In Match 7 of the TATA IPL 2025, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) secured their first victory of the season by defeating the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) with a commanding five-wicket win. Chasing a target of 191, LSG’s innings were highlighted by explosive batting performances and strategic bowling.
Here are the Top 10 Impactful Moments from this thrilling encounter:
- Shardul Thakur’s Early Double Blow
- Travis Head’s Aggressive Counter-Attack
- Nicholas Pooran’s Blazing 70 off 26 Balls
- Mitchell Marsh’s Steady Half-Century
- Aniket Verma’s Late-Order Blitz
- Pat Cummins’ Quickfire 18 off 4 Balls
- LSG’s Explosive Powerplay Performance
- Harshal Patel’s Spectacular Catch and Key Wicket
- Shardul Thakur’s Four-Wicket Haul
- Abdul Samad’s Composed Finish
- Shardul Thakur’s Early Double Blow
In the third over, LSG’s pacer Shardul Thakur made a significant impact by dismissing Abhishek Sharma (6 off 6) and Ishan Kishan (0) off consecutive deliveries. Abhishek was caught at long-on, while Kishan edged behind, leaving SRH struggling early in their innings. - Travis Head’s Aggressive Counter-Attack
Despite the early setbacks, Travis Head showcased resilience by attacking Avesh Khan, hitting two sixes and a four in a single over. His aggressive approach kept SRH’s run rate competitive during the powerplay. - Nicholas Pooran’s Blazing 70 off 26 Balls
Promoted to number three, Nicholas Pooran justified the decision by smashing a rapid 70 runs off 26 balls, including six sixes and six fours. His innings propelled LSG’s chase and showcased his six-hitting prowess. - Mitchell Marsh’s Steady Half-Century
Partnering with Pooran, Mitchell Marsh contributed a composed 50 off 29 balls, anchoring the innings and ensuring LSG remained on track during the chase. - Aniket Verma’s Late-Order Blitz
Towards the end of SRH’s innings, Aniket Verma provided a crucial 36 off 13 balls, including five sixes. His late surge added valuable runs, pushing SRH to a total of 190 for 9. - Pat Cummins’ Quickfire 18 off 4 Balls
SRH’s captain Pat Cummins contributed a swift 18 runs off 4 balls, clearing the boundary three times and adding impetus to the team’s total in the final overs. - LSG’s Explosive Powerplay Performance
LSG had a formidable start, reaching 77 for 1 by the end of the powerplay, marking their second-highest powerplay score in IPL history. This aggressive beginning set a solid foundation for the chase. - Harshal Patel’s Spectacular Catch and Key Wicket
Harshal Patel showcased athleticism with a stunning catch at deep midwicket to dismiss Ayush Badoni. He followed up by claiming the wicket of Rishabh Pant, inducing an edge that was caught at short third man, causing a brief stutter in LSG’s chase. - Shardul Thakur’s Four-Wicket Haul
Returning in the death overs, Shardul Thakur finished with impressive figures of 4 for 34, effectively restricting SRH’s total and playing a pivotal role in LSG’s bowling attack. - Abdul Samad’s Composed Finish
In the final moments of the chase, Abdul Samad remained unbeaten with a quick 22 off 8 balls, ensuring LSG crossed the finish line comfortably and securing their first win of the season.
These moments encapsulate a match filled with aggressive batting displays, strategic bowling performances, and remarkable fielding efforts, culminating in a well-deserved victory for the Lucknow Super Giants over the Sunrisers Hyderabad.
