LSG Upset GT; Playoff Race Intensifies

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), already out of playoff contention, upset table-topping Gujarat Titans (GT) by 33 runs at the Narendra Modi Stadium, powered by a century from Mitch Marsh and a half-century from Nicholas Pooran. Despite the defeat, GT remain at the top of the IPL 2025 table with 18 points and have already secured playoff qualification. Key contributions from Jos Buttler, Sherfane Rutherford, and Shahrukh Khan could not prevent GT's middle-order from faltering. GT's hopes for a top-two finish now depend on their upcoming match against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and other teams' results. Only RCB and PBKS can overtake GT for a top-two spot if they win both remaining games. The playoff race intensifies as Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals face off in another crucial fixture, adding suspense to the final league matches.