Lucknow Super Giants edged past Rajasthan Royals by 2 runs in Match 36 of IPL 2025, thanks to Avesh Khan’s brilliant final over and half-centuries from Aiden Markram and Ayush Badoni.
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LSG Clinch Nail-Biting Win Over RR in IPL 2025 Thriller
In an edge-of-the-seat IPL 2025 Match 36 showdown at Jaipur’s Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) pulled off a spectacular 2-run victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR). The match was packed with drama, rising stars, and a final-over masterclass from Avesh Khan that turned the tide in LSG’s favor.
LSG Set a Competitive Total
Batting first, LSG posted a solid 180/5 in 20 overs, thanks to a well-paced innings from Aiden Markram, who scored 66 off 45 balls, and Ayush Badoni, who contributed a steady 50 off 34 balls. In the death overs, Abdul Samad unleashed a powerful cameo, hitting four sixes in the final over to push the total past 180.
RR’s Chase Fueled by Youth and Firepower
Chasing 181, Rajasthan Royals started strong with Yashasvi Jaiswal anchoring the innings with a fluent 74-run knock. The real surprise came from 14-year-old debutant Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who smashed a six on his very first ball and ended with 34 off 20 balls, showcasing remarkable composure under pressure.
Despite the strong platform, RR’s middle-order couldn’t maintain the momentum, leading to a tense finish.
Avesh Khan’s Heroics in the Final Over
With just 9 runs needed off the last 6 balls, LSG trusted Avesh Khan with the ball—and he delivered. Conceding only 6 runs and picking up 3 crucial wickets, Avesh sealed the game for Lucknow in stunning fashion. His performance not only earned him the Player of the Match award but also underlined his value as a death-over specialist.
Top Performers of the Match
Avesh Khan (LSG): 3/37 – Game-changing final over
Aiden Markram (LSG): 66 (45) – Anchored the innings
Ayush Badoni (LSG): 50 (34) – Calm and composed middle-order effort
Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR): 74 – Led the chase with confidence
Vaibhav Suryavanshi (RR): 34 (20) – Stellar debut at just 14
Points Table Update
This close win gave Lucknow Super Giants their fifth victory of the season, pushing them higher on the points table. Rajasthan Royals, though competitive, will need to reassess their middle-order tactics moving forward.
