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LSG vs PBKS, IPL 2025: Punjab Kings Clinch Victory by 8 Wickets
Punjab Kings registered a convincing eight-wicket victory over the Lucknow Super Giants in Match 13 of the Indian Premier League 2025, held at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Tuesday. The dominant performance, marked by Shreyas Iyer’s crucial fifty and a stellar bowling display, propelled PBKS to their second win in as many games.
Match Summary
- Teams: Lucknow Super Giants vs. Punjab Kings
- Venue: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
- Date: April 2, 2025
- Result: Punjab Kings won by 8 wickets
Key Highlights
- Shreayas Iyer’s Fifty: Shreayas Iyer anchored the chase with a well-crafted fifty, finishing the match with a six over mid-wicket. This marked his second fifty of the season.
- Prabhsimran Singh’s Powerplay Contribution: Prabhsimran Singh provided a rapid start for Punjab Kings during the powerplay, setting the stage for a comfortable chase.
- Arshdeep Singh’s Bowling Prowess: Arshdeep Singh was the pick of the bowlers for Punjab Kings, claiming three wickets, including crucial dismissals in the death overs.
- LSG’s Struggle: Despite Nicholas Pooran's measured innings, the Lucknow Super Giants struggled to build a substantial total.
Innings Breakdown
First Innings (LSG)
- Lucknow Super Giants: 171 for 7 (20 overs)
- Top Scorer: Nicholas Pooran (44)
- Key Dismissal: Yuzvenra Chahal induced a mistime from Nicholas Pooran, caught at long-off
- Bowling Performance: Arshdeep Singh (3/43)
Second Innings (PBKS)
- Punjab Kings: 177 for 2 (16.2 overs)
- Top Scorers: Prabhsimran Singh (69), Shreayas Iyer (52 not out), Nehal Wadhera (43 not out)
- Key Wicket: Digvesh Rathi picked up both opening batters.
Upcoming Fixtures
- Punjab Kings: Will host the Rajasthan Royals at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Cricket Stadium on April 1, 2025 (Saturday).
- Lucknow Super Giants: Will face the Mumbai Indians at home on April 1, 2025 (Friday).
FAQs
- Who was the pick of the bowlers for Punjab Kings? Arshdeep Singh was the pick of the bowlers, taking 3 wickets.
- How many fifties does Shreayas Iyer have this season? He has two fifties to his name.
- Where was the match held? The match was held at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
- What is the current record of Punjab Kings in IPL 2025? Punjab Kings have won two games out of two.
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