Leg-spinner Digvesh Rathi, who made headlines with his performances for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the IPL 2025, has again captured the attention of the cricketing world after going viral for his unbelievable bowling achievement of taking five wickets on five consecutive balls during a local T20 league match. The clip of this rare feat circulated quickly on social media and was even shared on LSG's official page, increasing the young bowler’s popularity.

Rathi is from Delhi and had a very successful IPL 2025 season with 14 wickets from 13 matches at an average of 30.64. Though his figures were good, it was his aggressive "notebook celebration" that took the spotlight away from everything else. Mimicking a writing gesture after taking wickets, the celebration became a talking point across cricketing circles and led to penalties from match officials. Still, Rathi’s flair and talent were evident, even though LSG failed to make the playoffs for the second year in a row.

The five-in-five performance only adds to the excitement surrounding Rathi, who appears to be generating genuine traction following the IPL. Cricket fans and analysts alike are speculating if these regular performances—in leagues and domestic tournaments—could put him on an even bigger stage, potentially a national cap.

Yograj Singh Backs Rathi’s Celebration, Urges BCCI to Go Easy

Former India cricketer Yograj Singh, father of Yuvraj Singh, has spoken out in support of Rathi’s much-debated notebook celebration. Speaking to InsideSport, Yograj criticized the penalties imposed on young players for expressive gestures and urged the authorities to take a more understanding approach.

Watch the video here

DIGVESH RATHI PICKED 5 WICKETS IN 5 DELIVERIES. 🤯pic.twitter.com/zXbgmSkXnG

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) June 16, 2025

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"Come on, man, don’t fine them. It’s okay. You are still friends with the bowlers. Everybody is not the same. Emotions go. Forgive them. Obviously, at the end of the day, you’re friends; if you say sorry, the matter is over. Have a big heart and don’t get into these petty things. "What is this nonsense going on, fining kids?" Yograj said passionately. As Rathi continues to thrive in local leagues, his supporters hope the BCCI and franchises give him the space to shine without curbing his personality.

The 2025 IPL season produced some of the most thrilling batting performances from some of the finest batters from across the cricketing circles. It witnessed some of the most exciting partnerships from some of the class performers that laid the platform for their respective teams to perform to their highest level, whether it was chasing big targets or putting big totals on the scoreboard. In this piece, we discuss five partnerships of the 2025 IPL season that lit up the entire tournament.

The partnerships mentioned in the piece highlighted batting standards that differed in terms of technique and acceleration through aggressive batting, but these partnerships attracted a lot of attention and raised the excitement levels. We discuss these partnerships in detail:  

5. Nicolas Pooran & Mitchell Marsh -121 runs LSG vs GT-22nd May 2025

Lucknow Super Giants produced a dominating performance, scoring 235/2 in 20 overs. Gujarat Titans won the toss and chose to field first on a flat batting wicket at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Mitchell Marsh and Nicolas Pooran compiled a 121-run partnership for the second wicket, helping the team win by 33 runs.

Marsh scored a brilliant 117 while Pooran contributed with a crucial 56 runs. The partnership was a treat to watch for the fans at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Both batters hit some powerful shots all around the wicket.

4.Rishabh Pant and Mitchell Marsh-152 runs LSG vs RCB-27th May 2025

RCB won the toss and chose to bowl first at Lucknow's Ekana Stadium. Lucknow Super Giants scored 227/3 in 20 overs. Although LSG lost the game as RCB chased the target with 8 balls remaining, the partnership between Rishabh Pant and Mitchell Marsh was the centre of attraction as both players compiled a 152-run partnership.

Pant scored 118, including 11 fours and 8 sixes, while Marsh scored a vital 67 while opening the batting. Both batters ran well between the wickets and played some wonderful cricketing shots. The partnership gave the fan moments of a lifetime. 

3.Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Yashaswi Jaiswal-166 runs RR vs GT- 28th April 2025

Rajasthan Royals won the toss and chose to bowl first at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur. Gujarat Titans scored 209/4 in 20 overs. Rajasthan Royals won the match comfortably by chasing the target with 25 balls remaining. Teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashed the Gujarat Titans bowlers all around the park effortlessly as the excitement levels were at an all-time high. 

The 14-year-old left-hander scored 101 in 38 balls and was well supported by Yashaswi Jaiswal from the other end as both batters played some cracking shots on the up and used the pace of the wicket quite well. Jaiswal scored an unbeaten 70 in 40 balls, and both batters scored 166 runs for the opening wicket.

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2.Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma-171 runs Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings-12th April 2025

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and chose to field first at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad. The wicket was a bit helpful for the spinners, but as the game progressed, it assisted the batters. Punjab Kings scored 245/6 in 20 overs, but SRH managed to chase the target with 9 balls remaining on the back of a magnificent partnership from Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head, as the duo scored 171 runs for the 1st wicket.

Abhishek Sharma scored 141 runs in 55 balls, hitting 14 fours and 10 sixes, while Travis Head scored 66 runs in 37 balls. Both left-handers showcased positive intent and accelerated when needed. Both batters built their innings well and hit the big shots depending on the required run rate.

1.Shubhman Gill & Sai Sudarshan 205* runs Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals- 18th May 2025

Gujarat Titans captain Shubhman Gill won the toss and chose to field first at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. Delhi Capitals scored 199/3 in 20 overs. GT openers showed an aggressive intent right from the word go, as both Shubman Gill and Sai Sudarshan showed calm temperament while chasing a big total. Sudarshan scored a classy unbeaten 108 in 61 balls while Gill scored an unbeaten 93 in 53 balls. Both batters played some cracking drives on both sides of the wicket and hit the ball cleanly down the ground as Gujarat Titans chased the total without losing a wicket, and with 1 over remaining.

In IPL 2025 Match no 70, played between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) . Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finished their league stage of IPL 2025 on a strong note with a thrilling six-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Match 70. With this win, RCB moved to second place on the points table and fixed a spot in the playoffs.

LSG were asked to bat first and lost Matthew Breetzke early for 14 runs. But Rishabh Pant came in and changed the tempo right away, smashing 18 runs in one over off Yash Dayal. Pant continued his attacking approach and brought up his second fifty of the season. At the halfway stage, LSG were cruising at 100 for 1.

Pant found great support from Mitchell Marsh, who scored a quick 67 off just 37 balls. The duo added 152 runs for the second wicket before Marsh got out in the 16th over. Pant, however, carried on and remained unbeaten on a brilliant 118 off 61 balls. It was one of the best knocks of the season. For RCB, Sri Lankan pacer Nuwan Thushara, playing his first game of the season, bowled well and picked up 1 for 26 in his four overs.

Chasing a big target, RCB got off to a fast start but lost Phil Salt for 30 in the first over of the powerplay. Then, Will O’Rourke struck twice in the same over to dismiss Rajat Patidar and Liam Livingstone, putting RCB under pressure.

Virat Kohli steadied the innings with a well-made 54 off 30 balls, but once he got out, RCB still needed a strong finish. That’s when Jitesh Sharma rose to the occasion. He smashed an unbeaten 85 off just 33 balls his highest IPL score and got great support from Mayank Agarwal, who stayed not out on 41 from 23 balls. The pair guided RCB home with a few balls to spare in what became the third-highest run chase in IPL history. With this win, RCB head into the playoffs with momentum and high confidence.

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Twitter reactions after RCB wins 70th match of IPL 2025

RCB Won! ❤️‍🩹
I’m giving ₹1000 to everyone who likes and retweets this tweet!
Let’s celebrate together! 🤗#LSGvsRCB #LSGvRCB #RCBvsLSG #Jiteshsharma pic.twitter.com/jUkuZ8Ips2

— HINDUTVA 🇮🇳 (@cryptoHolder09) May 27, 2025

He said it, he did it THAT'S THE TWEET.. #RCBvsLSG pic.twitter.com/E7SNI2nMnM

— Abhi (@CRICKET81700202) May 27, 2025

Biggest joker of the IPL😂🤡🤡

#RCBvsLSG pic.twitter.com/a0bPolGyzE

— Anjali Shilpa (@AnjaliGoud_) May 27, 2025

RCB Win!
I’m giving FOLLOW BACK to everyone who likes and retweets this tweet!
Let’s celebrate together! 🤗#LSGvsRCB #RCBvsLSG #Jiteshsharma

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— मीनाक्षी 🇮🇳 (@__JayHind) May 27, 2025

Joker of the day who?
One & only Digvesh Rathee 🤡#RCBvsLSG pic.twitter.com/UnS13kiXBa

— 𝑺𝒉𝒓𝒆𝒚𝒂 🇮🇳 (@Simplyy__Me) May 27, 2025

#LSGvsRCB
Jitesh Sharma made a mistake in giving the team. But he made a request, and LSG showed the spirit of the game. LSG did a great job; they may not win the trophy, but they surely won hearts. pic.twitter.com/A6VcCm03zZ

— PC 6 OG (@ForFun351001) May 27, 2025

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— Out Of Context Cricket (@GemsOfCricket) May 27, 2025

Krunal Pandya 😂 pic.twitter.com/Kz3DJaY1y1

— Out Of Context Cricket (@GemsOfCricket) May 27, 2025

Ashwin to Digvesh Rathi pic.twitter.com/tvgPsNsWDY

— Out Of Context Cricket (@GemsOfCricket) May 27, 2025

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— Out Of Context Cricket (@GemsOfCricket) May 27, 2025

Lucknow Super Giants are playing their last match of the IPL 2025, where they are facing Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Lucknow in the last league stage game of the tournament on Tuesday evening (May 27). While South African cricketer Aiden Markram is absent from the game, here we are going through the reason for his absence.

Rishabh Pant-led Lucknow Super Giants lost the toss in their last game of the season, while RCB sent them to bat first. Talking about the squad, LSG skipper revealed two changes. While Digvesh Rathi obviously joined the playing squad after completing his one-match suspension, South African Matthew Breetzke replaced his native Aiden Markram for the match. With this match, Breetzke makes his IPL debut.

Aiden Markram is the third leading run-scorer for LSG in the IPL 2025. The right-handed batter scored 445 runs in 13 innings this season with an average of 34.23 and a strike rate of 148.82, including five half-centuries, the joint second most 50+ scores for the team this season. He smashed 38 fours and 22 sixes this season, the third most sixes by a LSG batter in the IPL 2025. Moreover, Markram has also taken four wickets this IPL season. 

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Why is Aiden Markram not playing today?

Due to his national duty, Markram has left his IPL franchise and is ready to join the national team. Markram is one of the important players for South Africa, who will face the defending champions Australia in the upcoming third ICC World Test Championship Final. 

IPL 2025, LSG vs RCB: Still an important match for RCB

As LSG have already been eliminated from the tournament, there is no replacement requirement for Markram. It is still an important match for LSG, just like RCB, who are battling to secure the top-two finish in the IPL 2025 points table. Before the match, LSG are in the seventh position in the points table with 12 points in 13 games. By ending the season with a victory, LSG will finish the season in the sixth position after surpassing the IPL 2024 runners-up SunRisers Hyderabad (13 points in 14 matches). 

As part of the IPL 2025 league stage, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 70, the last match of the league stage. RCB is in a very good position with 17 points from 13 matches and aims for a top-two finish for a direct route to Qualifier 1. A win could see them reach 19 points, guaranteeing a top-two spot. LSG is playing for pride and would like to spoil things for RCB. The mixed-soil pitch at Ekana Stadium is expected to be batting-friendly, with long boundaries favoring spinners and teams likely preferring to chase.

Head-to-Head Record

• Total Matches: 5
• RCB Wins: 3
• LSG Wins: 2
• No Result: 0
• Win %: RCB leads with a 60% win percentage (3/5), while LSG has a 40% win percentage (2/5)

LSG vs RCB: Significant Matches

IPL 2024, Match 15 - April 2, in Bengaluru

• LSG: 181/5 (20 Overs)
• RCB: 153/10 (19.4 Overs)
• Result: LSG won by 28 runs

LSG made 181, with Quinton de Kock's 81 (56) and Nicholas Pooran's 40* (21) driving the scoring. RCB's chase faltered despite Virat Kohli's 77 (49). RCB's middle order was blown away with Mayank Yadav's tremendous 3/14 and a superfast ball, the fastest in the 2024 IPL to date at 156.7 kmph. Naveen-ul-Haq (2/25) & Marcus Stoinis (1 wicket) supported as RCB faltered. 

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IPL 2023, Match 43 - May 1, in Lucknow

• RCB: 126/9 (20 Overs)
• LSG: 108/10 (19.5 Overs)
• Result: RCB won by 18 runs

RCB scrambled to get only 126 runs, with only Faf du Plessis scoring 44 (40). LSG couldn't sustain chasing the target; Josh Hazlewood tore through the batting in the face of pressure to take 3/25, and Karn Sharma 2/20 at the other end, with Josh able to stay down the order much longer. KL Rahul scored 31 (24), the best score for LSG as they succumbed under pressure. Josh Hazlewood took the Player of the Match for his discipline with the ball and, importantly, for taking wickets also.

IPL 2022, Eliminator - May 25, in Kolkata.

• LSG: 193/6 (20 Overs)
• RCB: 207/4 (20 Overs)
• Result: RCB won by 14 runs

RCB scored a total of 207, with Rajat Patidar 112* (54) and Dinesh Karthik contributing a valuable 37* at 23. LSG made a valiant chase following on KL Rahul's back, scoring 79 (58), but Harshal Patel (1/25) and Josh Hazlewood (1/43) restricted further runs, and the best LSG could do was to make 193/10. Rajat Patidar was awarded Player of the Match.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will play against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the seventieth match of IPL 2025 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.

When they last played these two teams, In Match 15 of IPL 2024, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) by 28 runs. Quinton de Kock gave LSG a strong start with a well-made 81, and Nicholas Pooran added quick runs at the end with an unbeaten 40. Finally, In the first innings, LSG scored 181 runs. RCB’s chase didn’t go well, as they lost key wickets quickly, including Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis. Young fast bowler Mayank Yadav bowled with great speed and took 3 important wickets, helping LSG seal a solid win.

LSG: Impact Players

Rajvardhan Hangargekar: He is a bowling all-rounder who has taken 14 wickets in 16 T20 matches. He can also hit some big shots in the final overs and gives the team an extra bowling option in the second innings.

Manimaran Siddharth: He is a left-arm spin bowler who does well when the pitch helps spinners. In LSG’s first match of IPL 2025 against Delhi, he came in as an Impact Player and took two wickets, getting off to a good start this season and he didn't play more matches in IPL 2025.

Himmat Singh: He is a middle-order batsman who can hit big shots in the last few overs. He was used as an Impact Substitute against Rajasthan Royals and can help the team score quick runs at the final overs.

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RCB: Impact Players

Swastik Chikara: He is a domestic batsman who’s been playing well recently. He can be useful if RCB loses early wickets or if a top-order batter needs to be replaced. In the next crucial match, he will be a crucial player in the no3 spot.

Mohit Rathee: He is a young all-rounder who bats in the middle and bowls leg-spin. In his last two domestic T20 matches, he scored 54 runs and took one wicket, showing he can help with both bat and ball in crucial times.

Swapnil Singh: He is a left-arm spinner who did a good job last season, taking six wickets in seven matches. He can also chip in with some runs lower down the order. He can bowl with the new ball also.

An important match of IPL 2025 was played between Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants at Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad. In this match, Lucknow Supergiants defeated Gujarat Titans by a huge margin of 33 runs and won a spectacular victory. In this match, Lucknow had set a target of 236 runs in front of Gujarat Titans. In response, Gujarat Titans team could score only 202 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in the stipulated 20 overs.

Talking about this match played between Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Supergiants, batting first, Lucknow Supergiants scored a big score and its foundation was laid by both the openers of the team, Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh. In this match, Mitchell Marsh scored a brilliant century and played an innings of 117 runs in 64 balls with the help of 10 fours and 8 sixes. Apart from this, Markram scored 36 runs in 24 balls and Nicholas Pooran scored 56 runs in 27 balls which included 4 fours and 5 sixes. Captain Rishabh Pant also played an innings of 16 runs in 6 balls in the end. Arshad Khan and Sai Kishore got one success each from the Gujarat Titans team.

Gujarat's batting failed in front of the big target

Chasing the target of 236 runs given by Lucknow Supergiants, the Gujarat Titans team got a fast start. Gujarat Titans team captain Shubman Gill and Sai Sudarshan gave the team a fast start of 46 runs in 27 balls. But Sai Sudarshan was out after scoring 21 runs. Captain Shubman Gill played an innings of 35 runs in 20 balls and he also returned to the pavilion after getting out. Jos Buttler played an innings of 33 runs in 18 balls. Apart from this, Rutherford scored 38 runs in 22 balls and Shahrukh Khan scored 57 runs but they could not make the team win. From the Lucknow team, Will Auroch took 3 wickets and Badoni took 2 wickets each.

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Twitter reactions after GT wins 64th match of IPL 2025

LSG has beaten GT TWICE this season🔥

L pe rakhte hai hum table topper ko 😼 pic.twitter.com/1HZPfzsres

— Memer (@memerbhoiii) May 22, 2025

GT ko hara diya LSG ne and DC ne LSG ko 2 baar haraya hai. This means we are the real table toppers!!!! pic.twitter.com/40Z3lAKyCi

— moonchild 🇮🇳 ⁷ (@idyllicallyiris) May 22, 2025

LSG ने 235 ठोक कर कहा था “पकड़ के दिखाओ!” GT बोली – “रुको ज़रा, सबर करो!” अब 114/3 पे चल रही है धो डालने की तैयारी! #GTvsLSG pic.twitter.com/GvsbIn4Abs

— Trilochan Bhattarai (@trilochan000) May 22, 2025

- LSG defeated GT at Lucknow.
- LSG Defeated GT at Ahmedabad.

Thank you LSG for increasing our top2 chances. https://t.co/kt5foKBylO

— Harsh Singh (@Harrssshhhhh) May 22, 2025

Prediction came true. LSG won comfortably. It’s a humiliating defeat of 33 runs for the Table Topper. GT’s bowling & middle order exposed. Over dependence on the top three batters. #GTvsLSG https://t.co/KxSq9E9AIh pic.twitter.com/OyeouGyOnc

— Dr. Kamal Suryom (@K_Suryom) May 22, 2025

#lsgvsgt #GTvsLSG
Goenka after seeing lsg back in form. pic.twitter.com/f6iDOvo6G6

— Hancock (@Hancock_IND) May 22, 2025

GT won 9 matches but that can't deny the fact that it's the worst team after CSK like their best nd highest paid player haven't contributed even in a single win,have finished bowlers,don't have batters who can add 100 runs after 30/3. #GTvsLSG

— Shreyaa (@myprofilemypov) May 22, 2025

He delivered just when asked for it.#GTvsLSG #LSGvsGT #GTvLSG #LSGvGT #gujarattitans #LucknowSuperGiants pic.twitter.com/8vZVuNFJir

— Yolo247 (@Yolo247Official) May 22, 2025

LSG tho Match winning 26(11)* & few cameos 30(16)* , 27(12) tappa cheppukovadaniki em levu ee season 😔
Last match ayina emaina @msdhoni pic.twitter.com/sS4ptjnhf7

— Satwik (@HypeLoUntaaa) May 22, 2025

LSG won by 33 runs aur usmain se 2 six By Rishabh Pant 👀#GTvsLSG pic.twitter.com/xgWoMGqqZW

— Anjali Modakia (@AumAnant) May 22, 2025

Lucknow Super Giants produced an emphatic victory against Gujarat Titans in Match 64 of IPL 2025. They have triumphed by 33 runs over the Titans. Batting first, LSG amassed 235 for 2 on the board courtesy of a scintillating century from Mitchell Marsh. The Titans made a valiant attempt to chase but could only make 202/9 in their 20 overs. 

Lucknow Super Giants Innings

The brilliance of Mitchell Marsh, who smashed 117 off only 64 balls, was the main difference in this game. He was assisted with a blistering knock of 56 not out off just 27 balls by Nicholas Pooran. Their captain, Aiden Markram, also contributed with 36 off 24 collections. The Titans could only take 2 wickets in their bowling innings. Sai Kishore took 1 for 34 in four overs, and Arshad Khan took 1 of 36 off his four overs. Rashid Khan had an off day for the Titans and went for 36 off just 2 overs.

Gujarat Titans Innings

In reply, GT made a valiant attempt but had to make do with 202 for 9. Shahrukh Khan fought hard with a quick 57 off 29 balls, Sherfane Rutherford contributed 38 off 22 deliveries, and Shubman Gill made 35 off 20 balls. LSG’s bowlers performed nicely as well, starting with Will' O'Rourke, who took 3 wickets for 27 runs. Ayush Badoni also chipped in with a key over, taking 2/4, while Avesh Khan finished his spell with figures of 2/51 runs.

GT vs LSG: Post Match Reactions

Rishabh Pant (Lucknow Super Giants Captain): Rishabh Pant evaluated the Lucknow Super Giants' season, and while failing to make the playoffs is disappointing, the team showed promise. Pant lauded Shahrukh Khan for his effort for the Gujarat Titans but stated that it is hard work chasing a total of 235 runs. Pant appreciated that injuries crept into the season but applauded how the batting unit came together. He noted weaknesses in fielding and bowling and was adamant about learning from instances and practices that were not successful. 

William O'Rourke (Lucknow Super Giants Bowler): William O'Rourke was happy to be able to contribute to a strong team performance. His bowling strategy focused on hard lengths and followed LSG's batting template. Adapting to circumstances and mixing pace made all the difference. O'Rourke appreciated the welcoming nature of the club, and the camaraderie made the experience enjoyable.

Shubman Gill (Gujarat Titans Captain): Shubman Gill pointed to 15–20 extra runs conceded as a turning point in the match. He defended bowling first but recognized that they did not take any wickets in the powerplay and bowled too expensively in the middle. Gill praised the batting of Rutherford and Shahrukh Khan. He was clear about regaining momentum against CSK ahead of the playoffs.

Mitchell Marsh (Player of the Match): Mitchell Marsh enjoyed opening and noted the importance of his partnership with Aiden Markram. He reflected on his IPL experience since 2010 and overall was happy with how he contributed. Though LSG missed the playoffs, Marsh saw the remaining games as chances to play with pride. He credited patience and partnerships for his T20 success.

Also Read: IPL 2025: Major boost for Punjab Kings as star players set to make comeback before playoffs

Lucknow Super Giants vs Gujarat Titans: Match Scorecard

Lucknow Super Giants – 235/2 (20 Overs)

Gujarat Titans – 202/9 (20 Overs)

Lucknow Super Giants' star Australian batter Mitchell Marsh slammed a century in their IPL 2025 match against the hosts Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad on Thursday night (May 22). With his first IPL century, Marsh created a new IPL history.

Lucknow Super Giants have already been eliminated from the IPL 2025 while they are playing their 13th match of the season, and that too against the points table toppers Gujarat Titans. After Titans chose to field first, LSG openers provided a strong start, where Mitchell Marsh dominated with the bat.  

IPL 2025, GT vs LSG: Mitchell Marsh recorded a 56-ball century

After LSG managed to score 53/0 at the end of the powerplay, the openers Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markram had a 91-run partnership for the first wicket in 9.5 overs. While Markram was dismissed for 36 runs, Marsh continued his domination and completed his second consecutive fifty in 33 balls, with the help of four fours and four sixes. Marsh later completed his first IPL century in 56 balls, the joint fastest for the franchise (equalled the joint record of KL Rahul and Marcus Stoinis). 

With the help of 10 fours and eight sixes, Marsh scored 117 runs from 64 balls before Arshad Khan dismissed him in the 19th over. He had a 121-run partnership for the second wicket with Nicholas Pooran (56 not out off 27 balls; four fours and five sixes), and LSG managed the total of 235/2 in 20 overs. 

Also Watch: Arshad Khan slips mid-delivery during GT vs LSG clash in IPL 2025

IPL 2025: 1st century by an overseas batter; new IPL history

It was the seventh century in the IPL 2025, but first by an overseas batter. Meanwhile, Mitchell Marsh created history with his century as IPL got the first pair of brothers to score centuries in the tournament. In the inaugural edition of the IPL (2008), Mitchell's elder brother Shaun Marsh hit his only IPL century for Kings XI Punjab (presently known as Punjab Kings).  

𝙀𝙭𝙝𝙞𝙗𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝙗𝙧𝙪𝙩𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙘𝙚 💥

Maiden #TATAIPL 1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ for Mitchell Marsh 👏

He continues to look unstoppable tonight 🙅‍♂#GTvLSG pic.twitter.com/NiYk9V0HgT

— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 22, 2025

🚨 MITCHELL MARSH - FIRST OVERSEAS BATTER TO SCORE HUNDRED IN IPL 2025. 🚨 pic.twitter.com/HLxmoZ9CqI

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) May 22, 2025

Mitchell Marsh in IPL 2025: 1 Hundred & 5 Fifties in 12 innings.

Shaun Marsh in IPL 2008: 1 Hundred & 5 Fifties in 11 innings. pic.twitter.com/ilS9VG3wtR

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) May 22, 2025

🚨 CENTURY FOR MITCHELL MARSH.

THE INTENT MACHINE
THE SELFLESS GUY
THE BRUTAL MAN
THE WARRIOR OF LSG.

HE DESERVES IT, HE MADE IT 🔥. pic.twitter.com/hlsNtPKzQQ

— Vishal. (@SPORTYVISHAL) May 22, 2025

Australian doing well in Ahmedabad,We have seen that before. Brilliant 💯by Mitchell Marsh.

— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) May 22, 2025

Mitchell Marsh in IPL pic.twitter.com/uyjcTibPcf

— Sagar (@sagarcasm) May 22, 2025

Century for Mitchell marsh in just 56 balls.👍👍👍
What a hundred 💯 👌
Hits 6 sixes and 10 fours
Nicholas Pooran also playing amazing knock 👏 #Mitchellmarsh #GTvsLSG #LSGvsGT pic.twitter.com/fn48NOyujR

— Shivam Verma (@Shivam_Verma_98) May 22, 2025

Shaun Marsh watching Mitchell Marsh pic.twitter.com/zKwGqyjbYC

— Sagar (@sagarcasm) May 22, 2025

The way Mitchell Marsh punished Rashid Khan Bechare ko Watson Yaad Aya Hoga 🌚🥵#GTvsLSG #LSGvsGT pic.twitter.com/eyz3YHIXb7

— 𓄂،͜͡𝓢࿐𝐄-𝐇𝐢𝐧𝐝 (@X08T10) May 22, 2025

Shaun Marsh 🤝 Mitchell Marsh

They become the first pair of brothers to score centuries in the IPL.#IPL2025 #Cricket pic.twitter.com/DGvqZ3jVBg

— Wisden India (@WisdenIndia) May 22, 2025

Match 64 of IPL 2025 will see Gujarat Titans (GT) take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on May 22, 2025, in Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium, starting at 7:30 PM IST. GT, having already qualified for the playoffs, wants to finish in the top two so they can win their way to the final, just like in 2022 and 2023. LSG are out of the playoffs.

Head-to-Head Record

• GT Wins: 4
• LSG Wins: 2
• No Result: 0
• Win %: GT leads with a 66.67% win percentage (4/6) against LSG.

In the Narendra Modi Stadium, GT and LSG faced each other once in IPL 2023, as GT won by 7 runs, having established their dominance in this venue. The rivalry has been competitive; however, GT's top-order strength pushes them forward.

Key Matches: GT vs LSG

IPL 2025, Match 26 - April 12, Lucknow

• GT: 180/6 in 20 overs 
• LSG: 186/4 in 19.3 overs 
• Result: LSG won by 6 wickets

LSG chased down a challenging score led by the steady  Aiden Markram (58) and Nicholas Pooran (61 runs from 20 balls, including 7 sixes), putting GT’s four-match winning streak to rest. Markram was awarded Player of the Match for his anchoring innings. LSG bowlers, led by Bishnoi and Thakur, kept GT to a reasonable total after they had a strong 120-run partnership for the first wicket. 

IPL 2024, Match 21 - April 7, Lucknow

• GT: 163/10 in 20 overs 
• LSG: 130/10 in 18.5 overs 
• Result: GT won by 33 runs

GT’s bowlers, led by Umesh Yadav and Darshan Nalkande, defended a small total while running out of steam in the contest. Yash Thakur's five wickets for LSG went in vain, with Yadav winning Player of the Match for picking up crucial breaks on the way.

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IPL 2023, Match 51 - May 7, Ahmedabad

• GT: 227/2 in 20 overs 
• LSG: 171/7 in 20 overs 
• Result: GT won by 56 runs

Shubman Gill’s 94 not out and Wriddhiman Saha’s 81 put up a record 142-run score for GT, which Mohit Sharma put the brakes on while picking up Player of the Match honors. GT was commanding this contest.

IPL 2023, Match 30 - April 22, Lucknow.

• LSG: 128/7 in 20 overs 
• GT: 135/6 in 20 overs 
• Result: GT won by 7 runs
• Hardik Pandya scored 66 runs while picking 2 wickets while leading GT to a narrow win. He was named Player of the Match for his match-defining contribution.