IPL 2024 Playoffs: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) vs Delhi Capitals (DC): What are the chances of today's winner to make to playoffs?

Delhi Capitals (DC) will today play against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their final home game of IPL 2024. The game is very crucial for IPL playoff chances for both the teams. DC are currently sixth on the points table with 12 points from 13 games and a net run rate of -0.482, while LSG are seventh with the same number of points from 12 games . But in terms of net run rate, LSG trails with net run rate of 0.769.

In the head-to-head matchups, LSG is leading against DC by a 3-1 margin. The match, to be played at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, starts at 7:30 PM IST.

IPL playoff chances of Delhi Capitals

Today's match vs LSG is the final league match for Delhi Capitals. The net run rate of -0.482 is significantly below that of CSK, SRH, RCB and Rajasthan Royals. So even if DC wins today's match, it is unlikely to make to the playoffs. Their chances rest on SRH suffering big defeats in their last two games, CSK beating RCB, and LSG also losing their next match.

IPL playoff chances of Lucknow Super Giants

Currently, LSG have a net run rate of -0.769 which is even below that of DC. So LSG will have to win their next two matches against DC and MI to stay in contention for the IPL playoffs. Even if LSG wins their next two matches, it could be behind CSK, SRH, and Rajasthan Royals in the net run rate.

KL Rahul-team owner Sanjiv Goenka controversy

Lucknow Super Giants' assistant coach Lance Klusener downplayed owner Sanjiv Goenka's recent public confrontation with captain KL Rahul, referring to it as a minor issue blown out of proportion. He characterized it as a healthy exchange between cricket enthusiasts rather than a serious conflict. Despite speculation about Rahul's future as skipper, Klusener asserted there had been no formal discussions on the matter within the team.

Acknowledging Rahul's challenging IPL season, Klusener defended the batsman's performance and attributed his struggle to the pressure exerted by frequent wicket losses, hindering his ability to accelerate innings. He expressed confidence in Rahul's capabilities and anticipated a breakthrough innings from him soon.