PBKS vs LSG: Why is Mark Wood Not Playing Today’s IPL 2023 Match? Check LSG Playing 11

In a crucial news development, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are once again not playing their premier overseas speedster Mark Wood in their 8th encounter of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL 2023) season against the Punjab Kings (PBKS) being played at the Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali. The Lucknow Super Giants have witnessed quite mixed fortunes unfold in the ongoing edition of the T20 competition as they have witnessed a total of 4 victories and 3 losses.

PBKS vs LSG: Why is Mark Wood Not Playing Today’s IPL 2023 Match?

After having lost the toss and being asked to bat first, the Lucknow Super Giants captain KL Rahul revealed that Mark Wood is once again not included in the started LSG playing 11 for today’s PBKS vs LSG match. Interestingly, the England pacer has been included as one of the five substitute members but he cannot be used as an Impact Player because the Lucknow Super Giants are already playing with overseas players, Kyle Mayers, Naveen-ul-Haq, Marcus Stoinis and Nicholas Pooran. On the other hand, Wood has bowled really well so far in IPL 2023 where he has taken as many as 11 wickets from just 4 games that includes a stunning five-wicket haul.

“Motivation remains the same wherever I play. But yeah, lot more familiar with these conditions. Looks like a good wicket. Dew does become a factor, that’s why teams opt to bowl. Same team,” said Lucknow Super Giants captain KL Rahul during the toss.

LSG Playing 11

1. KL Rahul (C)
2. Kyle Mayers
3. Deepak Hooda
4. Marcus Stoinis
5. Nicholas Pooran (Wk)
6. Krunal Pandya
7. Ayush Badoni
8. Avesh Khan
9. Ravi Bishnoi
10. Naveen-ul-Haq
11. Yash Thakur

Mark Wood IPL 2023 Price

Lucknow Super Giants acquired Mark Wood, the right-arm fast bowler from England, for INR 7.5 Crore in the IPL 2022 mega auction, but he was ruled out of the entire tournament due to an injury. Despite this setback, LSG decided to retain him for the upcoming IPL 2023 auction, despite his history of injuries. The team management seems to value his contribution to the team and sees potential in him.

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