Punjab Kings (PBKS) continued their strong form in IPL 2025 with an impressive 8-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the Ekana Stadium. Key performances from Prabhsimran Singh, Shreyas Iyer, and Nehal Wadhera helped Punjab chase down a competitive total of 171 with ease.
Match Summary
Lucknow Super Giants’ Innings
- Toss: Punjab Kings won and opted to bowl first.
- LSG Total: 171/7 in 20 overs.
- Top Performers:
- Nicholas Pooran (45)
- Ayush Badoni (39)
- Abdul Samad (36)
- PBKS Bowling Highlights:
- Arshdeep Singh: 3 wickets
- Early dismissals of Mitchell Marsh and Rishabh Pant put LSG under pressure.
Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, Lucknow managed to put up a decent total, thanks to crucial knocks by Pooran, Badoni, and Samad.
Punjab Kings’ Chase
- PBKS Total: 174/2 in 18.3 overs.
- Top Performers:
- Prabhsimran Singh (56)
- Shreyas Iyer (52)
- Nehal Wadhera (43*)
Punjab’s run chase was smooth, with Prabhsimran and Iyer setting the tone with half-centuries. Nehal Wadhera played a steady role in finishing the game comfortably.
Key Takeaways
- Prabhsimran’s Form: His aggressive knock set up the chase for PBKS.
- LSG’s Middle Order Contribution: Pooran, Badoni, and Samad kept the innings alive despite early setbacks.
- Bowling Dominance: Arshdeep Singh’s early breakthroughs helped Punjab maintain control.
- Punjab’s Unbeaten Streak: This win keeps them at the top of the league standings.
Conclusion
Punjab Kings showcased an all-round performance to dominate Lucknow Super Giants. With strong batting depth and a disciplined bowling attack, they continue to be a formidable force in IPL 2025. Lucknow, on the other hand, will need to work on their consistency in the upcoming matches.