लखनऊ सुपर जायंट्स is still in the playoff race despite a crushing 37-run loss to Punjab Kings on Sunday. The team’s captain, KL Rahul, remains hopeful, convinced that a strong finish to the season can still propel them into the top four. With 10 points from 11 matches, LSG sits seventh on the IPL points table, needing a near-perfect finish to their remaining three games.
LSG’s Playoff Path: A Challenge
LSG has played 11 matches, winning five and losing six. They have 10 points, putting them seventh on the table. To make the playoffs, LSG must win all three remaining matches. Punjab’s win was built on a strong batting display that left LSG reeling.
Rahul’s Take on the Loss
After the loss, Rahul said, “The dream is still alive. We can still change the situation if we win our next three matches.” He acknowledged that LSG gave away too many runs and suffered from dropped catches, which ultimately cost them the game. “We didn’t start the match well, but that’s cricket,” Rahul added.
LSG’s path to the playoffs is challenging, but not impossible. The team’s fate is in their hands, and they know what it takes to make a deep run in the tournament. With a strong finish, LSG can still achieve their goal.