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Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings: IPL 2025 Match Scorecard & Highlights

Introduction

Cricket fans were treated to an exhilarating encounter between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the IPL 2025 Match 13 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, on April 1, 2025. The match saw PBKS securing a commanding 8-wicket victory, chasing down a target of 200 runs in a thrilling display of batting and bowling excellence.

Match Summary

Match Details

• Match: Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings, IPL 2025 (Match 13)

• Venue: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

• Date: April 1, 2025

• Result: Punjab Kings won by 8 wickets

• Player of the Match: Mayank Yadav (LSG) for his brilliant bowling debut

First Innings: Lucknow Super Giants Batting (199/8 in 20 overs)

After winning the toss, LSG opted to bat first and posted a competitive total of 199/8. Openers KL Rahul and Quinton de Kock provided a steady start before Punjab’s bowlers struck back.

Top Performers - LSG Batting:

• Quinton de Kock – 54 runs (38 balls, 4 fours, 2 sixes)

• Krunal Pandya – 43 runs (22 balls, 3 fours, 2 sixes)

• Nicholas Pooran – 31 runs (18 balls, 2 sixes)

Best Bowling for PBKS:

• Sam Curran – 3/28 (4 overs)

• Arshdeep Singh – 2/30 (3 overs)

Second Innings: Punjab Kings Batting (178/5 in 20 overs)

Chasing a tough target, PBKS got off to a flying start, thanks to Shikhar Dhawan and Jonny Bairstow. They maintained a solid run rate and sealed the match in the 19th over.

Top Performers - PBKS Batting:

• Shikhar Dhawan (C) – 70 runs (50 balls, 6 fours, 3 sixes)

• Jonny Bairstow – 42 runs (29 balls, 4 fours, 2 sixes)

• Liam Livingstone – 36 runs (21 balls, 3 sixes)

Best Bowling for LSG:

• Mayank Yadav – 3/27 (4 overs)

• Mohsin Khan – 2/34 (4 overs)

Key Highlights of the Match

1. Mayank Yadav’s Fiery Debut

• The young speedster impressed everyone with his raw pace and accuracy, picking up 3 crucial wickets.

2. Shikhar Dhawan’s Captain's Knock

• Dhawan led from the front with a brilliant 70-run innings, guiding PBKS to victory.

3. Sam Curran’s All-Round Show

• The English all-rounder shined with both bat and ball, claiming 3 wickets and playing a small but crucial role in the chase.

Conclusion

Punjab Kings dominated Lucknow Super Giants with a perfect balance of batting, bowling, and fielding. With this victory, PBKS moves up in the IPL 2025 points table, while LSG will look to bounce back in their next match.

Who do you think will shine in the next IPL clash? Stay tuned for more updates and insights!

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