Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) were eliminated from the race for the IPL 2025 playoffs after they lost to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the 61st match of the tournament. LSG batter Nicholas Pooran was furious with his dismissal in the match, which his team lost by 6 wickets in Lucknow.
After winning the toss, SRH captain Pat Cummins decided to bowl first. Mitchell Marsh struck 65 in 39 balls and Aiden Markram made 61 in 38 balls as the LSG openers amassed 115 runs in 10.3 overs. With 45 runs, Nicholas Pooran was the next highest scorer as LSG reached 205/7 in 20 overs.
In response, SRH opener Abhishek Sharma paved the way with a blistering 59 in 20 balls with 6 sixes and 4 fours. Heinrich Klaasen (47), Ishan Kishan (35,) and Kamindu Mendis (32) led the SRH to a 6-wicket win.
Lucknow Super Giants star batter Nicholas Pooran was visibly furious after his run-out during the match.
Pooran scored a quick 45 off 26 balls, but the innings changed course when he was dismissed in the last over. Pooran attempted to sneak a bye, but ended up slipping while trying to score a second run earlier in the over. SRH keeper Ishan Kishan scored a direct hit, leading to Pooran being run out.
Pooran's response was emotional and quick. After Abdul Samad, LSG's final hope, was sent off on the penultimate ball, he was spotted tossing his kit in fury back in the changing room. Cameras captured Pooran making passionate gestures and expressing his rage, while captain Rishabh Pant watched the interaction.
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