Aakash Chopra, a former cricket player-turned-commentator, left out one player from Punjab Kings’ starting lineup when they faced Rajasthan Royals in the second game of the IPL 2023. The team lead by Shikhar Dhawan, who defeated the Kolkata Knight Riders in their season opener, will play their first away game at the renowned Barsapara Stadium.
Aakash Chopra, a former Indian cricketer, has provided his assessment of the contest between the Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals. Aakash Chopra predicted the match on his YouTube channel, saying that Punjab Kings would make a significant alteration to their starting 11.
Ellis will go because Rabada is now accessible. They should be available since all the South Africans are. I can not see any room for any other adjustment besides this. They’ll use an almost identical starting XI. said Akash Chopra.
Chopra, Aakash Source: Twitter
Punjab Kings, in Akash Chopra’s opinion Extremely strong batting lineup, since the same opening pair could be utilized in the second game and the middle order of Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Sikandar Raza, and Jitesh Sharma performed admirably against the two-time champions.
Prabhsimran Singh will also start here. Shikhar Dhawan should thus be expected to act in a similar manner. Although there is no assurance that Liam Livingstone will play, Bhanuka Rajapaksa will be there. The final game was played by Sikandar Raza. He can also participate in this game. Perhaps you don’t even consider Matthew Short in this situation. Jitesh Sharma is playing good batting. said Akash Chopra.
Punjab Kings had a strong start to the season, defeating Kolkata Knight Riders at home and taking full advantage of a Mohali track that was ideal for batting. They will try to keep up their winning ways against Rajasthan Royals.
Punjab Kings bowling is not good but not bad either – Aakash Chopra
Sam Curran will continue to take crucial wickets for his team despite his performance with the bat, according to Aakash Chopra, who also said that their bowling has been strong with the likes of Arshdeep Singh and Kagiso Rabada coming in for their second encounter. Can
“The bowling is mediocre but not terrible. The last time, Arshdeep Singh had three wickets. Ellis bowls well as well. Far greater would result from Rabada replacing him. Sam Curran should then take wickets, you say. Well let’s hope. Rahul Chahar, Rishi Dhawan, and Harpreet Brar are also present. It’s a solid group. Aakash Chopra was present.
Punjab Kings will play Rajasthan Royals in the eighth match of the league stage in their second game of the 16th season of the Indian Premier League. Dhawan Shikhar Liam Livingstone, an aggressive all-rounder, will be unable to compete due to injury, leaving the side-led team without his talents.