LSG Secures First IPL 2025 Win, Beats SRH by Five Wickets

In a thrilling match of IPL 2025, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) secured their first victory by defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by five wickets at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. SRH batted first, setting a target of 190 runs, thanks to Travis Head's 47 and Aniket Verma's quick 36 runs, but were contained by Shardul Thakur, who took four wickets for 34 runs. LSG's chase was spearheaded by Nicholas Pooran, who scored a rapid 70 off 26 balls, and Mitchell Marsh, who added a solid 52. Despite losing early wickets, LSG comfortably reached 193 runs in just over 16 overs, showcasing their batting depth. The win marked a significant turnaround for LSG after their initial loss in the tournament, while SRH will need to address their bowling inconsistencies moving forward. This match highlighted the competitive nature of the IPL and set the stage for upcoming clashes.