MATCH NO. 17 PREVIEW: PUNJAB KINGS VS MUMBAI INDIANS
Punjab Kings did not get the start they wanted as they find themselves at 7thposition with just 1 win from 4 matches. Mumbai Indians on the other hand got a decent start compared to previous IPL seasons. Mumbai Indians are at 4thposition with 2 wins from 4 matches. Punjab Kings have been inconsistent both with the ball and bat. Their overseas players have failed completely in all four matches. Transfer of Glenn Maxwell is a massive loss for their side. Mumbai Indians bowlers have done well so far. Rahul Chahar is their leading wicket-taker with 8 wickets. Their only concern is Hardik Pandya’s batting. Apart from him, others are in good form. Punjab Kings have to give their best to defeat them.
MATCH DETAILS
Venue – MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Time – 7:30 PM IST
Where to watch – Star Sports Network, Hotstar
PITCH REPORT
M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai is one of the most popular venues in India. The pitch is a balanced one with bowlers getting more help. Pacers are expected to dominate this match.
Weather report shows a clear sky and hence no chance of rainfall. Temperature will be around 30 degree Celcius.
TEAM NEWS
PUNJAB KINGS:
Key Players:
KL Rahul, M Shami
Probable Playing XI:
Lokesh Rahul©(Wk), Mayank Agarwal, Chris Gayle, Deepak Hooda, Nicholas Pooran, Moises Henriques, Shahrukh Khan, Fabian Allen, Murugan Ashwin, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh.
MUMBAI INDIANS:
Key Players:
R Sharma, S Yadav, T Boult, R Chahar
Probable Playing XI:
Rohit Sharma©, Quinton de Kock(Wk), Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya, Kieron Pollard, Krunal Pandya, Jayant Yadav, Rahul Chahar, Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult.
What to expect:
It will be a low scoring match. Bowlers will play an important role. Mumbai Indians looks more balanced and are clear favourites to win this match. Rahul Chahar and Trent Boult are expected to produce match winning performance.