Match 54 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 pits Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Sunday. Led by Shreyas Iyer, Kolkata Knight Riders beat Mumbai Indians by 24 runs in their last outing and are currently placed second in the standings with 14 points from 10 games after seven wins and three losses. Hosts Lucknow Super Giants, on the other hand, find themselves in third spot with 12 points after claiming six wins and suffering four losses. Ahead of LSG's clash with KKR in Lucknow, let's have a look at the predicted XIs of both sides for this fixture. LSG Predicted XI Quinton de Kock Hard-hitting batter Quinton de Kock has had a decent run this season. He has scored 236 runs in nine matches, including three fifty-plus scores. The Proteas cricketer will be eager to hammer KKR's bowlers at home. KL Rahul (captain and wicketkeeper) LSG captain KL Rahul has smashed 406 runs in 10 matches and has struck three half-centuries. Rahul will be keen to produce a quick-fire knock and guide LSG to a brisk start against KKR. Marcus Stoinis Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis will add depth to LSG's middle-order batting while also being a valuable asset to their fast-bowling unit. He has scored 316 runs and taken four wickets in 10 matches so far this season. Deepak Hooda Deepak Hooda hasn't quite fired for LSG this season. The right-handed batter has managed to score 129 runs in six innings at a strike rate of 141.75. Hooda's form will be crucial for LSG's success against Kolkata. Nicholas Pooran Nicholas Pooran has been on song for Lucknow in IPL 2024. With 305 runs in 10 matches, Pooran is LSG's one of the top scorers this season and boasts a remarkable average of 61 and a strike rate of 160.52. Ayush Badoni Ayush Badoni delivered an unbeaten 55 when his team needed him the most. Badoni and Arshad Khan established the highest eighth-wicket partnership in IPL history, scoring 73 runs against Delhi Capitals on April 12. He'll need to maintain his form in this match as well. Krunal Pandya Krunal Pandya, known for his left-arm spin and aggressive hitting, adds balance to LSG's lineup. He's scored 74 runs and taken five wickets in 10 matches. Lucknow will require his services to tackle high-flying KKR. Ravi Bishnoi Ravi Bishnoi brings a potent spin-bowling alternative to LSG. So far, he has picked six wickets in 10 outings with an economy rate of 8.52. Bishnoi's spin variations can help LSG make early breakthroughs against KKR. Arshad Khan Arshad Khan and Badoni formed the highest eighth-wicket partnership in IPL history, reaching 73 runs against DC. Arshad is a top-tier all-rounder who can provide depth to LSG's batting. Matt Henry New Zealand speedster Matt Henry will most likely open the bowling for Lucknow against KKR. Known for his ability to swing the ball at good pace, Henry has bowled at an economy of 8.60 picking up one wicket in three matches so far. Yash Thakur Yash Thakur is currently the highest wicket-taker for LSG with 10 wickets in eight matches this year. His ability to take wickets in middle overs makes him an X-factor prodigy for the home side.