Lucknow Super Giants produced a dominant batting display to edge past Royal Challers Bengaluru by 9 runs in a high-scoring IPL thriller. Powered by a sensational century from Mitchell Marsh, LSG posted a massive 209/3 in 19 overs before restricting RCB to 203/6 despite a late fightback. The match delivered everything cricket fans expect from a blockbuster T20 encounter — explosive batting, early wickets, momentum swings, and a tense finish.
Mitchell Marsh Steals the Show with Blazing 111
Opening batter Mitchell Marsh played one of the finest innings of the season, smashing 111 runs off just 56 balls. His innings included 9 fours and 9 sixes, completely dismantling the RCB bowling attack.
Marsh dominated from the powerplay itself and never allowed the bowlers to settle. His aggressive approach helped Lucknow maintain a run rate close to 11 throughout the innings.
Nicholas Pooran added quick support with 38 off 23 balls, while captain Rishabh Pant finished strongly with an unbeaten 32 off just 10 deliveries at an incredible strike rate of 320.
LSG Batting Scorecard
- Mitchell Marsh – 111 (56)
- Nicholas Pooran – 38 (23)
- Rishabh Pant – 32* (10)
- Arshin Kulkarni – 17 (24)
Lucknow finished at 209/3 in 19 overs.
RCB Bowlers Struggle Under Pressure
RCB bowlers found it difficult to contain the aggressive batting lineup. Josh Hazlewood and Krunal Pandya picked up one wicket each, but the attack leaked runs consistently.
Best Bowling Figures for RCB
- Krunal Pandya – 1/31
- Josh Hazlewood – 1/49
- Rasikh Salam Dar – 1/53
The absence of tight middle-over bowling proved costly for Bengaluru.
Rajat Patidar and Tim David Fight Back for RCB
Chasing 210, RCB suffered an early collapse as Virat Kohli departed for a duck and Jacob Bethell managed only 4 runs.
However, skipper Rajat Patidar counterattacked brilliantly with 61 off 31 balls, smashing 6 sixes to bring RCB back into the contest.
Tim David played a fiery cameo of 40 runs from just 17 balls, while Krunal Pandya and Romario Shepherd kept the chase alive in the final overs.
RCB Batting Highlights
- Rajat Patidar – 61 (31)
- Tim David – 40 (17)
- Devdutt Padikkal – 34 (25)
- Krunal Pandya – 28* (16)
Despite the late surge, RCB fell short by 9 runs.
Prince Yadav Leads LSG Bowling Attack
Young pacer Prince Yadav emerged as the game-changer for Lucknow Super Giants. He dismissed Virat Kohli and finished with impressive figures of 3/33 in 4 overs.
Shahbaz Ahmed also chipped in with two crucial wickets, while Mohammed Shami maintained pressure during the powerplay.
Best Bowling Figures for LSG
- Prince Yadav – 3/33
- Shahbaz Ahmed – 2/33
- Mohammed Shami – 1/33
Turning Point of the Match
Mitchell Marsh’s explosive century completely shifted the momentum in Lucknow’s favour. His partnership with Nicholas Pooran laid the foundation for a huge total, while Rishabh Pant’s late finishing ensured LSG crossed the 200-run mark comfortably.
RCB’s early loss of Virat Kohli also hurt the chase significantly.
Player of the Match
Mitchell Marsh – Lucknow Super Giants
- 111 runs off 56 balls
- 9 fours and 9 sixes
- Strike Rate: 198.21
His fearless batting proved to be the biggest difference between the two sides.
Final Score Summary
Lucknow Super Giants – 209/3 (19 Overs)
Mitchell Marsh 111, Pooran 38, Pant 32*
Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 203/6 (19 Overs)
Rajat Patidar 61, Tim David 40
Result
Lucknow Super Giants won by 9 runs.
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