LSG’s Commanding Chase Stuns SRH in Hyderabad
LSG delivered a clinical performance, comfortably chasing down 191 against SRH with 23 balls to spare. Nicholas Pooran’s explosive 70 off 26 balls and Shardul Thakur’s four-wicket haul ensured LSG’s five-wicket victory in Hyderabad.
Thakur’s Early Breakthroughs Set the Tone
SRH, known for their aggressive batting, struggled against Thakur’s precision. He removed Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan off consecutive deliveries, halting SRH’s early momentum.
Despite Travis Head’s brisk 47 and Aniket Verma’s fiery 36 off 13 balls, SRH’s innings never gained full control. Their lower-order contributions weren’t enough to push them past the 200-run mark.
Pooran’s Power-Hitting Destroys SRH’s Defense
LSG’s chase got off to a rocky start with the early dismissal of Aiden Markram. However, Pooran turned the game on its head, launching sixes at will. He dominated SRH’s bowlers, particularly taking on left-arm spinner Abhishek Sharma and legspinner Adam Zampa.
Mitchell Marsh played a solid supporting role with a 52-run knock, ensuring LSG remained in control throughout the chase. Abdul Samad’s unbeaten cameo of 22 from 8 balls provided the finishing
LSG’s Bold Approach Earns Crucial Victory
This emphatic win was a statement from LSG, showcasing their fearless approach in IPL 2025. With Thakur leading the bowling attack and Pooran dismantling oppositions with the bat, LSG looks set for a dominant season ahead.
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