Rahul-Samson's fight for WC spot continues as LSG to clash with table-toppers RR
Updated On: 27 April, 2024 07:10 AM IST | Lucknow | Santosh Suri
Both teams are lined up with in-form batters and the side that implement their plans well and hold their nerves will emerge victorious
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KL Rahul and Sanju Samson
Very few teams have defeated Chennai Super Kings back-to-back in home and away matches. That feat was achieved by Lucknow Super Giants in their previous two games and their morale is sky-high. But their next assignment will not be easy as they face current table-toppers Rajasthan Royals at the Ekana Stadium tonight. RR are virtually into the playoffs as they have won seven of their eight games, while LSG are fourth, having won five of their eight ties. For them, the margin of error is very small since they have to win at least four of their remaining six games to secure a berth in the playoffs.
There is another urgent matter for top players to focus on. The Indian team for the T20 World Cup is to be announced by month-end, thus, all the top contenders will be aiming to give their best to impress the national selectors before it’s too late. Interestingly, captains of both teams, Sanju Samson of RR and LSG’s KL Rahul are in contention for the second wicketkeeper’s slot, presuming that Delhi Capitals skipper Rishabh Pant is almost a certainty. There will, thus, be double pressure on Samson and Rahul to not only ensure that their respective teams do well, but also to maintain their own form and fitness.
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