In the 13th league match of IPL 2025, Punjab Kings (PBKS) secured a dominant 8-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Batting first, Lucknow posted a total of 171/7, which Punjab comfortably chased down in just 16.2 overs.
Match Highlights (PBKS vs LSG 2025)
Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium, Lucknow
Toss: Punjab Kings won and opted to bowl first
Lucknow’s Score: 171/7 (20 overs)
Punjab’s Score: 175/2 (16.2 overs)
Result: Punjab Kings won by 8 wickets
Match Breakdown
First Innings: Lucknow’s Batting Struggles
Lucknow Super Giants had a rough start, with captain Rishabh Pant getting dismissed for just 2 runs. Nicholas Pooran top-scored with 44 runs, while Ayush Badoni contributed 38 runs. Punjab’s disciplined bowling attack restricted Lucknow from posting a big total.
Punjab’s Bowling Excellence
Punjab Kings’ bowlers dominated the game. Arshdeep Singh was the standout performer, claiming 3 wickets, while Kagiso Rabada and Sam Curran picked up one wicket each. Their precision bowling played a key role in limiting Lucknow’s score.
Second Innings: Punjab Kings’ Dominant Chase
Chasing 171 was a breeze for Punjab Kings. Prabhsimran Singh played an explosive knock, scoring 69 runs off 34 balls. Skipper Shreyas Iyer remained unbeaten at 52 runs*, while Nehal Wadhera added 43 runs*, ensuring an easy win.
Key Reasons for Lucknow’s Defeat
Top-order failure.
Lack of contribution from middle-order batters.
Ineffective bowling, especially in death overs.
Match Heroes: Prabhsimran Singh & Arshdeep Singh
Prabhsimran Singh’s aggressive batting and Arshdeep Singh’s exceptional bowling sealed the victory for Punjab Kings.
Upcoming Matches
Punjab Kings will face Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their next match, while Lucknow Super Giants will play against Rajasthan Royals (RR).
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