No impressive batting from KL Rahul. KL Rahul has scored 204 runs in 6 matches at a strike rate of 138. Krunal Pandya often bats at number 7 under the Impact Player rule. He has faced only 41 balls in all 6 matches. Krunal Pandya, who can add strength as a left-handed batsman in the middle order, has become unsuitable for the role of finisher. The team management can do some discussions in this regard. Whereas Deepak Hooda could not perform as per expectation. Marcus Stennis, Ayush Badoni and Nicholas Pooran, who contributed in a few games, were not consistent.

As far as bowling is concerned, Mayankyadhav, who bowls consistently at a speed of 150 km per hour, has not been able to play in the last two matches due to injury. 21 year old Mayank Yadav, who is recovering from stomach injury, took part in training yesterday. Because of this he has a chance to play in today's match. His entry on the field will strengthen the team's bowling. In spin, Ravi Bishnoi is the one who controls the run accumulation. However, in today's game, Shivam Dubey's batting can become a threat for him.

Chennai Super Kings, captained by Ruduraj Gaikwad, is at third place in the table with 8 points after playing 6 matches with 4 wins and 2 losses. CSK is entering today's match with two consecutive wins. Another good innings could be from Ruduraj Gaikwad who scored 69 runs on 40 balls and Shivam Dubey who scored 66 runs on 38 balls against Mumbai Indians.

The top order lacks consistency from players like Rachin Ravindra, Ajinkya Rahane and Daryl Mitchell. If they play together, the team's batting will be stronger. Adding runs on Daryl Mitchell's balls in the last overs slows down the team's run rate. Meanwhile, Dhoni's scoring more runs in fewer balls has helped the team. Thiksana is also likely to feature along with Jadeja in today's game as the Lucknow pitch will be favorable for spin. Fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman in the initial overs and Madisha Pathirana can put pressure on Lucknow's batting in the last overs.