Lucknow Super Giants Set Competitive Total of 196 Against Punjab Kings in IPL 2026
IPL 2026: Inglis, Samad help LSG post 196/6 despite PBKS attack
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In a thrilling IPL 2026 match, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) posted a total of 196 runs for 6 wickets against the Punjab Kings (PBKS). Key contributions came from Josh Inglis, who scored 72 runs, and Abdul Samad, who added a quick 37 runs, despite early setbacks in their innings.
- 01Josh Inglis scored 72 runs off 44 balls, hitting nine fours and two sixes.
- 02Ayush Badoni contributed significantly with 43 runs off 18 balls, including five fours and three sixes.
- 03Rishabh Pant, the LSG captain, scored 26 runs off 22 balls before being dismissed.
- 04Abdul Samad finished the innings unbeaten with 37 runs off 20 balls.
- 05Yuzvendra Chahal was the standout bowler for PBKS, taking 2 wickets for 25 runs.
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In the IPL 2026 match, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) faced a challenging start but managed to post a competitive total of 196 runs for 6 wickets against the Punjab Kings (PBKS). After a promising beginning by opener Josh Inglis, who scored 72 runs off 44 balls, LSG lost two early wickets, leaving them at 20/2. However, Ayush Badoni provided a crucial boost with a quick 43 runs off 18 balls, helping LSG to recover. The partnership between Inglis and captain Rishabh Pant, who contributed 26 runs, was pivotal in stabilizing the innings. Despite losing wickets in the latter stages, Abdul Samad's explosive 37 runs off 20 balls in the final overs propelled LSG to their total. PBKS bowlers Yuzvendra Chahal and Marco Jansen each took two wickets, but LSG's late surge ensured a challenging target for the opposition.
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The match outcome could affect the standings in the IPL, influencing fan engagement and local support for the Lucknow Super Giants.
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