Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants, IPL 2024: Predicted Playing XIs Of Both Teams

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the 28th match of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday, April 14. Having won three games out of four, KKR are placed second in the IPL 2024 standings. On the other hand, LSG are currently placed fourth in the IPL 2024 standings with six points on the board after winning three matches out of five matches. Ahead of this exciting clash, we look at the predicted XIs of both sides.

KKR Predicted XI

Phil Salt (wicketkeeper)

KKR opener Phil Salt has scored 102 runs in four matches, with a strike rate of 139.73. He will also try to score big in their upcoming encounter against DC.

Sunil Narine

Sunil Narine has been in scintillating form with the bat this season, scoring 161 runs at a strike rate of 189.41. In addition, he has four wickets from as many encounters. He will also play a major role for KKR in this contest as well.

Angkrish Raghuvanshi

The 18-year-old has 78 runs in three matches for KKR with a strike rate of 173.33. He could play a key role in KKR's top-order for this match.

Venkatesh Iyer

Venkatesh Iyer hit a fantastic 50 against RCB, laced with three fours and four sixes. He will aim to continue his good form in front of the home crowd.

Shreyas Iyer (captain)

Shreyas Iyer, KKR's captain, played an excellent anchor role against RCB, scoring 39 runs off 22 balls. He must return to his peak performance to consistently contribute to KKR's middle-order success.

Rinku Singh

Rinku Singh had a stellar season for KKR last year, amassing 474 runs. In this year's IPL, he has already scored 63 runs in four matches and has a strike rate of 150. To help KKR win this match, he needs to be in his