Konark Suryas Odisha (KSO) and Southern Super Stars (SSS) will clash in Match 12 of the Legends League Cricket (LLC) 2024 on Wednesday, October 2, at the Lalabhai Contractor Stadium in Surat. This matchup promises excitement as both teams feature numerous star players, drawing fans eager to see former cricket legends in action.
Unfortunately, the weather has disrupted the tournament, with four out of the six matches scheduled in Surat abandoned due to persistent rain. The Southern Super Stars are facing a busy schedule, playing consecutive days with a game against the Manipal Tigers on Tuesday before taking on KSO the following day. Fans hope to witness a thrilling showdown in Surat before the action shifts to Jammu.
Regarding performance, Konark has secured one victory in their three matches, with two games washed out. In contrast, the Southern Super Stars are at the top of the points table, having won all three games they have played. If the weather cooperates, fans can anticipate an engaging showdown between these two competitive teams.
Match Details
MatchKonark Suryas Odisha vs Southern Super Stars, Match 12, LLC 2024VenueLalbhai Contractor Stadium, SuratDate & TimeOctober 2, Wednesday, 7 pm ISTLive Broadcast & Streaming DetailsStar Sports, FanCode (app and website)
Head-to-Head Record
Konark Suryas Odisha and Southern Super Stars are set to face off for the first time in Legends League Cricket (LLC) history. This matchup marks an exciting moment for both teams as they look to establish their rivalry on the field.
As they prepare to meet, fans are eager to see how these two competitive sides will perform against each other. With star players from both teams, this inaugural clash is a memorable encounter.
Pitch Report
The Lalbhai Contractor Stadium has hosted 41 T20 matches, with an average first-innings score of 151. In these encounters, teams batting first have claimed victory in 22 games, while chasing teams have emerged triumphant on 18 occasions. Notably, one match ended in a tie.
Typically, the pitch tends to improve for batting as the game progresses. This trend often influences the captain who wins the toss, leading them to opt for bowling first, hoping to take advantage of the conditions later in the match.
Probable Playing XIs
Konark Suryas Odisha: Richard Levi (wk), Ambati Rayudu, Kevin O’Brien, Dilshan Munaweera, Ross Taylor, Yusuf Pathan, Irfan Pathan (c), Naveen Stewart, Vinay Kumar, Ben Laughlin, Shahbaz Nadeem.
Impact Player: Rajesh Bishnoi
Southern Super Stars: Martin Guptill, Shreevats Goswami (c & wk), Hamilton Masakadza, Pawan Negi, Elton Chigumbura, Chaturanga de Silva, Chirag Gandhi, Jeevan Mendis, Suboth Bhati, Jesal Karia, Hamid Hassan.
Probable Top Performers
Probable Best Batter: Hamilton Masakadza
The Zimbabwean batter has displayed remarkable form in his two innings in LLC 2024. Masakadza began with a score of 20 runs off 12 balls in the match against Gujarat Greats, showcasing his ability to make quick runs. He followed this performance with an impressive 41 runs off 27 deliveries in a rematch against the same team.
Batting at No. 3, Masakadza is expected to play an essential role in establishing his team’s atmosphere. His consistent scoring and aggressive style make him a key player as they aim for success in the tournament.
Probable Best Bowler: Vinay Kumar
The experienced right-arm pacer will be pivotal for Odisha, particularly with the new ball. Vinay Kumar can swing the ball both ways and benefit from a pitch that has been protected from the recent heavy rains. In Konark’s opening season match, Vinay took two wickets against the defending champions, Manipal, while conceding just 21 runs in four overs.
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