SRH vs LSG Hyderabad, March 27, 2025: In a high-scoring encounter, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 5 wickets in the 7th match of IPL 2025 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Chasing 191, LSG reached 193/5 in just 16.1 overs, thanks to a spectacular innings from Nicholas Pooran (70 off 26 balls) and a steady knock from Mitchell Marsh (52 off 31 balls).
SRH’s Strong Start but Faltering Finish
Batting first, SRH posted 190/9 in 20 overs. Their innings was anchored by Travis Head, who smashed 47 off 28 balls, while Aniket Verma provided fireworks at the end with 36 off just 13 balls. Nitish Reddy also chipped in with a handy 32 (28).
However, LSG’s bowlers, led by Thakur (4/34), kept striking at crucial intervals to restrict SRH from crossing the 200-run mark. Avesh Khan, Digvijesh Rathi, Ravi Bishnoi, and Prince Yadav picked up one wicket each.
SRH vs LSG: Nicholas Pooran’s Heroics Seal the Chase
LSG’s chase got off to a shaky start as Aiden Markram fell early. But Mitchell Marsh stabilized the innings, scoring 52 off 31 balls, before Nicholas Pooran took over.
Pooran demolished the SRH bowling attack, smashing 6 fours and 6 sixes at a stunning strike rate of 269.23. His fearless batting ensured that LSG comfortably chased the target with 23 balls to spare. David Miller (13 off 7) and Abdul Samad (22 off 8) finished the job in style.
Bowling Woes for SRH
Despite defending a decent total, SRH’s bowlers struggled against LSG’s aggressive batting. Pat Cummins (2/29) was the pick of the bowlers, while Mohammed Shami (1/37) and Harshal Patel (1/28) took a wicket each but couldn’t stop LSG’s onslaught.
Match Summary – SRH vs LSG:
SRH – 190/9 (20 Overs)
Travis Head – 47 (28), Aniket Verma – 36 (13), Nitish Reddy – 32 (28)
Thakur – 4/34, Avesh Khan – 1/45, Prince Yadav – 1/29
LSG – 193/5 (16.1 Overs)
Nicholas Pooran – 70 (26), Mitchell Marsh – 52 (31), Abdul Samad – 22 (8)
Pat Cummins – 2/29, Mohammed Shami – 1/37, Harshal Patel – 1/28
The SRH vs LSG match was a thrilling contest, but Nicholas Pooran’s sensational batting stole the show. With this dominant win, LSG continues their strong campaign in IPL 2025, while SRH will have to work on their bowling ahead of their next match.
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