India, April 25 -- There isn't much of a difference between hosts Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at this stage of IPL 19. Both have had underwhelming campaigns which makes Sunday's match between the two here a battle to stay in contention for the play-off.

The Rishabh Pant-led LSG's season has been defined by inconsistency, especially in batting. Chief coach Justin Langer has said LSG's batters have not adapted well to the extra pace and bounce on home pitches, especially on the mixed soil wicket, and that has impacted their results. Even when the bowling has kept LSG in games, the batters have struggled to build partnerships or finish matches.

For the first time this season, LSG have opt...