giants will be beginning their IPL 2023 campaign against Delhi Capitals on Saturday. The KL Rahul-led side, filled with the likes of Marcus Stoinis, Ravi Bishnoi, Deepak Hooda, will now be joined by the explosive wicketkeeper-batter Nicholas Pooran. As Quinton de Kock the first few matches, it will be interesting to see that what will be the Playing XI for LSG in the opening encounter.

Focus On Mitchell Marsh As Delhi Capitals Look To Corner Under-Pressure KL Rahul's Lucknow Super Giants

Mitchell Marsh's brute power with the willow will be Delhi Capitals' lethal weapon as they brace up for life without Rishabh Pant while starting their Indian Premier League campaign against Lucknow Super Giants, at the Ekana Sports City on Saturday. LSG, who will be playing at home for the first time, is an equally beleaguered outfit if not more, with skipper KL Rahul going through the toughest phase of his career and has been on a downward spiral for quite some time now.

Lucknow Super Giants In IPL 2023: Preview, Strongest XI, Schedule - All You Need To Know

After finishing third in the league stage of IPL 2022, Lucknow Super Giants will be squaring off against Delhi Capitals on Saturday in their campaign opener. Led by KL Rahul, who emerged as team's highest run-scorer with a total of 616 runs in 15 matches, LSG lost to Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Eliminator match last season. Dropped from the playing XI in Test matches, stripped of vice-captaincy across formats and demoted in the annual central contracts category, Rahul will need to make a personal statement not only with the bat but also as a leader of men.

"Potential Weakness In Lucknow Super Giants...": Ex-Royal Challengers Bangalore Star's Bold Prediction On KL Rahul's Side

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season saw Lucknow Super Giants arrive into the T20 tournament as one of the two newcomers, alongside Gujarat Titans. While the Hardik Pandya-led side went on to lift the title, KL Rahul's men finished third in the competition. The expectations from the Lucknow franchise are huge, going into the 2023 edition of the league, but former Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) star Aaron Finch doesn't feel the franchise will qualify for the playoffs.

Watch: Strange Scenes At MA Chidambaram Stadium As Kites, Dog Stop India-Australia ODI In Chennai

The third ODI between India and Australia in Chennai was a closely fought one with the hosts being inflicted a rare series defeat at home. Batting first Australia notched 269 before dismissing India for 248. With the win, Australia have become the number 1 ranked side in the world. The match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium was also witness to some strange scenes. Towards the end of the Australian innings, a dog entered the ground and stopped play much to the amusement of the Indian and Australian players.

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Lucknow Super Giants Predicted XI vs Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2023: Will Krishnappa Gowtham Remain Impact Player?

Watch: Axar Patel's Magical Spin Bamboozles Lucknow Super Giants Star Kyle Mayers, Rattles His Stumps

LSG vs DC Live Score, IPL 2023: Axar Patel Cleans Up Kyle Mayers For 73, Lucknow Super Giants Lose Momentum vs Delhi Capitals

Lucknow Super Giants Predicted XI vs Delhi Capitals, IPL 2023: Will Kyle Mayers Make His Debut?

Focus On Mitchell Marsh As Delhi Capitals Look To Corner Under-Pressure KL Rahul's Lucknow Super Giants

Lucknow Super Giants In IPL 2023: Preview, Strongest XI, Schedule - All You Need To Know

"Potential Weakness In Lucknow Super Giants...": Ex-Royal Challengers Bangalore Star's Bold Prediction On KL Rahul's Side

Watch: Strange Scenes At MA Chidambaram Stadium As Kites, Dog Stop India-Australia ODI In Chennai