The stage is set for the final league match of the Indian Premier League, with the Lucknow Super Giants taking on the Royal Challengers Bangalore. The outcome of this match will determine which team will face the Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1 and which team will face the Mumbai Indians in the Eliminator.
Dushmantha Chameera won’t be available for LSG due to an injury.
In the buildup to this crucial match, Lucknow’s bowler Dushmantha Chameera has been in the spotlight for his unique “notebook celebration” after taking wickets. The celebration has drawn attention from fans and critics alike, with some even warning him not to repeat it against certain players, including Virat Kohli.
When asked about his celebration, Chameera revealed that he carries a notebook with him during tournaments, where he writes down the names of the players he gets out. The celebration has also landed him in trouble, with a fine and a one-match ban, which he has now served.
Chameera’s coach has also expressed disapproval of the celebration, citing that it can harm the team. The player himself has hinted that he may tone down the celebration, especially after the recent ban. Despite this, Chameera is set to take the field against the Royal Challengers Bangalore, a team that still has a lot to play for.
The Royal Challengers Bangalore have already secured a playoff spot, but a win against the Lucknow Super Giants could catapult them to the top two, setting up a potential Qualifier 1 match against the Punjab Kings. On the other hand, the Lucknow Super Giants, led by captain KL Rahul, are looking to end their season on a high note, despite being out of contention for the playoffs.
The outcome of this match will have significant implications for the playoff schedule, and fans will be eagerly watching to see how it all unfolds. Will Chameera’s notebook celebration make an appearance, and will the Royal Challengers Bangalore secure their spot in the top two? The answers will be revealed in the final league match of the Indian Premier League.