Rajasthan Kings vs New York Strikers, Legends Cricket Trophy, 2024, Today Match Prediction

rjk vs nys Match Prediction & Analysis

Rajasthan Kings will be looking to continue their decent form when they face New York Strikers in the 16th match of the Legends Cricket Trophy played at Pallekele on Saturday.

In the previous match, Rajasthan Kings registered a seven-wicket win over Delhi Devils, courtesy splendid unbeaten ton from Angelo Perera. Captain Robin Uthappa will be hoping that the side can show discipline in all three departments against New York Strikers.

On the other hand, New York Strikers have dropped to second position after losing their first match of the competition. Captain Yuvraj Singh will be hoping that the side can make a strong comeback in this fixture.

TEAMS PREVIEW

Rajasthan Kings Preview

In the batting department, the side will be relying on the likes of Hamilton Masakadza, Angelo Perera, captain Robin Uthappa, Peter Trego, and Jatin Saxena to do the bulk of the scoring.

In the previous match, Angelo Perera was the standout performer with the bat for Rajasthan Kings and smashed 100 not out off just 43 balls with the help of sixteen fours and two sixes. He was well supported by Peter Trego, who scored 42 not out off 27 balls with the help of four fours and three sixes.

In the bowling department, the side will be depending on the likes of Manpreet Gony, Parvinder Awana, Bipul Sharma, Ashley Nurse and Shadab Jakati to deliver timely breakthroughs.

In the previous match, medium-pacer Manpreet Gony was the pick of the bowlers for Kings and claimed 3 for 27 in his three overs.

Rajasthan Kings Predicted Playing XI:

Robin Uthappa (c & wk), Jatin Saxena, Hamilton Masakadza, Chathuranga de Silva, Peter Trego, Ashley Nurse, Angelo Perera, Parvinder Awana, Manpreet Gony, Shadab Jakati, Bipul Sharma

New York Strikers Preview

In the batting department, the side will be relying on the likes of Lahiru Thirimanne, Asela Gunaratne, captain Yuvraj Singh, wicket-keeper Chadwick Walton and Ricardo Powell to deliver the bulk of the runs.

In the previous match, Asela Gunaratne showcased decent form with the bat and finished the innings with the top-score of 43 off 20 balls with the help of four fours and three sixes. He was well supported by Colin de Grandhomme, who scored 33 runs off 15 balls with the help of four boundaries and two sixes.

In the bowling department, the side will be depending on the likes of Nuwan Pradeep, Isuru Udana, Rahul Sharma, Colin de Grandhomme, Asela Gunaratne and Daniel Christian to deliver timely breakthroughs.

In the previous match, Rahul Sharma and Nuwan Pradeep bowled well and claimed two wickets apiece.

New York Strikers Predicted Playing XI:

Chadwick Walton (wk), Lahiru Thirimanne, Ricardo Powell, Yuvraj Singh (c), Daniel Christian, Chamara Kapugedera, Asela Gunaratne, Colin de Grandhomme, Nuwan Pradeep, Isuru Udana, Rahul Sharma

PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS

Weather Conditions

The wicket prepared at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium is expected to provide something for the bowlers with the new-ball. The weather forecast for Saturday is clear skies in the evening with humidity around 87%.

Venue Details

Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele is going to host the 16th match of the Legends Cricket Trophy 2024 between Rajasthan Kings and New York Strikers.

New York Strikers will take heart from the fact that they have won three matches out of four played at Pallekele.

Toss: To Bowl

Both the sides will be keen to win the toss, bowl first and restrict the other team to less than 154 runs. The previous two matches at this venue have been won by side batting second.