LSG vs PBKS IPL 2025: Prabhsimran’s Heroics Lead Punjab Kings to a Dominant 8-Wicket Win

 LSG vs PBKS - IPL 2025 Match Review & Tactical Breakdown

Punjab Kings Dominate Lucknow Super Giants in a Commanding Chase

Venue: Ekana Cricket Stadium B Ground.
Date: April 1, 2025.
Toss: Punjab Kings won the toss and elected to field first.

First Innings: LSG's Mixed Batting Performance

A Nightmare Start for LSG

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) suffered a disastrous start as Mitchell Marsh was dismissed on the very first ball he faced. Aiden Markram showed aggression, scoring 28 off 18 balls, but his stay was ended by Lockie Ferguson. Adding to LSG’s woes, captain Rishabh Pant failed once again, managing just 2 runs before being dismissed.

Pooran and Badoni Stabilize the Innings

With early wickets falling, Nicholas Pooran took charge, forming a much-needed partnership with Ayush Badoni. Their stand helped LSG rebuild, and Pooran's 44 off 30 balls provided momentum before he fell at 89/4.

Late Flourishes by Miller, Samad & Badoni

Post Pooran’s dismissal, David Miller contributed 19 runs, while Abdul Samad (27 off 17) and Ayush Badoni (41 off 33) pushed LSG to a competitive 171/7 in 20 overs.

PBKS Bowling Brilliance

Arshdeep Singh took 3 and Lockie Ferguson, Marco Jansen,Glenn Maxwell,Yuzvendra Chahal all took 1 wicket each.

Second Innings: PBKS’s Dominant Chase

Prabhsimran Singh’s Match-Winning Knock

Punjab Kings (PBKS) started confidently with Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya at the crease. Arya departed for 8, but Prabhsimran, in sublime form, took charge alongside Shreyas Iyer. Their 87-run partnership put PBKS in the driver's seat. Prabhsimran’s 69 off 34 balls was a game-changing knock, including some exquisite stroke play. His innings ended after a brilliant boundary catch by Ayush Badoni and Ravi Bishnoi.

Iyer and Wadhera Finish in Style

With PBKS already in a comfortable position, Nehal Wadhera joined his captain, and they guided the team home with ease. Shreyas Iyer’s unbeaten 52 off 30 balls was a captain’s knock, sealing the game with a six. Wadhera’s 43 off 25 balls* ensured a smooth finish as PBKS chased the target in just 16.2 overs, winning by 8 wickets with 22 balls to spare.

LSG Bowling Effort

Digvesh Singh took 2 wickets.

Man of the Match - Prabhsimran Singh

For his explosive 69 off 34 balls, Prabhsimran Singh was named Man of the Match, proving to be the key difference in PBKS’s convincing victory.

Match Summary - LSG vs PBKS IPL 2025

Lucknow Super Giants - 171/7 (20 overs)

  • Nicholas Pooran – 44 (30)

  • Ayush Badoni – 41 (33)

  • Arshdeep Singh – 4-0-43-3

  • Glenn Maxwell – 3-0-22-1

Punjab Kings - 177/2 (16.2 overs)

  • Prabhsimran Singh – 69 (34)

  • Shreyas Iyer – 52* (30)

  • Digvesh Singh – 4-0-30-2

PBKS won by 8 wickets.

Stay tuned for more IPL 2025 match reviews.

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