In a high-octane encounter between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Nicholas Pooran showcased his prowess both with the bat and his composure under pressure. The West Indies southpaw delivered a fitting response to Mohammed Siraj's sledging by launching a blistering counter-attack, turning the tide in LSG's favor.
The incident unfolded during the 16th over of LSG's innings. After Mitchell Marsh struck a boundary and rotated the strike, Siraj directed a short delivery at Pooran, which was deemed a wide by the umpire. Visibly agitated, Siraj continued with aggressive deliveries and verbal exchanges. Remaining unflustered, Pooran allowed his bat to do the talking. He dispatched the subsequent deliveries for a towering six and a crisp four, leaving Siraj and the GT camp stunned.
Siraj's over proved costly, conceding 20 runs, and culminating in figures of 0/37 from his allotted overs. Pooran's onslaught not only shifted the momentum but also marked his fifth half-century of the season, underscoring his consistent form in IPL 2025.
While LSG's playoff aspirations had already been dashed, the team's spirited performance, highlighted by Marsh's maiden IPL century and Pooran's explosive batting, served as a testament to their resilience and determination to finish the season on a high note.
Gujarat Titans will be taking on Lucknow Super Giants at Narendra Modi Stadium
The Gujarat Titans will take on the Lucknow Super Giants in the 64th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on May 22, 2025, at the 7:30 PM IST. This match promises to be an exciting encounter between two teams with different fortunes in the tournament.
Gujarat Titans are in excellent form, with nine wins this season, the most by any team. They recently stunned Delhi Capitals by chasing down a target of 200 runs without losing a single wicket, marking their third consecutive victory. Sai Sudharsan is in top form, topping the Orange Cap chart with 617 runs in 12 games. Shubman Gill is another reliable batter, and his performance will be crucial in this match.
Lucknow Super Giants, on the other hand, are on a four-match losing streak and are lacking consistency. They have struggled to find their footing in the tournament, and their recent performances have been disappointing. Despite this, they have the firepower to upset the hosts, and their explosive batting can't be underestimated.
