Ekana Cricket Stadium Lucknow Pitch Report: The upcoming 45th match of TATA IPL 2023 is set to feature a thrilling encounter between the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
LSG currently holds the third position in the points table with ten points from nine matches, having won five and lost four. However, their recent loss against RCB at their home ground has dampened their spirits a bit.
On the other hand, CSK is in fourth place with ten points from nine matches. Despite their close loss against PBKS in their last match, the team is in a strong position with their players in excellent form, giving them a good chance of dominating the game.
The match between LSG and CSK promises to be a fierce contest, and fans are eagerly anticipating the game, particularly as it is a home game for CSK. With both teams determined to secure a win, cricket enthusiasts can expect a thrilling and exciting match.
LSG vs CSK Match Details
Match: 45th Match IPL 2023
Teams: Lucknow Super Giants vs Chennai Super Kings
Venue: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Date & Time: May 2nd, 03:30 PM (IST)
Live Streaming Detail: Jio Cinema, Star Sport Network
Ekana Cricket Stadium Details
Ekana Cricket Stadium is one of India’s largest stadiums, with a seating capacity of approximately 50,000 people. Since IPL 2022, it has become the home ground of the Lucknow SuperGaints, hosting many unforgettable matches for cricket enthusiasts to enjoy.
This stadium is equipped with top-notch facilities and offers an electric atmosphere for fans to watch and cheer on their favourite teams. One of the most notable performances at this venue was by MI’s skipper Rohit Sharma, who scored an unbeaten 111 runs during the T20I series against the West Indies in 2018.
Chennai Super Kings will be playing their first match at this ground, and fans are eagerly waiting to see their team perform. The highest score recorded at this venue was by the Lucknow SuperGaints, who scored an impressive 193 runs. However, LSG’s lowest score of 108 runs was also recorded at this stadium.
In addition, India will be hosting the ICC ODI World Cup this year, and there is a high possibility that this stadium will be selected as one of the venues to host some of the matches. With its remarkable infrastructure and lively atmosphere, the Ekana Cricket Stadium is sure to provide an unforgettable experience for both players and spectators alike.
BRSABV Ekana Pitch Report
The Ekana Cricket Stadium is known for its slow wickets, which provide spin bowlers with a greater advantage compared to seam bowlers. In recent games, bowlers have had the upper hand, making it more difficult for batters to score runs.
Although the pitch is favorable for batters, it can become tricky as the game progresses. In the previous match, players attempted to hit big shots but struggled to clear the boundary line due to the pitch’s slow nature.
Typically, the average run score on this ground is around 150 runs. However, in some matches, teams have managed to score over 190 runs on the board, showcasing the unpredictable nature of the pitch.
In the last match, spin bowlers were the most successful, taking 12 wickets, while fast bowlers could only manage four. This highlights the pitch’s significant support for spin bowlers, making it a challenging surface for batters to score runs on.
Ekana Sportz City Match Schedule
| Match Between | Date | Time |
| LSG vs CSK | 16th May 2023 | 03:30 PM (IST) |
| LSG vs MI | 16th May, 2023 | 07:30 PM (IST) |
Ekana Cricket Stadium IPL Records:
Total Matches: 4
Batting 1st Team won: 2
Batting 2nd Team won: 2
Highest Score: 193 by Lucknow Super Giants
Lowest Score: 121 by Sunrisers Hyderabad
Average score: 156.67
Ekana Cricket Stadium Lucknow Weather Forecast
According to reports from the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), Lucknow is expected to experience a temperature of approximately 33 degrees Celsius on May 3rd. The sky is likely to be cloudy, with a high probability of rain during the match. The wind speed at the ground is predicted to be around 8 km/h, and the humidity is relatively high, hovering at approximately 65%.
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