The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) faced Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a thrilling encounter that took place at the iconic Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
After winning the toss and opting to bowl first, the Punjab Kings restricted the Lucknow Super Giants to a competitive total of 196/6 in their 20 overs.
LSG was propelled by a magnificent 72 off 44 balls from Josh Inglis and an explosive knock of 43 off 18 balls from Ayush Badoni in the middle overs. Yuzvendra Chahal was the most economical wicket-taker for PBKS, claiming two crucial wickets (2/25). Marco Jansen (2/33) also provided vital breakthroughs in his respective four-over spell.
In response, the Punjab Kings chase was rocked early as they lost a wicket on the very first ball, but they recovered spectacularly to manage 200/3 in just 18 overs. A fighting counter-attack from Shreyas Iyer, who smashed his maiden IPL century with an unbeaten 101 off 51 balls, and Prabhsimran Singh’s brilliant 69 off 39 deliveries were the major highlights in a flawless 140-run partnership.
Mohammed Shami was the pick of the bowlers for LSG, claiming a two-wicket haul (2/45) and providing early breakthroughs for the hosts. Arjun Tendulkar also claimed his maiden IPL wicket (1/36), but it was not enough to prevent the Punjab Kings from taking complete control of the chase.
Who won yesterday’s LSG vs PBKS IPL 2026 Match?
Punjab Kings (PBKS) defeated Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by 7 wickets in Match 68 of IPL 2026 in Lucknow.
Match Summary
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG): 196/6 in 20.0 overs; Josh Inglis 72 (44), Ayush Badoni 43 (18); Yuzvendra Chahal 2/25, Marco Jansen 2/33.
Punjab Kings (PBKS): 200/3 in 18.0 overs; Shreyas Iyer 101* (51), Prabhsimran Singh 69 (39); Mohammed Shami 2/45, Arjun Tendulkar 1/36.
LSG vs PBKS Top Players
Top Batter: Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) (101* runs).
Top Bowler: Yuzvendra Chahal (PBKS) (2/25).
LSG vs PBKS Match Award Winners
Player of the Match: Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) – 101* runs
Sierra Super Striker of the Match: Ayush Badoni (LSG) – SR: 238.89
Angel One Super Sixes of the Match: Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) – 5 Sixes
Rupay on the Go 4s of the Match: Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) – 11 Fours
Who will play Today’s IPL 2026 Match?
Mumbai Indians (MI) take on the Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai in today’s Match 69 of IPL 2026 at 3:30 PM IST and Kolkata Knight Riders host Delhi Capitals in Kolkata at 7:30 P.M. IST
Story first published: Sunday, May 24, 2026, 6:40 [IST]
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