Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have been eliminated from the IPL 2025 playoffs race as they lost to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by six wickets in Lucknow on Monday.
Abhishek’s 18-ball fifty knocks LSG out of playoffs race
Match Details:● Tournament: Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025
● Match Number: 61
● Date: 19 May 2025
● Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
● Toss: Sunrisers Hyderabad won the toss and elected to bowl first.
Match Summary: Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – Who Won?
Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Lucknow Super Giants by six wickets in a thrilling encounter at the Ekana Stadium, effectively ending LSG’s playoff hopes in IPL 2025. LSG posted a competitive 205/7, powered by half-centuries from Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markram, but SRH’s explosive chase, led by Abhishek Sharma’s blistering 59 off 20 balls, sealed the victory with 10 balls to spare. Despite a valiant effort from LSG’s debutant bowler Digvesh Rathi, SRH’s batting firepower proved too strong.
IPL 2025 is heating up with thrilling matches, and today’s clash between Lucknow Super Giants and Sunrisers Hyderabad was no different. Cricket fans witnessed a nail-biting encounter where Sunrisers Hyderabad showcased an outstanding performance. This article provides a detailed match report, including key highlights, top scorers, best bowlers, and the updated points table.
First Innings: Lucknow Super Giants – 205/7 in 20 Overs
● Top Scorer: Mitchell Marsh – 65 off 39 balls
● Best Bowler: Eshan Malinga – 2 wickets for 28 runs in 4 overs
Second Innings: Sunrisers Hyderabad – 206/4 in 18.2 Overs
● Top Scorer: Abhishek Sharma – 59 off 20 balls
● Best Bowler: Digvesh Rathi – 2 wickets for 37 runs in 4 overs
Key Highlights:
✅ Fastest Fifty by Abhishek Sharma: Abhishek Sharma smashed a 20-ball fifty, including four consecutive sixes off Ravi Bishnoi in the seventh over, marking one of the most expensive overs in IPL history.
✅ Marsh-Markram Partnership: LSG’s openers Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markram forged a 115-run stand, setting a solid platform with aggressive strokeplay.
✅ Kamindu Mendis’ Injury: Kamindu Mendis retired hurt with a hamstring injury when SRH needed just nine runs, but Nitish Reddy ensured a smooth finish.
✅ Harshal Patel’s Milestone: Harshal Patel reached 150 IPL wickets, dismissing Aiden Markram with a clever slower yorker.
Player of the Match:
🏆 Abhishek Sharma (Sunrisers Hyderabad) for his explosive 59 off 20 balls, including 4 sixes and 6 fours, setting the tone for SRH’s successful chase.
Updated Points Table:
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucknow Super Giants | 12 | 5 | 7 | 10 | -0.469 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 12 | 5 | 7 | 9 | -0.200 |
| Gujarat Titans | 12 | 8 | 4 | 16 | +0.350 |
Note: The points table reflects standings after the LSG vs SRH match, with LSG eliminated from playoff contention.
What’s Next?
📅 Upcoming Match: Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals on 21 May 2025 at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.
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