The IPL has entered the decisive second half of the league phase, and barely two points separate the top six teams. The other four are also not too adrift.  The field is thus wide open for each team to aim for the top-four spot in order to qualify for the Playoffs. In such a scenario the teams have to seize even the smallest opportunity to garner as many wins as possible. Lucknow Super Giants have let go of a couple of games from a winning position and that could well hurt them in the final analysis. As of now, things are still in their control, but they need to show positive intent right through the match and not let their guard down.

Punjab high on confidence

Lucknow Super  Giants, who come up against Punjab Kings tonight here in Mohali, know very well that the hosts are on a high and they will have to bring out their best to subdue them. Punjab Kings played their last match last Saturday when they outplayed hosts Mumbai Indians in a high-scoring game. There is little doubt Punjab Kings are on a high after the win at Wankhede Stadium and have had five days to recuperate and resume their battle with confidence.