IPL 2025: Lucknow Super Giants Secure Thrilling Victory Over Sunrisers Hyderabad, Climb to Second Spot in Points Table
In a high-octane clash of IPL 2025, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) registered their first win of the season by defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by five wickets. Chasing a competitive target of 191 runs, LSG cruised to victory in just 16.1 overs, losing five wickets in the process. Nicholas Pooran played a sensational knock, smashing 70 runs off just 26 balls, while Mitchell Marsh contributed with a quickfire 52 off 31 deliveries. Earlier in the game, Shardul Thakur dismantled SRH’s batting lineup, taking four crucial wickets. For Hyderabad, Travis Head top-scored with 47 runs. With this dominant win, LSG made a significant jump in the IPL 2025 points table, climbing to the second position.
Lucknow Super Giants’ Big Leap in the Points Table
With this emphatic victory over SRH, Lucknow Super Giants have climbed to the second spot in the IPL 2025 points table. Under the leadership of Rishabh Pant, LSG successfully chased down the target of 191 runs in just 16.1 overs, significantly boosting their net run rate. This victory not only strengthened their position in the tournament but also pushed Sunrisers Hyderabad down the table. SRH, who were previously at the top, have now dropped to the sixth position. Meanwhile, Rajasthan Royals, with back-to-back losses, remain at the bottom of the standings, while Gujarat Titans find themselves in ninth place.
RCB Takes the Top Spot
The defeat of Sunrisers Hyderabad proved to be a major advantage for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), who have now taken the top position in the IPL 2025 points table. RCB had started their campaign with a commanding win over Kolkata Knight Riders. With LSG now in second place, Punjab Kings hold the third position, while Chennai Super Kings are ranked fourth. Delhi Capitals, with one victory to their name, sit at the fifth position.
Nicholas Pooran’s Power-Hitting Masterclass
Chasing 191, LSG faced an early setback when Adam Markram was dismissed for just one run. However, Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran turned the tide with an explosive partnership. Marsh displayed aggressive intent, scoring 52 runs off just 31 balls, but it was Pooran who stole the show. His whirlwind knock of 70 off 26 balls, featuring six fours and six sixes, left the Hyderabad bowlers clueless. His stunning performance ensured that LSG comfortably chased down the target with nearly four overs to spare.
Shardul Thakur’s Bowling Brilliance
Before Pooran’s heroics with the bat, it was Shardul Thakur who laid the foundation for LSG’s victory. His exceptional bowling spell of 4/34 rattled Hyderabad’s batting order, dismissing key batters at crucial moments. Despite some resistance from Travis Head (47), Aniket Verma (36), and Nitish Kumar Reddy (32), SRH could only manage 190/9 in their 20 overs. Apart from Thakur, Avesh Khan, Digvesh Rathi, Ravi Bishnoi, and Prince Yadav picked up one wicket each.
IPL 2025 Points Table Standings After LSG vs SRH Match:
- Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) – 1 win, Top position
- Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) – 1 win, Second place
- Punjab Kings (PBKS) – Third place
- Chennai Super Kings (CSK) – Fourth place
- Delhi Capitals (DC) – Fifth place
- Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) – Sixth place
- Mumbai Indians (MI) – Yet to make an impact
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) – Struggling in the season
- Gujarat Titans (GT) – Near the bottom
- Rajasthan Royals (RR) – Yet to register a win
What’s Next for LSG and SRH?
After this dominant victory, LSG will look to carry forward their momentum into the next game, aiming for another strong performance. Meanwhile, SRH needs to regroup quickly and address their bowling concerns if they wish to climb back up the table. With the IPL 2025 season heating up, fans can expect more thrilling encounters in the coming days.
