Lucknow Super Giants vs Gujarat Titans IPL, 2024 Full Scorecard
Match 21, Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, 07 Apr, 2024
Lucknow Super Giants
LSG
163/5
(20.0) ov
Gujarat Titans
GT
130/10
(18.5) ov
Lucknow Super Giants beat Gujarat Titans by 33 runs
Player Of The Match
Yash Thakur,
Lucknow Super Giants
Gujarat Titans • 130/10 (18.5 overs)
S Sudharsan 31 (23)
R Tewatia 30 (25)
Y Thakur 5/30 (3.5)
K Pandya 3/11 (4)
Lucknow Super Giants • 163/5 (20.0 overs)
M Stoinis 58 (43)
Rahul 33 (31)
U Yadav 2/22 (3)
D Nalkande 2/21 (2)
Commentary
We are back after the Innings break and it's now time for the Run Chase! It is Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan to open the batting for Gujarat as they look to chase down 164 runs in 20 overs. M. Siddharth comes in as the Impact Player in place of Marcus Stoinis for Lucknow and will start the attack for Lucknow. Let's Play!
... THE RUN CHASE ...
Despite their best efforts, Lucknow fell short of setting a formidable target, owing to Gujarat's disciplined bowling display. The visitors succeeded in bowling tight lines and lengths, ensuring that the hosts were unable to break free and post a more imposing total. Now, as the stage is set for the second innings, all eyes turn towards Gujarat as they prepare to chase down the target and secure victory in this enthralling encounter. Stay tuned for the Run Chase.
Umesh Yadav says that he did well in the Powerplay than last few games and got the two crucial wickets which was good for the team. Adda that his hardwork is paying off and he just tried to follow his plans. Mentions that he looks for swing in the first few overs and it is also about hitting the right lengths. Ends by saying that the wicket is a bit spongy but dew could play a factor and hopes that his team will chase this down.
Opting to bat first, Lucknow faced early setbacks as both Quinton de Kock and Devdutt Padikkal fell prey to the precision of Umesh Yadav within the powerplay overs. The early wickets jolted Lucknow's innings, but KL Rahul and Marcus Stoinis displayed resilience as they sought to rebuild the innings. Batting with poise and composure, Rahul and Stoinis formed a crucial partnership, rotating the strike and capitalizing on loose deliveries to steady the ship. While KL Rahul anchored the innings with a measured approach, his stay at the crease was cut short by the crafty Darshan Nalkande after contributing 33 runs to the scoreboard. Marcus Stoinis, on the other hand, showcased his prowess with the bat, reaching a well-deserved half-century. However, his innings was brought to an end by Nalkande, who struck again to dismiss the set batters for a commendable 58 runs. As the innings progressed towards its conclusion, Nicholas Pooran and Ayush Badoni took on the responsibility of scoring runs in the death overs. Badoni played a brief yet impactful cameo, contributing 20 runs before departing. Meanwhile, Pooran held fort at the other end, displaying his prowess with the bat as he remained unbeaten on 32 runs, steering Lucknow to a competitive total of 163/5 in their allotted quota of overs.
Gujarat finish on a high after restricting Lucknow under 170! The first innings of this captivating match comes to an end with Lucknow posting a total of 163/5 in their allotted 20 overs against Gujarat. In a display of disciplined bowling, Gujarat's bowlers executed their plans meticulously, stifling the hosts and keeping them below the 170-run mark.
Runs Scored 8 Runs
Score after 20 overs : 163/5
K Pandya2 (2)
N Pooran32 (22)
S Johnson4-0-32-0
Only a single to end the innings then! Spencer Johnson goes short again and around off, Krunal Pandya pulls it towards deep mid-wicket for one. Lucknow finishes on 163/5!
Fuller one and on middle, Nicholas Pooran has a swipe across the line but gets an inside edge towards short fine leg for one. Krunal Pandya will be on strike for the last ball!
Clever bowling! Spencer Johnson bangs in a bouncer now, outside off, Nicholas Pooran tries to ramp it away but misses.
A good yorker now, on middle, tailing in a bit, Nicholas Pooran falls to the ground while digging it out as the ball rolls towards short fine leg.
SIX! Into the stands! Nikky P connects this time alright! Spencer Johnson misses his yorker and serves it full, in the slot as well, Nicholas Pooran steps across and whips it high in the night sky and way over the deep square leg fence for a maxximum.
A full toss, on middle, Nicholas Pooran tries to heave it away but misses and gets it on the pads. Pooran misses out there!
Runs Scored 12 Runs
Score after 19 overs : 155/5
N Pooran25 (17)
K Pandya1 (1)
R Khan4-0-28-1
Short and on off, Nicholas Pooran punches it through covers for one. He will keep the strike for the last over.
Flighted, full and on middle, Nicholas Pooran lofts it wide of long on for a couple of runs.
Drags his length back, on middle, Nicholas Pooran swats it wide of long on for a brace.
SIX! Up, up and away! Rashid Khan floats it up, full and on middle, Nicholas Pooran goes down and nails his slog-sweep over the deep mid-wicket fence for a biggie.
A full toss, on leg, Krunal Pandya swipes it towards deep square leg for a single.
Krunal Pandya comes out to bat for Lucknow.
OUT! TAKEN! Rashid Khan gets a wicket now! This is tossed up, full and on middle,, Ayush Badoni goes down for the slog-sweep, but fails to get underneath it and does not get the elevation, the ball goes flat and in the air towards deep mid-wicket where Umesh Yadav takes a good catch. Ayush Badoni goes after a nice little cameo!
Runs Scored 17 Runs
Score after 18 overs : 143/4
A Badoni20 (10)
N Pooran14 (13)
M Sharma3-0-34-0
In the blockhole, on off, Ayush Badoni digs it out towards covers for one.
FOUR! Gets it through! Mohit Sharma lands this one on a hard length and outside off, Ayush Badoni throws his hands at it and slices it between backward point and short third man for another boundary.
FOUR! Excellent shot! Mohit Sharma takes pace off, short of a length and on off, Ayush Badoni stands tall and slaps it away between deep mid-wicket and long on for a boundary.
A low full toss now, on middle, Nicholas Pooran clips it to deep mid-wicket for a run.
SIX! BANG! Nicholas Pooran goes big now! Mohit Sharma goes for the slower one again, touch fuller and on off, Nicholas Pooran waits for it and deposits it powerfully over the deep mid-wicket fence for a biggie.
Back of a length and on off, slower too, Ayush Badoni pulls it towards deep mid-wicket for a single.
Runs Scored 5 Runs
Score after 17 overs : 126/4
A Badoni10 (6)
N Pooran7 (11)
R Khan3-0-16-0
Tight over! This one is short again, on off, Ayush Badoni forces it to long on for one more. Just five runs from this one.
Flighted, full and on leg, Nicholas Pooran tries to slog again but gets an inside edge through square leg for one.
Floated, full and on middle, Ayush Badoni sweeps it off the inner half of the bat through square leg for another run.
Quicker, short and on off, Nicholas Pooran pushes it through covers for a run.
Swing and a miss! A googly now, full and on off, turns away, Nicholas Pooran goes for the big slog across the line but misses it completely.
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S Sudharsan c R Bishnoi b K Pandya |
31 | 23 | 4 | 0 | 134.78 |
S Gill b Y Thakur |
19 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 90.47 |
K Williamson
InK Williamson OutMohit Sharma c & b R Bishnoi |
1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
Sharath c A Badoni b K Pandya |
2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 40 |
V Shankar c Rahul b Y Thakur |
17 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 100 |
D Nalkande c Y Thakur b K Pandya |
12 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 109.09 |
R Tewatia c N Pooran b Y Thakur |
30 | 25 | 2 | 2 | 120 |
R Khan c sub D Hooda b Y Thakur |
0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
U Yadav c de Kock b Naveen |
2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
S Johnson not out | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
N Ahmad c de Kock b Y Thakur |
4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 200 |
|
Extras
(b 0,lb 2,w 6,nb 4,Penalty 0) |
12 | ||||
|
Total
18.5 (RR: 6.90)
|
130/10 |
Did not bat: M Sharma
InKane Williamson
OutM Sharma
InKane Williamson
OutM Sharma
Fall of wickets:
(S Gill, 6 ov) (K Williamson, 7.2 ov) (S Sudharsan, 8.1 ov) (Sharath, 8.5 ov) (D Nalkande, 12.1 ov) (V Shankar, 14.2 ov) (R Khan, 14.5 ov) (U Yadav, 16 ov) (R Tewatia, 18.3 ov) (N Ahmad, 18.5 ov)| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Siddharth
InSiddharth OutMarcus Stoinis |
4 | 0 | 29 | 0 | 7.25 |
Naveen |
4 | 0 | 37 | 1 | 9.25 |
M Yadav |
1 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 13.00 |
Y Thakur |
3.5 | 1 | 30 | 5 | 7.82 |
K Pandya |
4 | 0 | 11 | 3 | 2.75 |
R Bishnoi |
2 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 4.00 |
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
de Kock c N Ahmad b U Yadav |
6 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 150 |
Rahul c R Tewatia b D Nalkande |
33 | 31 | 3 | 0 | 106.45 |
D Padikkal c V Shankar b U Yadav |
7 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 100 |
M Stoinis
InM. Siddharth OutM Stoinis c Sharath b D Nalkande |
58 | 43 | 4 | 2 | 134.88 |
N Pooran not out | 32 | 22 | 0 | 3 | 145.45 |
A Badoni c U Yadav b R Khan |
20 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 181.81 |
K Pandya not out | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
|
Extras
(b 0,lb 4,w 1,nb 0,Penalty 0) |
5 | ||||
|
Total
20.0 (RR: 8.15)
|
163/5 |
Did not bat: R Bishnoi, Naveen, Y Thakur, M Yadav, Siddharth
InSiddharth
OutMarcus Stoinis
InSiddharth
OutMarcus Stoinis
Fall of wickets:
(de Kock, 0.4 ov) (D Padikkal, 2.2 ov) (Rahul, 12.4 ov) (M Stoinis, 14.5 ov) (A Badoni, 18.1 ov)| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
U Yadav |
3 | 0 | 22 | 2 | 7.33 |
S Johnson |
4 | 0 | 32 | 0 | 8.00 |
R Khan |
4 | 0 | 28 | 1 | 7.00 |
M Sharma
InKane Williamson OutM Sharma |
3 | 0 | 34 | 0 | 11.33 |
N Ahmad |
4 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 5.50 |
D Nalkande |
2 | 0 | 21 | 2 | 10.50 |
Commentary
Right then, that is it from this one-sided affair where Lucknow get their third win in a row while Gujarat will need to come back stronger in the upcoming games. Next up in the Indian T20 League is a high-voltage clash between Chennai and Kolkata. That match will be played on 8th April, Monday at 7.30 pm IST (2 pm GMT), but as you know, you can always join us early for all the build-up to the game. Until then, cheers and goodbye!
Yash Thakur is the PLAYER OF THE MATCH for his senseational five-wicket haul. He says that he didn't think that he would get five wickets. Adds that Shubman Gill was trying to make room but KL Rahul told him to stick to the plan and it paid off in the end. Says unfortunately Mayank Yadav got injured but the skipper put the faith in him and said it was his time to deliver. Mentions that there is always a fire inside to best a team you haven't beaten before. End up by saying he enjoyed the wicket of Gill the most.
KL Rahul, the victorious skipper of Lucknow reflects on the team's win, downplaying its significance. He highlights the benefit of batting first for their young bowling group to understand the pitch conditions. Rahul acknowledges the team's good record at home, attributing it to the low-scoring nature of the ground and the bowlers' ability to adapt. He praises the bowlers for their growth over the years, emphasizing their understanding of pitch conditions, which he discusses with them both on and off the field.
Gujarat captain Shubman Gill expresses his thoughts on the match, acknowledging the quality of the batting surface while lamenting his team's poor performance with the bat. Despite getting off to a decent start, Gujarat faltered in the middle overs, failing to regain momentum. However, Gill praises his bowlers for restricting the opposition to 163 runs, highlighting their impressive effort on what he believed to be a good batting track. He noted that they had anticipated a higher score from the opposition but were pleased with their bowlers' ability to limit them to a lower total.
Presentation Time...
Krunal Pandya is up for a quick chat. He shares his insights after the match, stating that despite having only two balls to face, he consulted his teammates about the pitch conditions. According to Nicholas Pooran, it was a good wicket, but Pandya felt they fell short by 15-20 runs. He emphasized bowling to the opposition's strengths and weaknesses, preferring to concede runs over mid-wicket rather than through the off-side. Pandya expresses confidence in executing plans and trusting the process. Regarding Mayank Yadav's situation, he briefly interacted with him and believes Yadav is fit to continue in future matches, noting Yadav's good form in the nets and previous seasons before missing due to injury.
Earlier in the game, Lucknow posted a fighting total on a tricky wicket. Marcus Stoinis scored a fine half-century while quick cameos from Ayush Badoni and Nicholas Pooran towards the end helped them get to that score. Umesh Yadav was excellent for Gujarat picking up a couple of wickets in the Powerplay while Darshan Nalkande also got two. Noor Ahmad was pretty economical while Rashid Khan chipped in with one as well. While chasing, the visitors were in the chase till the Powerplay, but an extraordinary collapse cost them the game in the end.
Lucknow, on the other hand will be extremely pleased with their bowling effort. They were a bit expensive in the Powerplay but Yash Thakur provided them with a crucial breakthrough by getting rid of Shubman Gill. It was then followed up by a stunning catch from Ravi Bishnoi on his own bowling to get the wicket of Kane Williamson. After that, they just took control of the game and never allows their opposition to come back. Krunal Pandya was absolutely sensational in the middle overs picking up three wickets and giving away just 11 runs. Yash Thakur then came back and bowled the first double-wicket maiden of this season which only made matters worse for Gujarat. It was once again Yash Thakur who finished the job with a magnificent fifer.
Gujarat got off to a good start in the Powerplay with Sai Sudharsan and skipper Shubman Gill scoring over 50 runs. However, the wicket of the captain on the last ball of the sixth over completely changed the momentum of the game. The visitors went from 54 for none to 61/4 which put them well behind the game. A couple of questions could be asked about the shot selection of the batters as they were not chasing a big target here. They never really recovered from that and failed to build up any significant partnerships losing wickets at regular intervals as well. Rahul Tewatia played a few lusty blows towards the end but that was never going to be enough as they ultimately fell short by 33 runs.
Take a bow, Yash Thakur! He wrapped things up with a scintillating five-wicket haul here. It is the first one of this seas9n and that means that Lucknow has beaten Gujarat for the first time in this competition. They also make it three wins on the trot. It was another brilliant performance from them as they successfully defended a target in three consecutive games. They are looking like a solid unit with all the departments clicking on nicely. Gujarat will be disappointed with this defeat as the target was not a big one but their batters made a mess of this run chase.
OUT! CAUGHT! Yash Thakur gets his first FIVE WICKET HAUL in the Indian T20 League! Drops the ball short at the batter and Noor Ahmad looks to play the pull but gets a top edge straight up in the air. Quinton de Kock takes the catch at mid on and Lucknow win the match by 33 runs.
FOUR! Noor Ahmad gets a boundary off the first ball of his innings! Off cutter from Yash Thakur into the wicket and Noor Ahmad plays an upper cut over the head of KL Rahul and the ball runs away to the fence.
Noor Ahmad is the last man in.
OUT! CAUGHT! Yash Thakur gets his Fourth wicket and sends back Rahul Tewatia back to the hut! Drops the ball short at the batter and Rahul Tewatia pulls it away again but this time straight to Nicholas Pooran at deep square leg who takes an easy catch. Gujarat now 9 down.
SIX! BANG! Rahul Tewatia lines up the leg side and slogs the slower ball from Yash Thakur, pitched up on the off stump, over deep mid-wicket for a brilliant SIX!
Fuller on the pads of Rahul Tewatia who flicks the ball to deep square leg and does not take the single.
Runs Scored 5 Runs
Score after 18 overs : 120/8
R Tewatia24 (22)
S Johnson0 (1)
Naveen4-0-37-1
Pulls away another short ball to deep mid-wicket for a single. Gujarat now need 44 runs in 12 balls.
FOUR! Connects well this time, Rahul Tewatia as Naveen-ul-Haq holds the length back once again and Rahul Tewatia pulls it away to the left of deep mid-wicket for FOUR runs.
Slower ball from a good length outside the line of the off stump. Rahul Tewatia strokes it back to the bowler.
Slower bouncer on top of the stumps. Rahul Tewatia walks into and pulls the ball to fine leg for no run once again.
Another well-directed short ball at the batter. Rahul Tewatia looks to slog it but misses the ball.
Short ball at the batter and Rahul Tewatia pulls it to deep square and denies the single.
Runs Scored 13 Runs
Score after 17 overs : 115/8
S Johnson0 (1)
R Tewatia19 (16)
Y Thakur3-1-20-3
Pitches the ball up on the leg stump line. Spencer Johnson gets a hit on the pads outside the line of leg stump.
Fuller on the leg stump line. Rahul Tewatia walks out and flicks the ball to deep mid-wicket for a single.
WIDE! Too high for the batter this time as Yash Thakur bowls a bouncer. Wide called by the umpire.
Pitches the ball up on the stumps. Rahul Tewatia slaps it straight to mid-wicket off the front foot.
WIDE! Wayward outside the line of the off stump. Wide called by the umpire.
FOUR! Drops it short at the batter and Rahul Tewatia pulls it away to the right of Naveen-ul-Haq at fine leg who fumbles the ball into the boundary.
Holds the length back on the off stump line. Rahul Tewatia taps the ball to covers from the crease and denies the run.
SIX! Length ball from Yash Thakur outside the off stump line and Rahul Tewatia walks around and pulls it away on the bounce over deep square leg for a flat SIX to start the over.
Spencer Johnson comes out to the middle now.
Runs Scored 9 Runs
Score after 16 overs : 102/8
U Yadav2 (4)
R Tewatia8 (11)
Naveen3-0-32-1
OUT! CAUGHT! Another one down for Gujarat! Naveen-ul-Haq sends back Umesh Yadav with a slower ball from a good length on the off stump line. Umesh Yadav slogs it up high in the air towards Quinton de Kock at long on who takes an easy catch.
SLower ball from the length outside the off stump. Rahul Tewatia slogs it towards long on for a single.
Pitches the ball up outside the off stump line, and Rahul Tewatia launches the ball over covers and puts the man at sweeper covers on a chase. The batters pick up 3 runs and the Umpire signals a NO BALL! Free Hit up next...
WIDE! Wayward outside the line of the leg stump this time. WIDE called.
Bowls another bouncer outside the off stump line. Umesh Yadav slogs it to deep mid-wicket for a single.
Holds the length back outside the off stump. Rahul Tewatia pulls it from outside off towards deep mid-wicket for a run.
Another well-directed bouncer at the helmet of Umesh Yadav who somehow manages to pull it away at the right time towards deep square leg for another single.
Bangs in short at the batter. Rahul Tewatia pulls it away to fine leg for a single.
Runs Scored 1 Runs
Score after 15 overs : 93/7
U Yadav0 (1)
R Tewatia3 (7)
Y Thakur2-1-7-3
A double-wicket maiden from Yash Thakur! This is full and on off, Umesh Yadav pushes it towards covers.
Umesh Yadav walks out to bat.
OUT! TAKEN! Yash Thakur with a double strike! The dangerous Rashid Khan goes back for a duck and once again Lucknow gets two wickets in one over. Yash Thakur sees the batter back away and serves this full and outside off, takes pace off as well, Rashid Khan tries to reach it and hangs his bat away, but the ball loops off the toe-end of the bat towards extra covers where Deepak Hooda (Sub) settles under it and takes a simple catch. Lucknow three wickets away from the win now!
Fiery! Yash Thakur bangs in a sharp bouncer, on middle, skids through as well, Rashid Khan sways away from it.
On a length and on off, Rashid Khan steers it towards point.
Rashid Khan walks out to bat for Gujarat.
OUT! CAUGHT BEHIND! Yash Thakur gets his second now! He bangs this one short and outside off, slower too, Vijay Shankar hops up to cut it away but only manages to get a thin outside edge behind where KL Rahul pouches it safely. Shankar cannot believe it as this was there to be put away. Gujarat slips further!
On a length and angling into leg, Rahul Tewatia misses his flick as the ball goes off his pads towards square leg. A leg bye is taken.
Strategic Break! Gujarat are 92/5 and still in need of 72 runs in 36 balls. It's Vijay Shankar and Rahul Tewatia at the crease with Rashid Khan still to come. Lucknow have bowled really well and picked up quick wickets after a good start by the Gujarat batters. Will Lucknow finish off well or will Gujarat stage a comeback? Let's find out after the break.
Runs Scored 10 Runs
Score after 14 overs : 92/5
R Tewatia3 (6)
V Shankar17 (16)
Naveen2-0-23-0
Back of a length and on off, Rahul Tewatia pulls it towards deep mid-wicket for one more.
Right in the blockhole, on off, Vijay Shankar digs it out wide of extra covers for one.
SIX! Into the crowd! Naveen-ul-Haq takes pace off, hits the hard length, on middle, Vijay Shankar picks it up early, waits for it and whacks it over the deep mid-wicket fence for a biggie.
Back of a length and around leg, Rahul Tewatia pulls it towards deep square leg for a run.
Short of a length and on off, Vijay Shankar slaps it towards long on for a single.
Fuller one and on off, Vijay Shankar drills it hard on the pitch, the ball bounces and hits Naveen-ul-Haq on his chest on the follow-through. However, he is fine to continue.
Runs Scored 2 Runs
Score after 13 overs : 82/5
R Tewatia1 (4)
V Shankar9 (12)
K Pandya4-0-11-3
BEATEN! Krunal Pandya slows it up again, full and on off, Rahul Tewatia tries to guide it away but misses. Krunal Pandya ends a stunning spell with three wickets and conceding just 11 runs in his four overs.
Fires this one full and on leg, Rahul Tewatia tries to sweep but misses and gets hit on the pads.
Short and around leg, Vijay Shankar pulls it towards deep square leg for one.
Flighted, full and on leg, Rahul Tewatia clips it through mid-wicket for a single.
Slower through the air, short and around off, Rahul Tewatia tries to cut it away but misses.
Rahul Tewatia walks out to bat now.
OUT! TAKEN! A very unlucky dismissal for Darshan Nalkande! This is not a wicket-taking delivery but Krunal Pandya gets his third now. He fires in a short delivery down the leg side, Darshan Nalkande looks to swipe it away but ends up hitting it straight into the hands of Yash Thakur at short fine leg. Nothing going in the way of Gujarat here as they lose half their side now!
Runs Scored 9 Runs
Score after 12 overs : 80/4
D Nalkande12 (10)
V Shankar8 (11)
Siddharth4-0-29-0
Quicker, full and on leg, Darshan Nalkande drills it towards long on for one more. M. Siddharth finishes a very economical spell here!
Flatter, full and on middle, Vijay Shankar tucks it through mid-wicket for one.
Flighted, full and on middle, Vijay Shankar pushes it back to the bowler.
Short and on middle, Darshan Nalkande stays back and punches it towards long on for a single.
SIX! BOOM! Darshan Nalkande breaks the shackles! This is floated, full and on middle, Darshan Nalkande backs away a bit and tonks it over the bowler's head for a flat maximum.
Tossed up, full and on middle, Darshan Nalkande knocks it back to the bowler.
Runs Scored 4 Runs
Score after 11 overs : 71/4
V Shankar7 (9)
D Nalkande4 (6)
K Pandya3-0-9-2
Short and around off, Vijay Shankar cuts it wide of extra covers, Quinton de Kock dives to his left to make a fine stop.
Quicker, full and on middle, Darshan Nalkande drills it towards long on for one.
Slows it up, full and on middle, turns away, Darshan Nalkande blocks it out down the pitch.
Tossed up, full and on middle, Vijay Shankar eases it towards long on for another run.
Short and around off, Darshan Nalkande punches it towards long off for a run.
Floated, full and on middle, Vijay Shankar gets low and sweeps it towards deep square leg for a single.
Runs Scored 6 Runs
Score after 10 overs : 67/4
V Shankar5 (6)
D Nalkande2 (3)
R Bishnoi2-0-8-1
Holds the length short on the stumps. Vijay Shankar drives the ball to long on for a single.
WIDE! Wayward outside the line of the leg stump. WIDE called.
Angles one into the right-hander from a fuller length on the stumps. Darshan Nalkande gets the inside edge of the bat to short fine leg for a single.
Flights the ball up on the off stump line. Vijay Shankar drives the ball to long off for a single.
Fuller on the off stump line once again. Vijay Shankar offers a front foot block towards mid-wicket.
Holds the length back on the off stump. Darshan Nalkande taps it down to deep square leg for a single.
Floats the ball up on the stumps. Vijay Shankar flicks it to short fine leg for a single.
Runs Scored 3 Runs
Score after 9 overs : 61/4
D Nalkande0 (1)
V Shankar2 (2)
K Pandya2-0-5-2
Fires the ball up on the leg stump line. Darshan Nalkande flicks it straight to mid-wicket to end the over.
Darshan Nalkande walks out to bat now.
Just in - Mayank Yadav has a side strain and it is likely that he won't take any further part in this game.
OUT! CAUGHT! Two in the over for Krunal Pandya! Pitches the ball up outside the off-stump line and BR Sharath looks to play a slog sweep, but only manages to get a top edge due to the extra bounce as it flies straight towards Ayush Badoni at deep square leg who makes no mistake. Gujarat making a mess of this run chase!
Short ball on the off stump. Vijay Shankar drives it to long off for a single.
Short and wide outside off. BR Sharath taps it late to short third man for a run.
Pitches the ball up on the leg stump line. Vijay Shankar flicks the ball to deep square leg for a single.
Vijay Shankar is the next man in.
OUT! CAUGHT! Lucknow turning things around in style! Krunal Pandya gets the set batter in Sai Sudharsan to walk back to the hut! Drops the ball short at the batter with pace and Sai Sudharsan looks to pull it along the ground but gets a top edge that goes high in the air towards Ravi Bishnoi who takes an easy catch at deep mid-wicket to send back Sai Sudharsan.
Runs Scored 2 Runs
Score after 8 overs : 58/2
Sharath1 (3)
S Sudharsan31 (22)
R Bishnoi1-0-2-1
Bowls it fuller again on the stumps. BR Sharath knocks it off towards covers to end the over.
Short and wide, cut away to sweeper covers for a single.
Holds the length back on top of the stumps. BR Sharath looks to pull the ball but gets an inside edge towards square leg for a single.
Flights the ball up on the middle stump line. BR Sharath blocks it off the front foot.
BR Sharath comes out to the middle now.
OUT! CAUGHT AND BOWLED! What a stunner from Ravi Bishnoi to send back the mighty Kane Williamson! Ravi Bishnoi tosses a googly up on the off stump line and Kane Williamson tries to flick it through the on side and gets a top edge flying back to the right of Ravi Bishnoi who jumps up stretching his right hand out to pluck it out of thin air. What a superb reflex catch by Ravi Bishnoi to get his skipper another wicket!
Floats the ball up on the off stump line. Kane Williamson drives the ball back to the bowler.
Runs Scored 2 Runs
Score after 7 overs : 56/1
K Williamson1 (3)
S Sudharsan30 (21)
K Pandya1-0-2-0
Tosses the ball up on the leg stump line. Kane Williamson walks down the track and flicks the ball to deep square leg for a single to open his account and end the over.
Fuller on the leg stump line. Kane Williamson flicks the ball back to the bowler.
Holds his length back on the stumps. Kane Williamson taps it back to the bowler.
Fuller on the off stump line. Sai Sudharsan drives it to long off for a single.
Floats it up on the stumps. Sai Sudharsan blocks it back to the bowler from the crease.
Holds the length back on the off stump. Sai Sudharsan taps it to covers from the crease.
Strategic-Break! Gujarat scored at a good rate in the Powerplay but they lost their skipper on the very last delivery. However, the target is not big one and with Sai Sudharsan set, they need one big partnership and they will be home. Lucknow will hope that they can build on this wicket and pick up a few more to put the pressure back on the batting side. Also, Gujarat use their impact player as Kane Williamson walks out to bat at number 3 replacing Mohit Sharma. Krunal Pandya to bowl after the break.
Runs Scored 7 Runs
Score after 6 overs : 54/1
S Gill19 (21)
S Sudharsan29 (18)
Y Thakur1-0-7-1
OUT! TIMBER! Cleans the skipper of Gujarat, Shubman Gill with a peach of a yorker on the middle stump with pace. Shubman Gill has no response to that whatsoever and the ball hits the bottom of the middle stump. Lucknow get their first breakthrough!
Nails a yorker at the stumps. Shubman Gill back away again and drives the ball straight to covers.
Holds the length back on top of the off stump line. Sai Sudharsan drops it down towards mid-wicket for a single.
Slower bumper at the batter. Shubman Gill pulls it away to deep square leg for a single.
FOUR! Backs away and slaps the ball into the point gap from the middle of the bat! Shubman Gill is batting really well for his team. Yash Thakur hits the good length on top of the off stump and gets a slash of the bat for a boundary towards the point fence.
Bangs it in short at the batter, and rushes him with the pace. Sai Sudharsan looks to pull it but mistimes it on the ground towards short fine leg for a single.
Runs Scored 12 Runs
Score after 5 overs : 47/0
S Sudharsan27 (16)
S Gill14 (17)
Siddharth3-0-20-0
Fligthed, full and on middle, Sai Sudharsan slogs it high in the air towards deep mid-wicket where the fielder grabs it. Only one run.
Shortish and around off, Sai Sudharsan punches it towards extra covers where a fumble allows a run. No no no! M. Siddharth has overstepped for the third time in this over. No Ball and a Free Hit up next...
A bit short and on off, Shubman Gill knocks it down to long off for one more.
Floated, full and on off, Shubman Gill drills it straight to extra covers.
Fires in a full one again, on middle, Sai Sudharsan miscues his slog towards mid-wicket for one. Oh..wow! It is another No Ball for overstepping. Free Hit next..
Darts this one full, on leg, Sai Sudharsan clips it towards deep mid-wicket for a brace Oh..no! The siren goes off and M. Siddharth has overstepped here. Free Hit coming up...
Another short delivery, on middle, Shubman Gill nudges it through mid-wicket for one.
Run out chance...missed! Short again and on off, Shubman Gill stabs it towards covers, Sai Sudharsan sets off for the run but is sent back, the throw is very wide to the bowler's end which allows the batter to get back.
Short and on middle, Sai Sudharsan pulls it to deep square leg for a single.
Runs Scored 13 Runs
Score after 4 overs : 35/0
S Gill12 (13)
S Sudharsan21 (11)
M Yadav1-0-13-0
FOUR! Fine shot! Mayank Yadav lands this short of a length and outside off, Shubman Gill gets on top of the bounce and crunches it through point for four more runs. 13 runs off the over then!
Short and on middle, Sai Sudharsan pulls it towards deep square leg for one.
FOUR! Nice shot! This is back of a length and around middle, Sai Sudharsan stay back, uses his wrists brilliantly to flick it away towards the deep mid-wicket fence for another boundary.
Another bouncer, slower this time, on middle and leg, Sai Sudharsan ducks under again.
Mayank Yadav bangs in a fiery bouncer now, on off, Sai Sudharsan ducks under it.
FOUR! Wow....some shot that! Mayank Yadav starts with a full delivery, on middle, Sai Sudharsan once again shows the full face of the bat, gently pushes it and it flies off the middle of the bat through mid off for a lovely boundary.
Runs Scored 4 Runs
Score after 3 overs : 22/0
S Gill8 (12)
S Sudharsan12 (6)
Siddharth2-0-9-0
Quicker, full and on middle, Shubman Gill tucks it with soft hands towards the mid-wicket region and comes back for the second run.
Short again and on middle, Sai Sudharsan pulls it towards deep square leg for one.
Halt! Sai Sudharsan gets a fresh pair of gloves.
Short and on off, Shubman Gill pushes it towards short covers for a quick single, Sai Sudharsan had to put a dive in at the batter's end.
Flatter, full and on middle, Shubman Gill knocks it down the pitch.
Floated, full and on middle, Shubman Gill tucks it towards square leg.
Tossed up, full and on middle, Shubman Gill pushes it towards the bowler.
Runs Scored 13 Runs
Score after 2 overs : 18/0
S Sudharsan11 (5)
S Gill5 (7)
Naveen1-0-13-0
FOUR! Classy shot! Naveen-ul-Haq overpitches it this time, on middle, Sai Sudharsan presents the full face of the bat and drives it beautifully down the ground to the long off fence for another boundary.
Pitched up again and around off, Sai Sudharsan steers it towards deep point for a brace.
EDGED AND FOUR! Naveen-ul-Haq comes around the wicket and serves this full, on off, Sai Sudharsan goes for the drive in the up but gets an outside edge through the first slip region for a boundary.
Back of a length and on off, Shubman Gill pats it to the off side for a quick single.
BEATEN! Naveen-ul-Haq hits the length hard this time, on the sixth stump line, nips back in sharply, Shubman Gill tries to cut but misses.
Naveen-ul-Haq begins with a good-length delivery, on the pads, Shubman Gill nudges it away wide of deep square leg for a couple of runs.
Naveen-ul-Haq will share the new ball with M. Siddharth for Lucknow.
Runs Scored 5 Runs
Score after 1 overs : 5/0
S Gill2 (4)
S Sudharsan1 (2)
Siddharth1-0-5-0
Shortish and on off, Shubman Gill punches it towards long off for one. Just five runs off the first over then!
Slows it up, full and on off, Shubman Gill pushes it towards covers.
Fires this one full and down the leg side, Sai Sudharsan misses his flick, KL Rahul fails to stop it cleanly. It is called a wide and a bye is taken.
Flatter, full and on leg, Sai Sudharsan tucks it towards square leg.
Flighted, full and on off, Shubman Gill drills it down the pitch, M. Siddharth gets a hand but only manages to parry it to long on. They cross.
Goes short and around off, Shubman Gill dabs it down to cover-point.
Gujarat and Sai Sudharsan are underway straightaway! M. Siddharth starts with a floated delivery, full and on middle, Sai Sudharsan clips it through mid-wicket for a singe.
Commentary
We are back after the Innings break and it's now time for the Run Chase! It is Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan to open the batting for Gujarat as they look to chase down 164 runs in 20 overs. M. Siddharth comes in as the Impact Player in place of Marcus Stoinis for Lucknow and will start the attack for Lucknow. Let's Play!
... THE RUN CHASE ...
Despite their best efforts, Lucknow fell short of setting a formidable target, owing to Gujarat's disciplined bowling display. The visitors succeeded in bowling tight lines and lengths, ensuring that the hosts were unable to break free and post a more imposing total. Now, as the stage is set for the second innings, all eyes turn towards Gujarat as they prepare to chase down the target and secure victory in this enthralling encounter. Stay tuned for the Run Chase.
Umesh Yadav says that he did well in the Powerplay than last few games and got the two crucial wickets which was good for the team. Adda that his hardwork is paying off and he just tried to follow his plans. Mentions that he looks for swing in the first few overs and it is also about hitting the right lengths. Ends by saying that the wicket is a bit spongy but dew could play a factor and hopes that his team will chase this down.
Opting to bat first, Lucknow faced early setbacks as both Quinton de Kock and Devdutt Padikkal fell prey to the precision of Umesh Yadav within the powerplay overs. The early wickets jolted Lucknow's innings, but KL Rahul and Marcus Stoinis displayed resilience as they sought to rebuild the innings. Batting with poise and composure, Rahul and Stoinis formed a crucial partnership, rotating the strike and capitalizing on loose deliveries to steady the ship. While KL Rahul anchored the innings with a measured approach, his stay at the crease was cut short by the crafty Darshan Nalkande after contributing 33 runs to the scoreboard. Marcus Stoinis, on the other hand, showcased his prowess with the bat, reaching a well-deserved half-century. However, his innings was brought to an end by Nalkande, who struck again to dismiss the set batters for a commendable 58 runs. As the innings progressed towards its conclusion, Nicholas Pooran and Ayush Badoni took on the responsibility of scoring runs in the death overs. Badoni played a brief yet impactful cameo, contributing 20 runs before departing. Meanwhile, Pooran held fort at the other end, displaying his prowess with the bat as he remained unbeaten on 32 runs, steering Lucknow to a competitive total of 163/5 in their allotted quota of overs.
Gujarat finish on a high after restricting Lucknow under 170! The first innings of this captivating match comes to an end with Lucknow posting a total of 163/5 in their allotted 20 overs against Gujarat. In a display of disciplined bowling, Gujarat's bowlers executed their plans meticulously, stifling the hosts and keeping them below the 170-run mark.
Runs Scored 8 Runs
Score after 20 overs : 163/5
K Pandya2 (2)
N Pooran32 (22)
S Johnson4-0-32-0
Only a single to end the innings then! Spencer Johnson goes short again and around off, Krunal Pandya pulls it towards deep mid-wicket for one. Lucknow finishes on 163/5!
Fuller one and on middle, Nicholas Pooran has a swipe across the line but gets an inside edge towards short fine leg for one. Krunal Pandya will be on strike for the last ball!
Clever bowling! Spencer Johnson bangs in a bouncer now, outside off, Nicholas Pooran tries to ramp it away but misses.
A good yorker now, on middle, tailing in a bit, Nicholas Pooran falls to the ground while digging it out as the ball rolls towards short fine leg.
SIX! Into the stands! Nikky P connects this time alright! Spencer Johnson misses his yorker and serves it full, in the slot as well, Nicholas Pooran steps across and whips it high in the night sky and way over the deep square leg fence for a maxximum.
A full toss, on middle, Nicholas Pooran tries to heave it away but misses and gets it on the pads. Pooran misses out there!
Runs Scored 12 Runs
Score after 19 overs : 155/5
N Pooran25 (17)
K Pandya1 (1)
R Khan4-0-28-1
Short and on off, Nicholas Pooran punches it through covers for one. He will keep the strike for the last over.
Flighted, full and on middle, Nicholas Pooran lofts it wide of long on for a couple of runs.
Drags his length back, on middle, Nicholas Pooran swats it wide of long on for a brace.
SIX! Up, up and away! Rashid Khan floats it up, full and on middle, Nicholas Pooran goes down and nails his slog-sweep over the deep mid-wicket fence for a biggie.
A full toss, on leg, Krunal Pandya swipes it towards deep square leg for a single.
Krunal Pandya comes out to bat for Lucknow.
OUT! TAKEN! Rashid Khan gets a wicket now! This is tossed up, full and on middle,, Ayush Badoni goes down for the slog-sweep, but fails to get underneath it and does not get the elevation, the ball goes flat and in the air towards deep mid-wicket where Umesh Yadav takes a good catch. Ayush Badoni goes after a nice little cameo!
Runs Scored 17 Runs
Score after 18 overs : 143/4
A Badoni20 (10)
N Pooran14 (13)
M Sharma3-0-34-0
In the blockhole, on off, Ayush Badoni digs it out towards covers for one.
FOUR! Gets it through! Mohit Sharma lands this one on a hard length and outside off, Ayush Badoni throws his hands at it and slices it between backward point and short third man for another boundary.
FOUR! Excellent shot! Mohit Sharma takes pace off, short of a length and on off, Ayush Badoni stands tall and slaps it away between deep mid-wicket and long on for a boundary.
A low full toss now, on middle, Nicholas Pooran clips it to deep mid-wicket for a run.
SIX! BANG! Nicholas Pooran goes big now! Mohit Sharma goes for the slower one again, touch fuller and on off, Nicholas Pooran waits for it and deposits it powerfully over the deep mid-wicket fence for a biggie.
Back of a length and on off, slower too, Ayush Badoni pulls it towards deep mid-wicket for a single.
Runs Scored 5 Runs
Score after 17 overs : 126/4
A Badoni10 (6)
N Pooran7 (11)
R Khan3-0-16-0
Tight over! This one is short again, on off, Ayush Badoni forces it to long on for one more. Just five runs from this one.
Flighted, full and on leg, Nicholas Pooran tries to slog again but gets an inside edge through square leg for one.
Floated, full and on middle, Ayush Badoni sweeps it off the inner half of the bat through square leg for another run.
Quicker, short and on off, Nicholas Pooran pushes it through covers for a run.
Swing and a miss! A googly now, full and on off, turns away, Nicholas Pooran goes for the big slog across the line but misses it completely.
Short and on middle, Ayush Badoni moves back and punches it to long on for a single.
Runs Scored 7 Runs
Score after 16 overs : 121/4
N Pooran5 (8)
A Badoni7 (3)
S Johnson3-0-24-0
Goes fuller and on middle, Nicholas Pooran taps it to the off side. Excellent over from Spencer Johnson!
Another good bouncer, on middle, Nicholas Pooran goes for the pull again but gets beaten by the pace and bounce.
A huge appeal for caught behind, but turned down! Spencer Johnson bangs in a sharp bouncer now, on middle, Nicholas Pooran gets hurried and misses his hook shot. Shubman Gill decides against the review.
Short of a length and at the body of the batter, Ayush Badoni mistimes his pull towards the mid-wicket region for a run.
Back of a length and around leg, Ayush Badoni looks to pull but misses. Wided.
FOUR! Fine shot! Spencer Johnson serves a half-volley, outside off, Ayush Badoni crouches low and drives it stylishly through extra covers for a boundary.
A slower one, full and on middle, Nicholas Pooran clips it through square leg for a single.
Strategic-Break! Lucknow are in a spot of bother as they have just lost the set Marcus Stoinis who was starting to look dangerous. Now, Nicholas Pooran needs to take the responsibility with others providing support to post a good total. Gujarat have done well with the ball, especially Darshan Nalkande and they will look to put more pressure on by picking up a couple of wickets after the break and restrict the opponents to a low score. Also, Spencer Johnson to bowl after the break.
Runs Scored 16 Runs
Score after 15 overs : 114/4
A Badoni2 (1)
N Pooran4 (4)
D Nalkande2-0-21-2
Hits the length on the line of the stumps. Ayush Badoni slogs it away to the right of deep mid-wicket for a couple.
Ayush Badoni walks out to bat now.
OUT! CAUGHT! What a comeback from the young man! Darshan Nalkande sends Marcus Stoinis back to the hut! Rolls his fingers over the ball and pitches it up on the stumps, asking Marcus Stoinis to go for the big shot again, which he does and only manages to get a top edge straight up in the air. The debutant wicketkeeper BR Sharath grabs the catch well.
SIX! Second of the over by Marcus Stoinis! Right in the hitting slot of the right-hander with pace on the line of the stumps and Marcus Stoinis slogs it away over deep mid-wicket this time for another SIX!
Fuller on the off stump line. Nicholas Pooran drives it to long off for a single.
Holds the length back on the stumps and Marcus Stoinis pulls it to deep square leg for a single.
SIX! BANG! Marcus Stoinis gets to his FIFTY with a superb maximum! Darshan Nalkande hits the length outside the off stump line and Marcus Stoinis takes the front foot out and slogs the ball flat over long on for a SIX!
Runs Scored 5 Runs
Score after 14 overs : 98/3
M Stoinis45 (39)
N Pooran3 (3)
N Ahmad4-0-22-0
Short and wide again this time. Marcus Stoinis cuts the ball to sweeper covers for a single.
Short outside the off stump line. Marcus Stoinis taps it straight to Shubman Gill at covers.
Fuller outside the off stump. Nicholas Pooran drives it to sweeper covers for a single.
DROPPED! Rashid Khan drops the catch after putting in all the hard work! Noor Ahmad tosses up a googly on the middle stump line and Marcus Stoinis looks to go straight and big, in the end mistimes it high in the air towards the mid off region inside the circle. Rashid Khan comes running in from long off and slides infront to grab the ball but does not catch it. The batters run a single.
Bolws a googly on the off stump line. Nicholas Pooran flicks it off the front foot to long on for a single.
Floats the ball up on the leg stump line. Marcus Stoinis drives it to long on for a single.
Runs Scored 5 Runs
Score after 13 overs : 93/3
M Stoinis42 (35)
N Pooran1 (1)
D Nalkande1-0-5-1
Fuller again on the stumps. Marcus Stoinis tucks the ball towards long on and gets a single to end the over.
Pitches the ball up on the off stump line. Nicholas Pooran drives the ball to the right of mid off and gets off the mark with a single.
Nicholas Pooran is the next man in.
OUT! CAUGHT! The youngster gets the big fish! Darshan Nalkande sends back KL Rahul to the hut! Bowls a slower ball pitched up on the line of the stumps and KL Rahul goes for a wild swing of the bat and does not get the distance. Hits the ball high and straight to Rahul Tewatia at long on who takes a good catch.
Slower ball outside the line of the off stump with pace and Marcus Stoinis drives the ball in the air towards sweeper covers and runs a single.
Drops it short outside the off stump line and KL Rahul cuts the ball to sweeper covers and gets another single to his name.
Holds the length back on top of the off stump line. Marcus Stoinis stays on the crease and drives the ball to long off for a single.
Runs Scored 4 Runs
Score after 12 overs : 88/2
M Stoinis39 (32)
Rahul32 (29)
N Ahmad3-0-17-0
Floats the ball up on the leg stump line. Marcus Stoinis flicks the ball to deep mid-wicket for a single to end the over.
Drops the ball short at the batter with pace. Marcus Stoinis gets back in the crease and blocks it back to the bowler.
Holds the length back on the off stump. Marcus Stoinis looks to cut the ball but gets an inside edge back to the wicketkeeper on the bounce.
Tosses the ball up on the stumps line. KL Rahul sweeps the ball to deep mid-wicket for a single.
Fuller on the off stump. Marcus Stoinis drives it to the left of covers for a run.
Bowls the googly on the leg stump line. KL Rahul looks to sweep it but gets an inside edge onto the pads and the batters run a single as the ball rolls towards the square leg area.
Runs Scored 10 Runs
Score after 11 overs : 84/2
Rahul30 (27)
M Stoinis37 (28)
M Sharma2-0-17-0
Hits the length on top of the off stump. KL Rahul blocks it off to the right of point and runs a single to end the over.
Hits the length outside off this time. Marcus Stoinis drives it to the left of covers and takes a run.
Hits the length hard on the middle stump line and Marcus Stoinis taps the ball from the crease between deep mid-wicket and long on and the batters pick up a quick couple.
FOUR! Bangs it short and is well punished by Marcus Stoinis! Stands tall on the crease and pulls the ball, timing it really well along the ground between deep mid-wicket and deep square leg for a boundary.
Holds the length back outside off. KL Rahul looks to drive it through covers but gets an outside edge to third man for a single.
Drops the ball short on top of the middle stump line. Marcus Stoinis pulls it away along the ground to deep mid-wicket for a single.
Runs Scored 4 Runs
Score after 10 overs : 74/2
Rahul28 (25)
M Stoinis29 (24)
N Ahmad2-0-13-0
Flighted, full and on middle, KL Rahul knocks it back to the right of the bowler.
Another short delivery, on off, Marcus Stoinis punches it to long off for one.
Flatter, short and on off, Marcus Stoinis bunts it down to point.
Short again and around leg, Marcus Stoinis clips it with soft hands through square leg and comes back for the second run.
A googly now, tossed up, full and on middle, Marcus Stoinis taps it to short covers.
Quicker, short and around off, KL Rahul cuts it to sweeper covers for a single.
Strategic Break! KL Rahul and Marcus Stoinis have held the ship for Lucknow after the two quick wickets by Umesh Yadav in the powerplay. The pair stitched up a partnership of 48 and both of them are looking well set. Gujarat looking to break this partnership as soon as possible. Let's see what happens after the break.
Runs Scored 7 Runs
Score after 9 overs : 70/2
Rahul27 (23)
M Stoinis26 (20)
R Khan2-0-11-0
Slows it up, full and on middle, KL Rahul eases it towards long on for one more.
Short again and on leg, Marcus Stoinis nudges it wide of short fine leg for one.
Goes short and on off again, KL Rahul moves back and clips it through mid-wicket for another run.
Flighted, full and on off, Marcus Stoinis drills it towards long off for a run.
Floated, full and on middle, Marcus Stoinis heaves it away wide of deep mid-wicket for a couple of runs.
Flatter, full and on middle, KL Rahul tucks it through mid-wicket for a single.
Runs Scored 9 Runs
Score after 8 overs : 63/2
M Stoinis22 (17)
Rahul24 (20)
N Ahmad1-0-9-0
Another googly, short and outside off, Marcus Stoinis pats it down to short covers.
Floated, full and on middle, KL Rahul goes down and sweeps it through square leg for one.
Tossed up, full and around off, Marcus Stoinis drills it towards long off for a run.
Another short delivery, on off, KL Rahul punches it to long off for a single.
Short again and outside off, KL Rahul cuts it towards deep point for a couple of runs.
FOUR! KL Rahul greets Noor Ahmad with a boundary! This one is shorter in length and outside off, KL Rahul moves back, plays the late cut to perfection past backward point for a boundary.
Runs Scored 7 Runs
Score after 7 overs : 54/2
M Stoinis21 (15)
Rahul16 (16)
M Sharma1-0-7-0
Short of a length and around off, Marcus Stoinis dabs it down to point.
On a length and on middle, KL Rahul pats it towards mid on for one.
Pitched up and on middle, Marcus Stoinis drills it wide of mid off, the fielder dives to his right to make a good stop. They cross.
FOUR! Streaky one! Mohit Sharma hits the length hard and on the sixth stump line, Marcus Stoinis tries to push it away but gets an outside edge that flies through the slip region and to the third man fence for a boundary.
Back of a length and on off, KL Rahul runs it down to third man for a single.
Mohit Sharma begins with a good-length delivery, on off, KL Rahul stabs it to short covers.
Runs Scored 4 Runs
Score after 6 overs : 47/2
M Stoinis16 (12)
Rahul14 (13)
R Khan1-0-4-0
Flatter, full and on off, Marcus Stoinis pushes it back to the bowler. Just four runs off the over!
Another short delivery, on middle, skids through, KL Rahul punches it down to long on for one more.
A googly now, on middle, Marcus Stoinis clips it towards deep mid-wicket for one.
Quicker, short and on middle, KL Rahul works it through mid-wicket for a run.
A huge shout for LBW, but nothing doing! This one is short again and around leg, KL Rahul moves back to pull but misses and gets hit on the pads. Probably going down the leg side.
Rashid Khan starts with a short delivery, on middle, Marcus Stoinis stays back and nudges it towards mid-wicket for a single.
Runs Scored 12 Runs
Score after 5 overs : 43/2
M Stoinis14 (9)
Rahul12 (10)
U Yadav3-0-22-2
Short and wide outside the off stump line. Marcus Stoinis taps it to the right of third man for a single to end the over.
FOUR! Marcus Stoinis gets another boundary for himself! Fuller delivery by Umesh Yadav and Marcus Stoinis flicks the ball well along the ground to the right of mid on and watches the ball run away to the fence.
Swings one up on the stumps. KL Rahul drives it to the right of mid on for a single.
Unfortunate for Umesh Yadav! Bowls a good length ball on the off stump and Marcus Stoinis taps the ball towards Sai Sudharsan at covers who picks the ball up and takes a hit at the bowler's end. The ball misses the stumps and there is no back up by the mid on fielder. The ball runs away to the fence giving Lucknow 5 runs.
Holds the length back on top of the off stump line and Marcus Stoinis hangs back on the crease and taps it down towards covers.
Fuller on the off stump line with pace and KL Rahul drives it to the right of mid off for a single.
Runs Scored 13 Runs
Score after 4 overs : 31/2
M Stoinis4 (5)
Rahul10 (8)
S Johnson2-0-17-0
FOUR! Pitches the ball up once again, Spencer Johnson on the off stump, and it is Marcus Stoinis this time who plays the elegant straight drive beating mid off to his right to find his first boundary of the innings.
Hits the length hard on top of the off stump. KL Rahul taps it to the left of covers and runs a quick single.
Drops it short on the off stump and gets the ball to move away from the right-hander. KL Rahul stays on the crease and lets the ball go through.
Pitches it further up on the middle stump line with pace. KL Rahul blocks it off well form the front foot.
FOUR! Two in two for the Lucknow skipper! Width provided by Spencer Johnson from over the wicket angle and KL Rahul throws his hands at it, slicing it over point for a one-bounce boundary.
FOUR! Starts the over with a bang! Spencer Johnson swings one into the right-hansder from a good length on the off stump and KL Rahul takes the front foot out and punches the ball sweetly straight down the ground, along the carpet, beating mid off to his right and gets a boundary.
Runs Scored 4 Runs
Score after 3 overs : 18/2
M Stoinis0 (4)
Rahul1 (3)
U Yadav2-0-10-2
Another swing and a miss! Umesh Yadav swings this away from the right-hander. Marcus Stoinis looks to throw his bat at it but misses the ball.
Holds the length back on top of the leg stump line. Marcus Stoinis looks to pull the ball but gets an inside edge onto the pads.
Pitches the ball up on the leg stump line. Marcus Stoinis flicks it off the front foot towards mid-wicket.
Hits the length on top of the off stump. Marcus Stoinis taps it to mid off from the crease.
Marcus Stoinis walks out to bat now.
OUT! CAUGHT! What a comeback by Umesh Yadav who runs away with his second wicket in his second over, getting the better of Devdutt Padikkal this time! Bowls the nagging length just outside the off stump and gets the ball to swing away from the left-hander. Devdutt Padikkal throws his bat at it from the crease and gets an outside edge straight to Vijay Shankar at third slip who grabs it well.
FOUR! Stand and deliver! Devdutt Padikkal shows pure elegance! Umesh Yadav drops the ball short at the body of the batter and Devdutt Padikkal pulls it away from the crease beating fine leg to his right for a boundary.
Runs Scored 8 Runs
Score after 2 overs : 14/1
D Padikkal3 (5)
Rahul1 (3)
S Johnson1-0-4-0
Hits the length on top of the off stump line and Devdutt Padikkal takes the forntf oot out and launches the ball over Shubman Gill at mid off. Shubman Gill puts in the chase and dives full length to stop the boundary. The batters run 3 runs.
Swing and a miss by Devdutt Padikkal on that occasion. Spencer Johnson swings one away from a good length outside the off stump and Devdutt Padikkal goes for a wild swing but misses the ball.
Holds the length back on top of the off stump line. Devdutt Padikkal stays on the crease and blocks it off well.
Pitches the ball up outside the off stump. KL Rahul drives it through covers for a single.
4 LEG BYES! Too much swing on that occasion, drifting down the leg side. Gets a hit on the pads of KL Rahul and runs away to the fine leg fence as Leg Byes.
Spencer Johnson gets the better of KL Rahul on the first ball of his spell, but KL Rahul is saved by the review! Swings the ball into the right-hander from a fuller length on the off stump. KL Rahul looks to block it and gets a hit on the front leg. Huge appeal for LBW and the umpire raises his finger. KL Rahul takes the review and the big screen shows that there is a hit on the inside edge of the bat. Good review from KL Rahul to survive.
Spencer Johnson to share the new ball with Umesh Yadav for Gujarat.
Runs Scored 6 Runs
Score after 1 overs : 6/1
D Padikkal0 (2)
Rahul0 (0)
U Yadav1-0-6-1
Holds the length back on top of the stumps. Devdutt Padikkal blocks it off well from the crease to end the over.
Drama first ball! Umesh Yadav swings one into the new batter from a good length and Devdutt Padikkal gets a hit on top of the back leg. Huge appeal for LBW and the Umpire says NO. Gujarat take the review and find a faint edge on the bat on the big screen. The decision stays NOT OUT and Devdutt Padikkal survives.
Devdutt Padikkal walks out to bat.
OUT! CAUGHT! Gujarat and Umesh Yadav strike and it's the dangerous Quinton de Kock walking back to the hut! Hits the length hard on the line of the stumps and gets the ball to move away from the left-hander. Quinton de Kock looks to go for a slog once again but this time gets a top edge high up in the air towards Noor Ahmad at third man who takes a reverse cup to send back Quinton de Kock.
Holds the length back on top of the stumps. Quinton de Kock flicks it straight to mid-wicket from the crease.
SIX! A Six off the second ball of the match, that is Quinton de Kock for you! Umesh Yadav swings one in from the good length and ends on top of the leg stump. Quinton de Kock swings his bat through the line of the ball and launches it long and high over deep square leg boundary.
Swings one in from the length on top of the off stump line. Quinton de Kock is comfortable on the crease and blocks it off well.
We are all set for the start! The Umpires and the Players are walking out to the middle to start the first innings of the match. It is KL Rahul and Quinton de Kock to open the batting for Lucknow. Umesh Yadav has the new ball in hand for Gujarat. Let's Play!
Shubman Gill, the captain of Gujarat says that they would have bowled first anyways. Adds that they played well in the last game but the last few overs didn't go their way. Says that dropped catches are part of the game and they are looking to improve it. Informs they have two changes as Wriddhiman Saha and Azmatullah Omarzai goes out and BR Sharath and Spencer Johnson come in for them.
KL Rahul, the skipper of Lucknow wins the toss and decides to Bat first. Says that it looks like a really good wicket to bat and they have bowled really well while defending and will look to do so again. He further adds that every team in the tournament is top class and it all depends on which team plays better cricket on the given day. When asked about Mayank Yadav, Rahul says that its his first season and he has already gone through a few injuries but the support staff and the group of fast bowlers have been really taking care of this young boy and he is doing well for us.
Impact Players for Gujarat - Abhinav Manohar, Matthew Wade, Kane Williamson, Manav Suthar, Jayant Yadav.
Gujarat (Playing XI) - BR Sharath (WK) (In place of Wriddhiman Saha), Shubman Gill (C), Sai Sudharsan, Vijay Shankar, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Umesh Yadav, Darshan Nalkande, Spencer Johnson (In place of Azmatullah Omarzai), Mohit Sharma.
Impact Players for Lucknow - Arshad Khan, M. Siddharth, Deepak Hooda, Amit Mishra, Yudhvir Singh.
Lucknow (Unchanged Playing XI) - KL Rahul (C/WK), Quinton de Kock, Devdutt Padikkal, Nicholas Pooran, Marcus Stoinis, Ayush Badoni, Krunal Pandya, Ravi Bishnoi, Naveen-ul-Haq, Yash Thakur, Mayank Yadav.
TOSS - Lucknow have won the toss and elected to BAT first.
PITCH REPORT - Mathew Hayden is in the middle and says that the wicket is very hard and dry. He divides the innings in two parts where he says that the fast bowlers with the hard ball can be really effective but it is still going to be a heaven for the batters. He further adds that if the batters bat well the first 6 overs, they can really cash in afterwards.
The clash of both the new teams for the first time this season can bring a lot of excitement and drama for cricket enthusiasts all around the world. Lucknow, led by the dynamic KL Rahul, and Gujarat under a young captain Shubman Gill will be face to face in a while. Stay tuned for Toss and Team updates.
Lucknow, despite a stumble in the tournament opener against Rajasthan, have bounced back impressively with two successive victories. In contrast, Gujarat has experienced a rollercoaster ride, suffering defeats in their first and third matches but bouncing back with wins in their second and fourth outings. Shubman Gill emerges as a key player for Gujarat, having amassed 164 runs in four matches, including a stellar unbeaten knock of 89 runs off just 48 balls in the previous fixture. His recent form with the bat makes him a strong contender for the standout performer of the match. Meanwhile, Lucknow's Mayank Yadav shines as a potential match-winner with the ball, having delivered two consecutive Player of the Match performances in the earlier matches of the tournament. With Gujarat's middle-order batters lacking depth, Mayank aims to exploit this weakness and provide crucial breakthroughs for his team.
The seventeenth edition of the Indian T20 League presents an enticing clash between Lucknow and Gujarat at the Ekana International Cricket Stadium in Lucknow in Match number 21.
... MATCH DAY ...
The Indian T20 League is in full swing and we are awaiting match number 21 of the league stages. The venue is the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow where Lucknow will clash against Gujarat. Both these teams are fairly new to the league but have proved themselves on several occasions. Lucknow had a rocky start to the tournament but has caught up with the other teams by winning two consecutive games. Their NRR is also decent and they currently sit towards the upper half of the points table. They have a very strong batting lineup which might prove to be a threat to the opposition bowlers. In the last game against Bengaluru, Quinton de Kock found his momentum back and scored 81 runs in just 56 deliveries. KL Rahul and Marcus Stoinis gave good support to the others but couldn't take their innings deep. Devdutt Padikkal looked a bit out of shape and he will want to find his form back soon. Nicholas Pooran, the dangerous batter from the West Indies, showcased his impressive range-hitting skills and gave a strong end to the innings. Their bowlers also put up an impressive performance and managed to keep the opponents from reaching the target. Mayank Yadav, the speedster who has impressed a lot of people with his express pace took 3 important wickets. Naveen-ul-Haq struck twice to break partnerships at crucial times while Marcus Stoinis, Yash Thakur, and the impact player M. Siddharth got a wicket each. They have found a good rhythm in this tournament and will want to keep their winning streak going. Gujarat, on the other hand, has had a hot and cold season, they started off with a win then faced a loss, and repeated the same pattern. They have lost their last game against Punjab from a strong position. After Wriddhiman Saha got out early in the innings, Shubman Gill took responsibility upon himself and kept the scoreboard going. He ended up with an unbeaten 89 in just 48 balls. Kane Williamson, Sai Sudharsan, and Rahul Tewatia gave strong support to the innings and they were just a run under the 200-run mark. Their bowlers managed to take wickets but couldn't do so in a timely manner. They allowed the opposition to build some strong partnerships which ended up being the main cause for Gujarat's loss. Noor Ahmad was the pick of the bowlers for his two wickets while the others got one each. Gujarat has reached the finals of this league for the two seasons they completed, they will want to live up to the reputation especially when they have undergone a massive change in leadership. Shubman Gill will have a lot to think about throughout the season but for now, he will want his team to get back to winning ways starting with this game. Which team are you supporting?
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Commentary
Right then, that is it from this one-sided affair where Lucknow get their third win in a row while Gujarat will need to come back stronger in the upcoming games. Next up in the Indian T20 League is a high-voltage clash between Chennai and Kolkata. That match will be played on 8th April, Monday at 7.30 pm IST (2 pm GMT), but as you know, you can always join us early for all the build-up to the game. Until then, cheers and goodbye!
Yash Thakur is the PLAYER OF THE MATCH for his senseational five-wicket haul. He says that he didn't think that he would get five wickets. Adds that Shubman Gill was trying to make room but KL Rahul told him to stick to the plan and it paid off in the end. Says unfortunately Mayank Yadav got injured but the skipper put the faith in him and said it was his time to deliver. Mentions that there is always a fire inside to best a team you haven't beaten before. End up by saying he enjoyed the wicket of Gill the most.
KL Rahul, the victorious skipper of Lucknow reflects on the team's win, downplaying its significance. He highlights the benefit of batting first for their young bowling group to understand the pitch conditions. Rahul acknowledges the team's good record at home, attributing it to the low-scoring nature of the ground and the bowlers' ability to adapt. He praises the bowlers for their growth over the years, emphasizing their understanding of pitch conditions, which he discusses with them both on and off the field.
Gujarat captain Shubman Gill expresses his thoughts on the match, acknowledging the quality of the batting surface while lamenting his team's poor performance with the bat. Despite getting off to a decent start, Gujarat faltered in the middle overs, failing to regain momentum. However, Gill praises his bowlers for restricting the opposition to 163 runs, highlighting their impressive effort on what he believed to be a good batting track. He noted that they had anticipated a higher score from the opposition but were pleased with their bowlers' ability to limit them to a lower total.
Presentation Time...
Krunal Pandya is up for a quick chat. He shares his insights after the match, stating that despite having only two balls to face, he consulted his teammates about the pitch conditions. According to Nicholas Pooran, it was a good wicket, but Pandya felt they fell short by 15-20 runs. He emphasized bowling to the opposition's strengths and weaknesses, preferring to concede runs over mid-wicket rather than through the off-side. Pandya expresses confidence in executing plans and trusting the process. Regarding Mayank Yadav's situation, he briefly interacted with him and believes Yadav is fit to continue in future matches, noting Yadav's good form in the nets and previous seasons before missing due to injury.
Earlier in the game, Lucknow posted a fighting total on a tricky wicket. Marcus Stoinis scored a fine half-century while quick cameos from Ayush Badoni and Nicholas Pooran towards the end helped them get to that score. Umesh Yadav was excellent for Gujarat picking up a couple of wickets in the Powerplay while Darshan Nalkande also got two. Noor Ahmad was pretty economical while Rashid Khan chipped in with one as well. While chasing, the visitors were in the chase till the Powerplay, but an extraordinary collapse cost them the game in the end.
Lucknow, on the other hand will be extremely pleased with their bowling effort. They were a bit expensive in the Powerplay but Yash Thakur provided them with a crucial breakthrough by getting rid of Shubman Gill. It was then followed up by a stunning catch from Ravi Bishnoi on his own bowling to get the wicket of Kane Williamson. After that, they just took control of the game and never allows their opposition to come back. Krunal Pandya was absolutely sensational in the middle overs picking up three wickets and giving away just 11 runs. Yash Thakur then came back and bowled the first double-wicket maiden of this season which only made matters worse for Gujarat. It was once again Yash Thakur who finished the job with a magnificent fifer.
Gujarat got off to a good start in the Powerplay with Sai Sudharsan and skipper Shubman Gill scoring over 50 runs. However, the wicket of the captain on the last ball of the sixth over completely changed the momentum of the game. The visitors went from 54 for none to 61/4 which put them well behind the game. A couple of questions could be asked about the shot selection of the batters as they were not chasing a big target here. They never really recovered from that and failed to build up any significant partnerships losing wickets at regular intervals as well. Rahul Tewatia played a few lusty blows towards the end but that was never going to be enough as they ultimately fell short by 33 runs.
Take a bow, Yash Thakur! He wrapped things up with a scintillating five-wicket haul here. It is the first one of this seas9n and that means that Lucknow has beaten Gujarat for the first time in this competition. They also make it three wins on the trot. It was another brilliant performance from them as they successfully defended a target in three consecutive games. They are looking like a solid unit with all the departments clicking on nicely. Gujarat will be disappointed with this defeat as the target was not a big one but their batters made a mess of this run chase.
OUT! CAUGHT! Yash Thakur gets his first FIVE WICKET HAUL in the Indian T20 League! Drops the ball short at the batter and Noor Ahmad looks to play the pull but gets a top edge straight up in the air. Quinton de Kock takes the catch at mid on and Lucknow win the match by 33 runs.
FOUR! Noor Ahmad gets a boundary off the first ball of his innings! Off cutter from Yash Thakur into the wicket and Noor Ahmad plays an upper cut over the head of KL Rahul and the ball runs away to the fence.
Noor Ahmad is the last man in.
OUT! CAUGHT! Yash Thakur gets his Fourth wicket and sends back Rahul Tewatia back to the hut! Drops the ball short at the batter and Rahul Tewatia pulls it away again but this time straight to Nicholas Pooran at deep square leg who takes an easy catch. Gujarat now 9 down.
SIX! BANG! Rahul Tewatia lines up the leg side and slogs the slower ball from Yash Thakur, pitched up on the off stump, over deep mid-wicket for a brilliant SIX!
Fuller on the pads of Rahul Tewatia who flicks the ball to deep square leg and does not take the single.
Runs Scored 5 Runs
Score after 18 overs : 120/8
R Tewatia24 (22)
S Johnson0 (1)
Naveen4-0-37-1
Pulls away another short ball to deep mid-wicket for a single. Gujarat now need 44 runs in 12 balls.
FOUR! Connects well this time, Rahul Tewatia as Naveen-ul-Haq holds the length back once again and Rahul Tewatia pulls it away to the left of deep mid-wicket for FOUR runs.
Slower ball from a good length outside the line of the off stump. Rahul Tewatia strokes it back to the bowler.
Slower bouncer on top of the stumps. Rahul Tewatia walks into and pulls the ball to fine leg for no run once again.
Another well-directed short ball at the batter. Rahul Tewatia looks to slog it but misses the ball.
Short ball at the batter and Rahul Tewatia pulls it to deep square and denies the single.
Runs Scored 13 Runs
Score after 17 overs : 115/8
S Johnson0 (1)
R Tewatia19 (16)
Y Thakur3-1-20-3
Pitches the ball up on the leg stump line. Spencer Johnson gets a hit on the pads outside the line of leg stump.
Fuller on the leg stump line. Rahul Tewatia walks out and flicks the ball to deep mid-wicket for a single.
WIDE! Too high for the batter this time as Yash Thakur bowls a bouncer. Wide called by the umpire.
Pitches the ball up on the stumps. Rahul Tewatia slaps it straight to mid-wicket off the front foot.
WIDE! Wayward outside the line of the off stump. Wide called by the umpire.
FOUR! Drops it short at the batter and Rahul Tewatia pulls it away to the right of Naveen-ul-Haq at fine leg who fumbles the ball into the boundary.
Holds the length back on the off stump line. Rahul Tewatia taps the ball to covers from the crease and denies the run.
SIX! Length ball from Yash Thakur outside the off stump line and Rahul Tewatia walks around and pulls it away on the bounce over deep square leg for a flat SIX to start the over.