In a heart-stopping encounter at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) held their nerves to secure a dramatic two-run victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Match 36 of IPL 2025.
Batting First – LSG’s Steady Approach
- LSG posted a competitive 180/5 in 20 overs.
- Nicholas Pooran’s 54 (38) and KL Rahul’s 48 (32) steadied the ship.
- RR’s Trent Boult picked up crucial wickets, finishing with 2/27.
RR’s Chase – Fireworks & Frustration
- Yashasvi Jaiswal’s explosive 63 (42) set a strong foundation.
- RR raced to 61/0 in Powerplay, smashing 6 sixes.
- The middle overs saw steady scoring, but wickets at crucial moments hurt RR.
The Final Over Thriller
With 9 runs needed from 6 balls, RR had a realistic shot. However:
- Shimron Hetmyer fell at a crucial moment, caught at square leg.
- Shubham Dubey’s valiant effort wasn’t enough, RR managed only 178/5.
- Avesh Khan’s brilliant last over sealed a spectacular win for LSG.
This match had everything—big hits, nail-biting finishes, and unforgettable drama!
(Detailed summary follows)