Thrilling IPL Match: LSG Edges RCB by Nine Runs in Lucknow
IPL 2026: Marsh, Prince shine as RCB falls nine runs short to LSG in a thriller
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In a nail-biting finish, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) by nine runs at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. Mitchell Marsh's century (111 off 56 balls) and Prince Yadav's bowling (3/33) led LSG to their third victory of the season, while RCB suffered their fourth loss.
- 01Mitchell Marsh scored a stunning 111 runs off 56 balls for LSG.
- 02Prince Yadav took 3 wickets for 33 runs, crucial in RCB's early collapse.
- 03RCB's Rajat Patidar scored 61 runs off 31 balls in a valiant chase.
- 04The match was decided by the DLS method, setting RCB a target of 213 runs.
- 05This victory keeps LSG at the bottom of the table despite their win.
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In a thrilling encounter at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) triumphed over the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) by nine runs. LSG, led by Mitchell Marsh's explosive century of 111 runs from 56 balls, set a target of 213 runs for RCB, adjusted by the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method due to rain. Despite a shaky start, losing their openers for just 9 runs, RCB fought back with a 95-run partnership between Rajat Patidar, who scored 61 runs off 31 balls, and Devdutt Padikkal. RCB ended their innings at 203/6, falling just short of the target. Prince Yadav's impressive bowling performance, taking 3 wickets for 33 runs, played a pivotal role in LSG's victory. This win marks LSG's third of the season, while RCB's loss places them third in the standings, having lost four matches.
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This match highlights the competitive nature of the IPL, affecting team standings and fan engagement in Lucknow.
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