LSG vs CSK: Krunal Pandya new captain, KL Rahul out IPL 2023

Lucknow Super Giants skipper KL Rahul in all likelihood will take no further part in the Indian Premier League (IPL) after sustaining a serious thigh injury during team’s last game against Royal Challengers Bangalore. LSG vs CSK: Krunal Pandya new captain, KL Rahul out IPL 2023.

Hit by injuries to skipper KL Rahul and seamer Jaydev Unadkat, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) would be wary of Chennai Super Kings’ ability to bounce back when the two sides face each other in an Indian Premier League match here on Wednesday. LSG would also be facing the heat after failing to chase down a meagre total of 126 in their own den, getting bundled out for just 108 in 19.5 overs by Royal Challengers Bangalore on Monday.

Rahul sustained an injury on his right thigh during the match against RCB here on Monday, while Unadkat slipped badly while bowling at the nets, resulting in a nasty fall on Sunday. The extent of both injuries is yet to be ascertained but Rahul came out to bat at No 11 in LSG’s unsuccessful run chase, facing three balls without opening account.

Players like Kyle Mayers, Nicholas Pooran, Marcus Stoinis, and Krunal Pandya have chipped in individually as well as collectively in previous games to keep the Lucknow franchise afloat while skipper Rahul has not been at his best after the two half-centuries (74 against Punjab Kings and 68 against Gujarat Titans).

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Though CSK are coming off consecutive losses to Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings, their ability to bounce back can never be underestimated. With the tactical acumen of Dhoni playing a vital role in most of their victories this season, the former India captain could exploit the situation, especially if Rahul does not play on Wednesday.