"Khelne maat jaya karo..." Fans react as LSG beats KKR by 3 wickets in IPL 2026
LSG beat KKR by 3 wickets in a last-ball IPL 2026 thriller at Eden Gardens. Fans praised LSG and criticised KKR’s late-game control.
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In a high-intensity IPL clash at Eden Gardens on Thursday, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) registered a narrow three-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in a dramatic finish.
After opting to bowl first, LSG put up a disciplined bowling performance to restrict KKR to 181 for 4 in 20 overs. The home side saw key contributions from Angkrish Raghuvanshi (45 off 33), skipper Ajinkya Rahane (41 off 24), Rovman Powell (39 not out off 24), and Cameron Green (32 not out off 24). For LSG, Digvesh Singh Rathi stood out with figures of 1/25.
In response, LSG produced a composed yet aggressive chase, led by Ayush Badoni, who scored 54 off 34 balls, and Mukul Choudhary, who played a match-winning, unbeaten knock of 54 off 27 balls. Their partnership guided LSG to victory off the final delivery in a closely fought contest.
The match received mixed reactions from fans. While LSG’s batting effort was widely praised for its composure under pressure, questions were raised over KKR’s bowling execution and on-field decisions during the death overs. The encounter highlighted both strong performances and missed opportunities in a tightly contested game.
Key moments that defined the LSG vs KKR clash
Electing to bowl first, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) restricted Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to 181 for 4 in their 20 overs at Eden Gardens. KKR’s innings was led by Angkrish Raghuvanshi, who scored a fluent 45 off 33 balls, while skipper Ajinkya Rahane added a quick 41 off 24 deliveries. Rovman Powell (39*) and Cameron Green (32*) gave a strong finish, helping KKR reach a competitive total. For LSG, Digvesh Singh Rathi was the best bowler with figures of 1/25.
Chasing 182, LSG had a shaky start but recovered through a strong partnership between Ayush Badoni and Mukul Choudhary. Badoni scored a steady 54 off 34 balls, playing with control and intent. Choudhary then played a powerful, unbeaten knock of 54 off just 27 balls, helping LSG stay in the game under pressure.
Both batters showed good composure and smart shot selection. Their partnership turned the match in LSG’s favour and helped them chase the target in a tense final-ball finish.
For KKR, Anukul Roy and Vaibhav Arora took two wickets each, but the rest of the bowlers could not stop the flow of runs at key moments. The win showed LSG’s strong chasing ability and the power of their middle order, making it an exciting result in the IPL season.
Fans React as LSG Beat KKR by 3 Wickets at Eden Gardens
Fans had mixed reactions after Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) defeated Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by three wickets in a thrilling last-ball finish at Eden Gardens. Many supporters praised LSG for their calm and strong batting under pressure, especially the match-winning knocks from Ayush Badoni and Mukul Choudhary. They appreciated how the team stayed focused even after losing early wickets.
On the other hand, several KKR fans expressed disappointment with their team’s bowling performance in the final overs. Some also questioned the captaincy and decision-making during key moments of the match, saying KKR lost control when it mattered most. Overall, fans agreed that it was a highly entertaining game filled with big moments, twists, and a dramatic finish.
Here is how the fans reacted:
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