IPL 2025: LSG’s Dominant Chase Seals Victory Over SRH in Just 16.1 Overs
Lucknow Super Giants Thrash Sunrisers Hyderabad with a Power-Packed Chase
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) pulled off an emphatic win against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), chasing down a target of 191 in just 16.1 overs. The explosive performance not only secured LSG a comfortable victory but also served as redemption for last season’s heartbreak when SRH had chased down 166 in just 9.4 overs.
Samad Finishes It Off in Style
As the 16th over concluded, LSG needed just two runs to seal the game. Abdul Samad, in a hurry to wrap things up, smashed Zampa for a four and a six, leaving LSG on the brink of victory. A strategic timeout briefly delayed the inevitable, but Ishan Kishan—bowling for the first time in IPL—delivered a full toss that Miller effortlessly lofted over extra cover to seal the deal.
With 23 balls and five wickets in hand, this was a statement win for LSG, proving their batting depth and resilience.
Key Moments of the Match
Harshal Patel’s Late Strike on Rishabh Pant
Harshal Patel, known for his variations, struck at a crucial moment. He delivered a high full toss, and Rishabh Pant, aiming for a leg-side smash, ended up edging it to short third, where Shami made no mistake. Pant hoped for a no-ball call, but replays confirmed the delivery was within legal height had he been in his crease. Despite the wicket, Abdul Samad’s fireworks ensured LSG remained on course, leaving just 15 required from 30 balls.
Harshal’s Stunning Catch – A Contender for the Best of the Tournament?
Harshal Patel was not just impactful with the ball but also pulled off a breathtaking catch. Positioned at deep midwicket, he sprinted in, timed his dive to perfection, and grabbed a top-edge from Badoni with both hands, completing it with a smooth slide.
With just 37 runs needed from seven overs, LSG remained in firm control, with David Miller joining Pant at the crease.
Mitchell Marsh’s Fifty Ends in Disappointment
Playing a supporting role to Nicholas Pooran, Mitchell Marsh steadily built his innings. Once Pooran departed, Marsh took charge, slamming back-to-back fours off Cummins. The second boundary brought up his second consecutive IPL fifty, reaching the milestone in just 29 balls. However, his joy was short-lived, as Cummins had him caught at long-on two balls later.
At this stage, LSG needed just 53 from 54 balls, with Pant and Badoni taking charge.
Cummins Strikes Back with Pooran’s Big Wicket
Just when LSG seemed to be cruising, Pat Cummins delivered a game-changing moment. A full delivery trapped Nicholas Pooran right in front of the stumps. Pooran reviewed the decision, but ball-tracking confirmed it was hitting middle and leg. The hard-hitting West Indian walked back after a blistering 70 off just 26 balls.
Cummins, fired up, tested Pant with back-to-back short-pitched deliveries at speeds over 140 km/h. However, LSG still held the upper hand at 120/2 after nine overs, needing just 71 off 66 balls.
Fastest Fifty of IPL 2025: Nicholas Pooran Lights Up Hyderabad
Nicholas Pooran was in a different league, bringing up his fifty in just 18 balls—the fastest of the season. He took on Adam Zampa, smashing a six to reach the milestone before guiding another wide delivery for a boundary.
By the seventh over, LSG had already wiped out half the target, standing at 96 for 1 and needing just 95 more from 13 overs.
LSG Dominate Powerplay with 77/1 Start
LSG had an electrifying start, registering their second-highest powerplay score in IPL history—77/1. Meanwhile, SRH introduced Adam Zampa as their Impact Player, hoping to turn the tide.
LSG’s Batting Onslaught Overwhelms SRH
With Pooran and Marsh taking charge, LSG never looked in trouble. Pooran took apart left-arm spinner Abhishek Sharma, smashing two massive sixes after Sharma had bowled a tight first four deliveries.
From the third over, LSG’s batting onslaught began:
- Pooran launched Simarjeet Singh for two sixes and a four.
- Shami faced the same fate, as Marsh joined the party with two massive sixes in quick succession.
- By the end of the fourth over, LSG were already at 49/1.
Shami’s Early Breakthrough
SRH had a promising start with the ball, as Mohammed Shami removed Aiden Markram in the second over. Markram had an early life when Pat Cummins missed a direct-hit run-out chance, but he couldn’t capitalize, chipping a catch straight to mid-off soon after.
LSG were 14/1 at that stage, but that was the only early success SRH had.
SRH’s Underwhelming Finish – 190/9 in 20 Overs
Despite a promising start, SRH couldn’t push past 200. Their innings wrapped up at 190/9, with the last two overs producing just 10 runs.
Shardul Thakur was the pick of the bowlers, finishing with 4/34—his best IPL figures—and donning the Purple Cap. Interestingly, he had gone unsold at the auction before being brought in as a replacement.
While 190 might seem a modest total given recent high-scoring games, it was still a competitive score—just not enough against LSG’s batting firepower.
Pat Cummins’ Brief Fireworks – Three Sixes and Out
Pat Cummins tried to salvage the innings with a quickfire cameo, smashing three consecutive sixes before perishing on the next ball. Avesh Khan dismissed him, but not before Cummins joined an elite list of batters who hit their first three deliveries for sixes in IPL history.
Final Verdict: A One-Sided Chase
Despite some hiccups, LSG’s batting unit proved too strong for SRH. Pooran’s explosive knock, Marsh’s support, and crucial finishing touches from Abdul Samad and Miller ensured a dominant victory.
SRH’s bowling lacked penetration, and their fielding errors—including dropped catches—added to their woes.
With this win, LSG not only secured two valuable points but also sent a strong message to the rest of the league: they are here to dominate!
