Punjab Kings' assistant bowling coach Trevor Gonsalves hints at possible change in playing XI ahead of Chennai Super Kings clash

Jaipur: Punjab Kings are all set to compete against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Tuesday in their second home match of the season at the New PCA Stadium, New Chandigarh. While discussing the team's preparations and mindset ahead of the clash, assistant bowling coach Trevor Gonsalves was quizzed about the playing combination during the pre-match press conference.

While keeping the card close to his chest, Gonsalves hinted at possible change in the line-up against CSK.

Punjab will be entering the contest after their first loss in the season last week on Saturday against Rajasthan Royals.

"We have a well-balanced squad. We have a good set of pace bowlers, a good set of spinners and a very good batting line-up. Hence, we do have a very balanced unit. You might see a slight change tomorrow in the playing combination. I cannot discuss or say anything about it, but you will see tomorrow," said Gonsalves.

Former Vidarbha Ranji Trophy star Gonsalves was also asked if the team was unable to study and take full advantage of the home conditions.

While addressing the concept of home advantage, the 52-year-old assistant bowling coach said "We had been to Ahmedabad, and we beat Gujarat. It was their home, and they lost it. We went to Lucknow, and we beat them at their home. So, there is no home advantage in the IPL. I just feel that Rajasthan played better on the given day and that's it."

He further added how in T20 cricket, the wicket does not change much. Hence, the chances of win boil down to one's performance on a given day.

"I really don't see any major change in the wickets in just a 40-over game. There is nothing much to it. 20-20 is all about who does well on that given day. If you see CSK, which has been one of the top teams, they have lost in the last few games. It does not mean that they are a bad team or are not doing well. It is very early in the tournament to judge anyone. We have just started," said Gonsalves, a former junior Indian medium-pacer, who has taken 26 wickets in First-Class cricket.

The clash between the Punjab Kings and Chennai Super Kings will take place at the New PCA Stadium, New Chandigarh at 7:30 pm. The team will then travel to Hyderabad to play against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.