Nicholas Pooran scored a rapid 45 runs off 16 balls at the end, helping the Lucknow Super Giants set a competitive total of 205/7. However, Sunrisers Hyderabad chased down the target with 10 balls to spare, eliminating LSG from the play-off race.
LSG batter remained at the crease until the 19.3 over but was run out with three balls left. Abdul Samad, who was on strike, failed to make contact with the ball, and Pooran, attempting to sneak a single from the non-striker's end, was dismissed by Ishan Kishan’s accurate throw. Pooran left the field visibly frustrated.
Just two balls later, Abdul Samad’s wicket fell when he dragged a delivery onto his stumps. This only added to Pooran's anger, as he was seen throwing his pads against the glass in frustration, a moment captured on camera that quickly went viral.
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Sunrisers Hyderabad's Explosive Chase Ends Lucknow’s IPL 2025 Hopes
Despite scoring a respectable total of 205/7 in 20 overs with fifties from Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markaram, the LSG bowlers were unable to contain the SRH batsmen. Abhishek Sharma provided a strong start with a blistering 59 runs off 20 balls, and Heinrich Klassen finished the chase in style, knocking Lucknow Super Giants out of the competition.
The Lucknow Super Giants, having had an inconsistent season filled with ups and downs, failed to maintain consistency despite their strong lineup, resulting in their second consecutive failure to qualify for the IPL play-offs.
Meanwhile, Sunrisers Hyderabad, who had already been eliminated from the tournament, secured this victory for pride and denied LSG their opportunity for qualification. Stay tuned for more updates on the IPL 2025.
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