The Punjab Kings (PBKS) edged closer to securing a playoff spot in the IPL 2025 with a dominant 37-run victory over the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Dharamsala. Despite LSG captain Rishabh Pant choosing to bowl first, PBKS seized the opportunity and posted a mammoth total of 236/5 in their 20 overs.
This win propelled PBKS to second place in the standings with 15 points from 11 matches and a strong net run rate of +0.376. Meanwhile, LSG slid to seventh place with 10 points from 11 games and a negative net run rate of -0.469.
Although Priyansh Arya fell early, Prabhsimran Singh delivered an exceptional performance, smashing 91 runs off just 48 balls at a strike rate of 189.58. Contributions from Josh Inglis (30 off 14), Shreyas Iyer (45 off 25), and Nehal Wadhera (16 off 9) kept the scoreboard ticking. Shashank Singh (33* off 15) and Marcus Stoinis (15* off 5) provided a fiery finish, pushing the total past 230.
For LSG, Akash Singh and Digvesh Ratti picked up two wickets each, with Prince Yadav claiming one.
LSG’s chase got off to a shaky start, courtesy of Arshdeep Singh’s fiery spell. He dismissed Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, and Nicholas Pooran within the powerplay, leaving LSG in disarray. Pant’s poor form continued as he failed to make an impact with the bat, while David Miller’s early exit added to their woes.
Ayush Badoni and Abdul Samad attempted to revive the innings with an 81-run partnership for the sixth wicket. Samad scored 45 off 24 balls before his departure, while Badoni fought valiantly with 74 off 41 deliveries. Avesh Khan’s unbeaten 19 off 10 provided late momentum, but LSG fell short, finishing their innings at 199/7 in 20 overs.
For PBKS, Arshdeep shone with three wickets, supported by Azmatullah Omarzai’s two scalps. Marco Jansen and Yuzvendra Chahal chipped in with a wicket each to seal the victory.
Prabhsimran Singh was named Player of the Match for his explosive innings. Reflecting on his performance, he said, “It was a crucial knock for the team. I wanted to capitalize on the opportunity I got, and I’m glad it worked out. We realized early on that we needed a big total, and we adapted well to the situation.”
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