In a thrilling encounter at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on March 27, 2025, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) secured a commanding five-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). The match witnessed stellar performances, notably from Nicholas Pooran and Shardul Thakur, propelling LSG to chase down a formidable target with ease.
Match Summary:
- Sunrisers Hyderabad: 190/9 in 20 overs
- Lucknow Super Giants: 193/5 in 16.1 overs
- Result: LSG won by 5 wickets
Sunrisers Hyderabad Innings:
- Travis Head: 47 runs off 28 balls
- Aniket Verma: 36 runs off 13 balls
- Nitish Kumar Reddy: 32 runs off 25 balls
- Shardul Thakur (LSG): 4 wickets for 34 runs in 4 overs
SRH’s innings was anchored by Travis Head’s aggressive 47, complemented by quick cameos from Aniket Verma and Nitish Kumar Reddy. However, Shardul Thakur’s exceptional bowling performance, claiming four crucial wickets, restricted SRH to 190/9.
Lucknow Super Giants Innings:
- Nicholas Pooran: 70 runs off 26 balls
- Mitchell Marsh: 52 runs off 31 balls
- Pat Cummins (SRH): 2 wickets for 29 runs in 3 overs
Chasing 191, LSG’s innings was highlighted by Nicholas Pooran’s explosive 70, featuring six sixes and six fours. His 18-ball half-century was the fastest of the season. Mitchell Marsh provided solid support with a well-paced 52. The duo’s 116-run partnership ensured LSG reached the target comfortably in 16.1 overs.
Key Performances:
- Shardul Thakur (LSG): 4/34 in 4 overs
- Nicholas Pooran (LSG): 70 off 26 balls
- Mitchell Marsh (LSG): 52 off 31 balls
Shardul Thakur’s pivotal role with the ball earned him the Player of the Match award, while Nicholas Pooran’s batting heroics were instrumental in LSG’s successful chase.
This victory marks LSG’s first win of the IPL 2025 season, showcasing their batting depth and bowling prowess. SRH, despite a competitive total, will look to address their bowling challenges in the upcoming fixtures.
