Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant was fined Rs 12 lakh for a slow over-rate during Match No. 59 of IPL 2026 against Chennai Super Kings in Lucknow. It was LSG’s first Code of Conduct offence under Article 2.22. The penalty came despite a convincing seven-wicket win for LSG, who chased 188 quickly in 16.4 overs. Mitchell Marsh powered the chase with a 38-ball 90, while Kartik Sharma’s 71 couldn’t stop CSK’s 187/5. Ruturaj Gaikwad credited LSG’s shot-making.
Chennai Super Kings have signed South African all-rounder Dian Forrester as replacement for the injured Jamie Overton. The move brings Forrester to CSK for Rs 75 lakh, with the team betting on his batting and bowling as the tournament enters a critical phase. CSK are currently fifth and next take on Lucknow Super Giants.
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Chennai Super Kings boosted their IPL 2026 playoff hopes with a five-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants at Chepauk, marking their third straight victory. Sparked by Urvil Patel’s joint-fastest IPL half-century, CSK now face multiple qualification paths depending on remaining results, net run rate, and key clashes with direct rivals.
Former India coach Anil Kumble says MS Dhoni is putting in efforts to regain full match fitness ahead of CSK’s IPL 2026 clash versus Lucknow Super Giants. However, Kumble indicates Dhoni may still choose not to play if he feels he cannot hit the required readiness level, stressing that any late risk could disturb the team’s momentum.
Krunal Pandya opened up on the weight of defending an IPL title, saying pressure is constant but must be met with simplicity. He also pointed to how modern batting demands constant innovation, including a calculated approach to bouncers. In IPL 2026, Lucknow Super Giants beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by nine runs, with Mitchell Marsh’s century proving decisive.
Virat Kohli was dismissed for a duck in IPL 2026 as Lucknow Super Giants set a competitive 209 for three against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. RCB then needed 210 to win, but Prince Yadav removed Kohli early to swing momentum. Mohammed Shami also struck, tightening the contest as the chase began.
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Ahead of RCB’s IPL 2026 match against Lucknow (LSG), former India cricketer Kris Srikkanth has advised the franchise to alter its opening combination. He suggested Virat Kohli should open alongside Devdutt Padikkal, arguing that RCB’s current opener setup needs a rethink after recent changes involving Jacob Bethell and Phil Salt.
Mumbai Indians’ IPL 2026 campaign has been underwhelming under Hardik Pandya, with the team winning just its third match of the season against Lucknow Super Giants. While qualification is still possible, doubts around captaincy performance are rising, and a new report is fueling talk that MI could consider a major captaincy change.
Mumbai Indians pulled off a sensational chase at Wankhede Stadium, overrunning Lucknow Super Giants’ 229-run target with six wickets in hand. Rohit Sharma delivered a match-winning 84 on his home turf, sparking MI’s pursuit with timely impact innings. Sunil Gavaskar praised the effort, noting how Rohit’s “knocks are often impactful,” highlighting the innings’ turning points.
Mumbai Indians’ latest win over Lucknow Super Giants keeps their IPL 2026 playoff hopes alive, but the bigger worry remains Jasprit Bumrah’s recent bowling form. Reports point to him experimenting with too many additions, drawing an ominous warning as MI hover just one loss away from elimination.
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Mumbai Indians delivered a much-needed win over Lucknow Super Giants, chasing 228 with eight balls to spare. The standout partnership of Ryan Rickelton and Rohit Sharma powered the chase, but fans wondered why captain Hardik Pandya didn’t feature. Now, Rickelton has broken silence on the captain’s absence, putting an end to the speculation surrounding MI’s team selection.
Josh Inglis has joined the Lucknow Super Giants squad and is available for selection after being released by Punjab Kings for his wedding. The team’s plans were further disrupted when South African batter Matthew Breetzke left IPL 2026 for personal reasons. Inglis has started training with LSG as they prepare for a tough week of three matches.
Lucknow Super Giants faced heavy criticism after sending Nicholas Pooran for the Super Over against Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026. Pooran struggled under pressure, scoring no runs during the tie-break. LSG ultimately lost narrowly at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on April 27, leaving fans and pundits questioning the decision after Pooran’s earlier performance didn’t build momentum.
Kolkata Knight Riders edged Lucknow Super Giants in a thrilling Super Over, with Sunil Narine’s strike-changing bowling proving decisive. The win keeps KKR’s IPL 2026 playoff hopes firmly alive. Earlier, Rinku Singh’s batting helped the team post a competitive total, setting up a nail-biting finish that swung on one over’s brilliance.
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Kolkata Knight Riders beat Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026’s Super Over, with experts pointing to Rinku Singh’s explosive late hitting and Sunil Narine’s calm, decisive bowling. The turning point was Rinku’s 26-run burst that set up the chase. Lucknow’s Super Over batting order, notably Nicholas Pooran ahead of Mitchell Marsh, drew criticism and sparked doubts about their playoff momentum.
Kolkata Knight Riders batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi has been fined 20% of his match fee and handed a demerit point for a Level 1 IPL Code of Conduct breach. The action followed a controversial moment against Lucknow Super Giants, where frustration spilled over as he obstructed a field dismissal and was seen abusing cricket equipment.
Lucknow Super Giants coach Justin Langer defended sending Nicholas Pooran to bat in the Super Over against Sunil Narine, despite the batter being out of form. Langer said Pooran’s previous record versus Narine made him the best option. He added that management trusted the player under pressure, while also praising Mohsin Khan’s strong bowling performance.
Rishabh Pant’s fielding mix-up in the IPL 2026 clash almost cost Lucknow Super Giants dearly. He dislodged the stumps during the chaos, but then fumbled the ball, letting Donovan Ferreira scramble back safely and avoid the run out. The incident went viral, underlining how quickly T20 moments can swing despite strong bowling.
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Punjab Kings are still unbeaten this IPL season, and Cooper Connolly credits their momentum to a learning culture within the squad. After a dominant win over Lucknow Super Giants, he pointed to how players “take little things out of each other’s books” to sharpen performances together. Big totals and key partnerships are now pushing PBKS to the top of the standings.
Rajasthan Royals delivered a comfortable 40-run win over Lucknow Super Giants, posting 159 for 6 before restricting the chase to 119 all out. Lucknow couldn’t build momentum and collapsed under pressure. Jofra Archer led the Royals’ bowling with three key wickets, turning the contest decisively in Rajasthan’s favor and keeping Lucknow’s struggles going.
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