Nicholas Pooran & Mitchell Marsh Shine as LSG Crush Sunrisers Hyderabad by 5 Wickets
Hyderabad, March 2025 – Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) registered their first win in IPL 2025, defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by five wickets in a thrilling encounter at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Led by Nicholas Pooran’s explosive 70-run knock and Mitchell Marsh’s composed fifty, Lucknow chased down the target of 191 runs in just 16.1 overs.
With this dominant victory, Lucknow climbed to second place in the IPL points table, while SRH slipped from first to sixth place with a negative net run rate of -0.128. Meanwhile, RCB claimed the top spot after defeating Kolkata by seven wickets in their opening match.
Match Summary: SRH vs LSG, IPL 2025
| Match Details | Summary |
|---|---|
| Venue | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
| Result | LSG won by 5 wickets (with 23 balls remaining) |
| SRH Total | 190/9 (20 overs) |
| LSG Total | 191/5 (16.1 overs) |
| Top Performers | Nicholas Pooran (70), Mitchell Marsh (52), Shardul Thakur (4 wickets) |
Points Table Update: LSG Rises, SRH Falls
- Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) moved up to second place with a strong net run rate.
- Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), who were top of the table before the match, dropped to sixth place.
- Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) secured first place with two points and a net run rate of +2.137.
LSG’s Explosive Chase: Pooran & Marsh Wreck Hyderabad’s Bowling Attack
Chasing 191 runs, Lucknow had a shaky start as Mohammed Shami dismissed Aiden Markram for just 1 run. However, Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsh took control with a blazing 116-run partnership off just 43 balls.
🔥 Key Batting Performances:
- Nicholas Pooran: 70 runs (26 balls, 7 fours, 5 sixes) – 10th IPL fifty, second of the season
- Mitchell Marsh: 52 runs (32 balls, 7 fours, 2 sixes)
- David Miller: 13* runs (9 balls)
- Abdul Samad: 22* runs (12 balls)
🎯 Hyderabad’s Bowling Highlights:
- Pat Cummins: 2 wickets
- Mohammed Shami, Adam Zampa, Harshal Patel: 1 wicket each
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Struggle: Shardul Thakur’s Fiery Spell Destroys Batting Lineup
Batting first, SRH was expected to post a huge total, but Lucknow’s bowlers had other plans. Shardul Thakur’s lethal bowling spell (4 wickets) restricted SRH to 190/9 despite a solid start by Travis Head and Nitish Kumar Reddy.
🔥 Key Batting Performances for SRH:
- Travis Head: 47 runs (28 balls)
- Nitish Kumar Reddy: 32 runs (22 balls)
- Heinrich Klaasen: 26 runs (18 balls)
- Aniket Verma: 36 runs (24 balls)
- Pat Cummins: 18 runs (10 balls)
🎯 Lucknow’s Bowling Highlights:
- Shardul Thakur: 4 wickets (3 overs, 28 runs)
- Avesh Khan, Ravi Bishnoi, Prince Yadav, Digvesh: 1 wicket each
SRH struggled to recover after losing early wickets, and despite a quickfire partnership between Head and Reddy, they fell short of their expected 200+ total.
What’s Next? Upcoming Matches & Expectations
- Lucknow Super Giants will look to continue their winning momentum in their next fixture.
- Sunrisers Hyderabad will need to bounce back strongly to regain their position at the top of the table.
- With Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsh in top form, LSG has emerged as a strong contender in IPL 2025.
Final Thoughts
Lucknow Super Giants’ clinical all-round performance ensured a convincing 5-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad. With Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsh delivering a power-packed chase, and Shardul Thakur dismantling SRH’s batting lineup, LSG has made a bold statement in IPL 2025.
With the race for the playoffs heating up, every match becomes crucial. Can SRH bounce back, or will LSG continue their dominance? Stay tuned for more IPL 2025 action!
