CSK vs LSG IPL 2024 Toss and Pitch Report: Team batting first has advantage, favours spinners

CSK aims to avenge LSG defeat

Chennai Super Kings (CSK), led by Ruturaj Gaikwad, will seek revenge against KL Rahul's Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2024 match 39 at MA Chidambaram Stadium.

In their previous encounter, LSG defeated CSK by eight wickets. Both teams have eight points from four wins and three losses in seven games, but CSK ranks fourth due to a better net run rate.

The Pitch

As the IPL season progresses, the MA Chidambaram Stadium's pitch offers favorable batting conditions for run-scoring. However, as the tournament advances, the wicket is expected to slow down, favouring spinners.

Batsmen must adapt and be patient as spending time at the crease becomes key to building substantial innings. With the pitch likely to assist spinners later, batters will face challenges negotiating slower pace and turn, requiring sound technique and strategy to score effectively.

The Toss

The effect of the toss in the match could be crucial here as teams batting first hold a distinct advantage. The teams batting first have won more matches than the teams batting second.

So the mantra here could well be – win the toss and bat first!

The Weather

Cricket fans in Chennai can expect near-perfect weather for the upcoming match. Clear skies dominate Chennai. High temperatures of 35°C and humidity at 68% may challenge players, but 21 km/hr winds offer relief.