"Kindly remove Unadkat..." Fans react as LSG beats SRH by 5 wickets in IPL 2026

Rishabh Pant led from the front with a composed half-century as Lucknow Super Giants secured their first win of the Indian Premier League 2026 season.

Chasing a target of 157, Pant anchored the innings with an unbeaten 68, guiding his team to a comfortable five-wicket victory in the final over at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. His innings showcased maturity and control under pressure.

Earlier in the match, Mohammed Shami delivered an impressive spell, dismantling the Sunrisers Hyderabad batting lineup. However, crucial half-centuries from Nitish Reddy and Heinrich Klaasen helped Hyderabad post a competitive total.

The match sparked mixed reactions among fans. While many praised Pant’s leadership and Lucknow’s effective bowling strategy, others criticised Ishan Kishan for his captaincy and pointed out shortcomings in Hyderabad’s bowling performance. In this article, we will share the key moments of the match and the fans’ reactions on social media.

Key moments that defined the SRH vs LSG clash

Under pressure and in need of a statement win, Lucknow Super Giants rose to the occasion as skipper Rishabh Pant and veteran pacer Mohammed Shami delivered match-winning performances against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League 2026 clash. Shami set the tone early with a masterclass in control and variation, conceding just 9 runs in his four overs while bowling 18 dot balls and claiming two crucial wickets. His spell ensured Hyderabad were restricted to 156 for 9.

Sunrisers Hyderabad endured a shaky start, losing key batters including Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head inside the powerplay to slump to 26 for 4. Just when the innings seemed to be slipping away, Heinrich Klaasen and Nitish Kumar Reddy launched a spirited counterattack, stitching together a vital 116-run partnership. Klaasen struck 62 while Reddy added 56, helping their side recover to a competitive total.

In reply, Lucknow’s chase was steady but not without moments of tension. Aiden Markram provided early momentum with a brisk 45, but it was Pant who anchored the innings with authority. The left-hander combined composure with calculated aggression, remaining unbeaten on 68 off 50 balls to keep his team firmly in control.

With 9 runs needed in the final over, Pant brought the contest to a decisive end, striking consecutive boundaries off Jaydev Unadkat to seal victory with one ball to spare. His captain’s knock, backed by Shami’s incisive spell, marked a commanding and much-needed triumph for Lucknow Super Giants.

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Fans React as Lucknow Super Giants Secure First Win of IPL 2026

Fans shared mixed reactions after Lucknow Super Giants won their first match of the season. Many fans praised Rishabh Pant for his strong batting and calm leadership, and also appreciated the team’s bowling performance. At the same time, some fans criticised Sunrisers Hyderabad for poor bowling and decision-making.

Here is how the netizens reacted: