Lucknow Super Giants stumble to a new low with the worst powerplay score of IPL 2025, as Rishabh Pant disappoints again and Punjab Kings’ pace plan with Lockie Ferguson pays off early.
April 1, 2025: Lucknow:
Rishabh Pant’s return to IPL leadership has hit another speed bump. The ₹27 crore LSG skipper fell cheaply once again as Lucknow Super Giants slumped to 39/3 in the powerplay — now the lowest team score in the first six overs this IPL season.
The carnage began early after Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and opted to bowl first. Mitch Marsh departed for a golden duck in the opening over, followed by Aiden Markram’s stumps being dismantled by Lockie Ferguson — the Kiwi speedster brought in specifically to tackle LSG’s batting firepower.
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Pant walked in under pressure and was dismissed for just 3 runs, miscuing a shot to Yuzvendra Chahal off Glenn Maxwell’s bowling. His lean patch continues, drawing concern over his spot in the top order.
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At the 7-over mark, LSG were 49/3 with Nicholas Pooran and Ayush Badoni trying to rebuild the innings. Pooran, targeted by Ferguson due to his previous record against the pacer, managed to survive and counter with a few boundaries.
🔥 Key Highlights:
- 🏏 Pant Out for 3: Yet another failure for LSG captain Rishabh Pant
- 🎯 Lowest Powerplay: LSG’s 39/3 in powerplay is the worst in IPL 2025
- ⚡ Ferguson Strikes Early: Markram clean bowled, Ferguson proves his selection right
- 🧤 Marsh Departs on Duck: LSG in early trouble after losing two key batters inside 4 overs
- 🏟️ PBKS Bowling Dominates: Arshdeep, Maxwell, and Ferguson choke LSG early
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