In a thrilling encounter at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) edged out Rajasthan Royals (RR) by 2 runs in IPL 2025 Match 36 on April 19, 2025.
Match Summary
Batting first, LSG posted a competitive total of 180/5 in their 20 overs. Aiden Markram and Ayush Badoni contributed with brisk half-centuries, while Abdul Samad provided a late flourish, hitting four sixes in the final over.
In response, RR’s chase was bolstered by a solid 74-run knock from Yashasvi Jaiswal. Making headlines, 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi made a sensational debut, scoring 34 runs off 20 balls, including three sixes, and forming an 85-run opening partnership with Jaiswal. Despite their efforts, RR fell short, managing 178/5 in their allotted overs.
Key Performers
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LSG Batting: Aiden Markram – 52 runs; Ayush Badoni – 51 runs
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RR Batting: Yashasvi Jaiswal – 74 runs; Vaibhav Suryavanshi – 34 runs
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LSG Bowling: Avesh Khan – 3/37, including defending 9 runs in the final over
Points Table Impact
This victory propelled LSG further up the IPL 2025 standings, marking their fifth win of the season. RR, on the other hand, continues to struggle, remaining in the lower half of the table.
Next Matches
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April 20: Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru
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April 21: Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings
