In a rollercoaster match of SRH vs LSG IPL 2025, Lucknow Supergiants lost the match to Sunrisers Hyderabad by 6 wickets, and shattered the hopes of playoff contention for LSG. This match was played at Ekana Cricket Stadium, where a 206-run target was chased with Abhishek Sharma being the man of the match for his blistering knock of 59 runs in 20 balls.
Match Summary: SRH vs LSG IPL 2025 – Do or Die for Lucknow
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During the 61st match of the IPL 2025, Sunrisers Hyderabad skipper Pat Cummins chose to field first after winning the toss. Lucknow Supergiants recorded a tough total of 205/6 in 20 overs, led by half-centuries from Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markram.
But SRH easily chased the target with 10 balls remaining, owing to sensational performances by Abhishek Sharma and Henry Klaasen.
Sunrisers’ Power Chase Initiated by Abhishek Sharma and Klaasen
Abhishek Sharma’s Blazing Beginning
Even though the start was wobbly, Abhishek Sharma asserted himself in the early stages of the innings with an explosive 59 off 20 balls that included 6 sixes and 4 fours. His attacking approach placed SRH in the ascendancy over the required run rate and pierced Lucknow’s plans with their bowling.
Henry Klaasen Finishes It Off
Following Abhishek’s dismissal, Henry Klaasen made sure there was no surprise in the story. He played a composed but aggressive innings of 47 runs in 28 balls, with 4 boundaries and a six, guiding the chase efficiently.
Ishan Kishan and Kamindu Mendis’ support
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Ishan Kishan chipped in with a useful 35 off 28 balls, holding the innings together, while Kamindu Mendis scored a useful 32 runs from 21 balls before retiring hurt. Though not present on the field for the last few moments, his cameo was instrumental in securing the win for Sunrisers.
Lucknow’s Competitive Total Driven by Marsh and Markram
Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markram Hold the Innings Together
Batting first, Mitchell Marsh made a sterling 65 off 39 balls with 6 fours and 4 sixes. Aiden Markram chipped in with 61 off 38 balls. They set up a strong platform with an 85-run stand together.
After a solid beginning at 118/1 in 11 overs, LSG fumbled in the middle segment. Skipper Rishabh Pant (7) and Ayush Badoni (3) could not seize the moment, dampening the pace. The team was 168/3 in 17 overs before Nicholas Pooran’s blazing cameo of 45 from 26 deliveries.
Final Over Drama
Lucknow lost three wickets on the final over, with Pooran run out and Akash Deep making a six on the final ball to take the team past 200.
SRH Bowling Performance in IPL 2025 Match 61
Malinga Leads with the Ball. Ishan Malinga was the Sunrisers’ best bowler, taking 2 wickets for 28 runs. Harsh Dubey also took a wicket but was costly, giving 44 runs in 4 overs.
What This Means For The Points Table
As a result of this win in the SRH vs LSG IPL 2025 match:
Lucknow Supergiants are now functionally eliminated from playoff contention since they cannot attain the 16-point threshold.
Sunrisers Hyderabad, who are already eliminated from the playoffs, acted as spoilers with this morale-boosting win.
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