Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants 2025
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Score: 236/5 in 20 overs
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
Score: 199/7 in 20 overs
Venue
HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala
Date
May 4, 2025
Result
Punjab Kings won by 37 runs
Toss: Lucknow Super Giants won the toss and opted to bowl first
Player of the Match: Prabhsimran Singh
Punjab Kings Innings
- Prabhsimran Singh 91 (48 balls)
- David Miller 43 (22 balls)
- Marcus Stoinis 39 (21 balls)
Lucknow Super Giants Innings
- Ayush Badoni 74 (40 balls)
- Abdul Samad 41 (27 balls)
- Arshdeep Singh 3/16 (4 overs)
- Azmatullah Omarzai 2/33 (4 overs)
🔥 Top Performers: Stars of the Match
🏅 Prabhsimran Singh’s Blazing 91 Runs
In front of a roaring Dharamshala crowd, Prabhsimran Singh played one of the finest innings of the IPL 2025 season. His 91 off just 48 balls included 8 fours and 6 sixes, striking at nearly 190. He dominated the powerplay and kept the momentum through the middle overs, setting the foundation for PBKS to post a mammoth score.
🎯 Arshdeep Singh's Deadly Spell
With the new ball, Arshdeep Singh was lethal. He removed both openers early and later came back to take a crucial third wicket during LSG’s fightback phase. His final figures — 3 wickets for just 16 runs in 4 overs — played a decisive role in PBKS's win.
💥 Ayush Badoni's Lone Battle
LSG’s middle-order batter Ayush Badoni fought valiantly. Coming in under pressure, Badoni smashed 74 off 40 balls and kept Lucknow’s hopes alive well into the 18th over. His strokeplay, especially against spin, was commendable, but the rising asking rate proved too much.
📍 Venue Focus: HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala
Often referred to as one of the most beautiful stadiums in the world, the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala offered a true batting wicket this time around. The pitch was hard and allowed batters to play through the line, resulting in a high-scoring game.
✅ Dharamshala Pitch Report
- Type: Batting-friendly
- Bounce: Even
- Spin: Limited grip for spinners
- Best for: Setting a target
🧮 Points Table Update
Punjab Kings Rise
Following this victory, the Punjab Kings climbed to 2nd place on the IPL 2025 points table with 15 points from 11 matches . Their strong net run rate gives them a cushion in the playoff race.
LSG in Trouble
Lucknow Super Giants remain at 7th place , and now need to win their remaining matches to stay in contention for a top-four spot.
🔍 Strategic Highlights and Turning Points
- Powerplay Dominance: PBKS scored 69 runs in the first 6 overs, putting LSG on the back foot early.
- Middle-Order Firepower: Miller and Stoinis added a rapid 60-run partnership that pushed the score well past 200.
- LSG's Missed Opportunities: Dropped catches and a few expensive overs from Akash Singh and Avesh Khan cost LSG dearly.
- Arshdeep's Wickets at Key Moments: He broke the momentum every time LSG looked like building a partnership.
👥 Notable Mentions
- Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsh failed to capitalize on good starts.
- Avesh Khan and Akash Maharaj Singh struggled with their lengths during death overs.
- Abdul Samad looked good but lacked support to finish the chase.
📺 Where to Watch: PBKS vs LSG Live Streaming
📈 What’s Next for PBKS and LSG?
Punjab Kings
Next face Rajasthan Royals in a top-table clash.
Lucknow Super Giants
Face Delhi Capitals, a must-win for playoff qualification.
