Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants Match Scorecard

Punjab Kings under Prabhsimran Singh unleashed an impressive batting performance against LSG to score 236 for 5 and claim second spot on the points table – an important step closer to qualifying for playoff spots.

Ayush Badoni hits a six down the ground to complete his 50 off 33 balls, well on his way towards a century in the Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants match scorecard.

Punjab Kings vs. Lucknow Super Giants

Punjab Kings made impressive strides towards the top of the table by beating Mumbai Indians decisively last time out and look set to continue that form when they face Lucknow Super Giants this time out in an important fixture that determines second position.

Home teams enjoy an enormous advantage at this venue, winning four out of the last five matches held there and two against LSG consecutively – demonstrating they are on an upward trend.

After resting Glenn Maxwell for their match against CSK, PBKS will revert back to their strongest lineup, likely featuring Marcus Stoinis or Suryansh Shedge to add some swing to their attack if conditions permit.

IPL 2025

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is an annual franchise-based Twenty20 cricket tournament hosted in India since 2008. As part of the global cricket circuit and one of its most lucrative sporting events, its 18th edition began on March 22.

However, due to a conflict between India and Pakistan on May 9 it was initially suspended but resumed six venues later that month on May 17 as scheduled.

The tournament consists of 74 matches spread out across 10 weeks at 13 venues. Teams compete in round-robin group stages before entering playoffs; four of these qualify for the June 3 final; while the bottom two will play Eliminator 1 matches to determine which one qualifies.

This year’s IPL tournament saw two new teams join, Lucknow Super Giants and Gujarat Titans, both franchises being selected through a closed auction held in October 2021 by RPSG Group and CVC Capital respectively; these franchises will pay an initial membership fee of Rs7,000 crore ($830 million) before entering IPL competition.

Both teams have struggled in their early performances but remain hopeful for improvement. LSG finished seventh last season and have appointed Rishabh Pant as captain this time around to turn things around. Meanwhile PBKS struggled last year but have appointed Shreyas Iyer as their new leader this time.

Their record currently sits at seven wins and five defeats with an excellent net run rate among current top eight sides and boasting both runs scored and wickets taken thus far in this tournament.

PBKS vs. LSG

Punjab Kings (PBKS), who are rapidly emerging as one of the top teams, took full advantage of Joburg’s higher altitude to score 236/5 against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at HPCA Stadium Dharamsala – setting them on their path toward playoff qualification.

To stay relevant in contention for playoff qualification, Punjab Kings faced another critical match against LSG at Dharamsala’s HPCA stadium with an emphatic win! Joburg is famous for encouraging fast bowlers, something which PBKS used as they scored 236/5 against LSG with ease during their first innings against LSG!

Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh’s openers set the pace with some aggressive hitting. Josh Inglis and Shreyas Iyer helped maintain momentum by hitting shots to all parts of the ground. Yuzvendra Chahal chipped in with an outstanding hat-trick while Nehal Wadhera and Shashank Singh provided vital death overs support.

LSG faltered early as they collapsed to 38 for 3 – their lowest powerplay score of this season. Rishabh Pant was particularly ineffective as he hit only 18 off 17 balls, his ninth score below 25 this season. Furthermore, both Ayush Badoni and Abdul Samad were out quickly for less than one run each.

LSG are still in contention for playoff contention despite an inconsistent start, hoping Nicholas Pooran can rediscover his form after scoring four fifties in six matches early in the year. Mayank Yadav, Avesh Khan and Ravi Bishnoi will need to step up if LSG hope to turn things around.

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Punjab Kings made their mark in this game as they overpowered their opponent with an explosive batting performance to earn second spot on the table.

LSG experienced a disappointing 2024 campaign and are looking to turn things around this time around. Rishabh Pant was appointed captain in order to promote change within their roster and they are hopeful for success this time around.

Arshdeep took control of the match after dismissing Markram, Marsh and Pooran with three quick wickets during the powerplay. LSG attempted to battle back but ultimately fell short against their target; Shreyas Iyer continued his impressive form with a 30-ball fifty and Nehal Wadhera also provided valuable wickets late on.

Schedule

Due to India-Pakistan tensions, this match was originally scheduled for April 6 but postponed to May 8. Both teams have faced each other six times during IPL with PBKS winning three out of those contests.

LSG hopes to rebound from an underwhelming 2024 campaign, where they finished seventh and missed out on playoff qualification. Under Shreyas Iyer as captain, LSG have lost three out of four matches played at Dharamsala this season and must find success here in order to remain competitive.