Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants, 66th Match Preview and prediction

Preview by Prakhar 

Lucky to know that supergiant days are busy, but that's not a good idea. Having only topped the standings last week, they've been pushed into third place, and it's very frustrating that they haven't yet secured a playoff spot.

Their back-to-back losses in the last few games (LSG suffered for the first time this season) have left them in limbo ahead of their final league game against the Kolkata Cavaliers and the best they can do is go , open it and win. The Rajasthan Royals, who will play their final league game in a few days, have the added benefit of knowing exactly what to do to finish first, but it's also a strong case for a top 2 addition.

In contrast, KKR is in the opposite position. Their dying season is thriving, winning streak, but winning at LSG is not enough for them. What they can do is make sure it's big and better than the NRR (0.160) of Delhi Capitals (0.255). That would make DC vs. Mumbai Indians a winning game for them. Lucky to know that supergiant days are busy, but that's not a good idea. Having only topped the standings last week, they've been pushed into third place, and it's very frustrating that they haven't yet secured a playoff spot.

Their back-to-back losses in the last few games (LSG suffered for the first time this season) have left them in limbo ahead of their final league game against the Kolkata Cavaliers and the best they can do is go , open it and win. The Rajasthan Royals, who will play their final league game in a few days, have the added benefit of knowing exactly what to do to finish first, but it's also a strong case for a top 2 addition.

In contrast, KKR is in the opposite position. Their dying season is thriving, winning streak, but winning at LSG is not enough for them. What they can do is make sure it's big and better than the NRR (0.160) of Delhi Capitals (0.255). That would make DC vs. Mumbai Indians a winning game for them.

When: KKR vs LSG, Match 66, IPL 2022 at 7.30 pm local

Where: Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Mumbai

What to expect: Let the captain win the toss and hit first. The pitch is tiring and the case is simple. KKR discovered it in the last few games, either accidentally or on purpose. If LSG wins the toss, it will be easier to fight for them in the first place. They have the highest batting average early in the season and are chasing the worst of all teams except MI and CSK. In fact, their last four losses have all come while chasing.

Head to head: LSG1-0KKR. The teams met earlier in the season when KKR landed on Avesh Khan and Jason Holder while chasing 177.

Team watch:

Kolkata Knight Riders: In the last game, Umesh Yadaf was back on the sidelines while Sam Billings stole the glove from Sheldon Jackson while homegrown Pat Cummins took the fourth overseas seat. The combo was clicked together but was forced to change due to a Class III hamstring injury to Ajinkya Rahane. This could mean Baba Indrazis' return to the top of the order. Alternatively, Jackson could serve as a starter at left fielder.

Probable XI: Venkatesh Iyer, Baba Indrajith/Sheldon Jackson, Nitish Rana, Shreyas Iyer(c), Sam Billings(w), Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Umesh Yadav, Tim Southee, Varun Chakaravarthy

Tactics & matchups: How PowerPlay's KKR Bowl shaped the game. Of LSG's five losses in this IPL, both of their first-round matches cannot exceed 40. In each of the eight wins, at least one was over 40. Also, bowling at KL Rahul is not bad, the opening game will be 10 (latest). ), 8 and 0 in his last three games.

Lucknow Super Giants: There is a lot of pressure to supply LSG intermediate orders. Rahul (469), Quinton de Kock (362) and Deepak Hooda (406) scored 61% of LSG's total. We might replace Ayush Badni and Marcus Stoinis with Manish Pandy and Ewin Lewis respectively. There is a lot of pressure to supply LSG intermediate orders. Rahul (469), Quinton de Kock (362) and Deepak Hooda (406) scored 61% of LSG's total. We might replace Ayush Badni and Marcus Stoinis with Manish Pandy and Ewin Lewis respectively.

Probable XI: Quinton de Kock(w), KL Rahul(c), Deepak Hooda, Krunal Pandya, Ayush Badoni/Manish Pandey, Marcus Stoinis/Evin Lewis, Jason Holder, Mohsin Khan, Ravi Bishnoi, Dushmantha Chameera, Avesh Khan

Tactics & matchups: There is a lot of pressure to supply LSG intermediate orders. Rahul (469), Quinton de Kock (362) and Deepak Hooda (406) received 61% of the total LSG. Ayush Badni and Marcus Stoinis can be replaced by Manish Pandy and Ewin Lewis respectively. There is a lot of pressure to supply LSG intermediate orders. Rahul (469), Quinton de Kock (362) and Deepak Hooda (406) received 61% of the total LSG. Ayush Badni and Marcus Stoinis can be replaced by Manish Pandy and Ewin Lewis respectively.

Did you know?

-KL Rahul has been sacked 12 times since the start of 2018, less than 10 times -- six of them this season alone, and four of them in his last five innings.

-Shreyas Iyer has just 115 runs over the last 6 innings with an average of 19.17 and an SR104.55.

-Sunil Narine's ER this season is only 5.48

What they said:

"If you lose wickets early, you're under pressure. As a batsman, you lose three or four games in power games. You need to stay there, hit a good bowler and find one A good way to start." - KL Rahul