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Opener Quinton de Kock's cheap dismissal and Bhuvneshwar Kumar's early wickets put Lucknow Super Giants on the back foot in the powerplay.
Despite a third-lowest powerplay score, Lucknow recovered thanks to Ayush Badoni and Nicholas Pooran's crucial knocks, posting 165-4.
Sunrisers Hyderabad, seeking to improve their batting performance, face a tough challenge against Lucknow, who aim to overcome their recent struggles.
Both teams are vying for a top-four spot with just three more games remaining in the league stage.
SRH's inconsistent batting, with the exception of Travis Head, has been a concern, while LSG's pace-bowling department lacks firepower.
The match is crucial for both teams' playoff aspirations, and the winner will take a significant step towards securing a spot in the next round.
SRH will need their middle order to step up and support their openers, while LSG will need their bowlers to deliver and their batters to find form.
The outcome of the match will have major implications for the top-four race and the upcoming playoffs.
Source: IPL 2024, SRH vs LSG Live Score: Badoni and Pooran show lifts Lucknow to 165-4