LSG won against GT by 6 wickets
- GT 180/6 (20)
- LSG 186/4 (19.3)
PLAYER OF THE MATCH
Aiden Markram (LSG)
In a thrilling encounter at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on April 12, 2025, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) clinched a six-wicket victory over the Gujarat Titans (GT) in Match 26 of the IPL 2025 season. This win marked LSG’s third consecutive triumph, propelling them to third place in the points table and ending GT’s four-match winning streak.
GT’s Innings:
GT’s innings was anchored by a formidable opening partnership between Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan, who scored 60 (38 balls) and 56 (37 balls) respectively. Their 120-run stand laid a solid foundation, but LSG’s bowlers, led by Ravi Bishnoi (2/36) and Shardul Thakur (2/34), applied pressure in the latter half, restricting GT to 180/6.
LSG’s Chase:
Chasing 181, LSG introduced a new opening pair with Aiden Markram and Rishabh Pant. Markram’s fluent 58 off 31 balls set the tone, while Nicholas Pooran’s explosive 61 off 34 balls, featuring six sixes, propelled LSG towards the target. Despite losing key wickets, Ayush Badoni’s composed finish ensured LSG reached 186/4 in 19.3 overs.
Key Performances:
- Nicholas Pooran (LSG): 61 runs off 34 balls
- Aiden Markram (LSG): 58 runs off 31 balls
- Shubman Gill (GT): 60 runs off 38 balls
- Sai Sudharsan (GT): 56 runs off 37 balls
- Ravi Bishnoi (LSG): 2 wickets for 36 runs
- Shardul Thakur (LSG): 2 wickets for 34 runs
Turning Points:
- LSG’s Opening Stand: The 61-run partnership between Markram and Pant provided a strong start.
- Pooran’s Power-Hitting: His aggressive innings shifted momentum in LSG’s favor.
- Bishnoi’s Middle Overs: His crucial wickets curtailed GT’s scoring rate.
Conclusion:
LSG’s comprehensive performance showcased their batting depth and bowling prowess. With this victory, they solidify their position in the top tier of the IPL 2025 standings, while GT will aim to regroup after this setback.