IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant's misery deepens as LSG suffer shocking 40-run defeat to RR
Lucknow Super Giants suffered a shocking 40-run defeat to Rajasthan Royals after collapsing to 119 while chasing 160. Despite a strong bowling effort led by Mohammed Shami, LSG failed to handle pressure with poor shot selection. Mitchell Marsh’s 55 went in vain as wickets fell rapidly, triggered by Rishabh Pant’s dismissal.
Rajasthan’s Ravindra Jadeja (43*) and Jofra Archer (3/20) played key roles in a clinical all-round win.
NEW DELHI: Lucknow Super Giants’ batting collapsed in shocking fashion as they lost to Rajasthan Royals by 40 runs in an IPL match on Wednesday. Chasing 160, LSG were bowled out for 119 in 18 overs after failing to handle pressure and throwing away their wickets with poor shot selection. The defeat came despite a strong bowling effort earlier in the game.
Shami sets it up, LSG mess it up Mohammed Shami led Rajasthan’s bowling effort with class and control, while Mohsin Khan and Prince Yadav chipped in with key wickets to restrict RR to 159/6. Shami (2/30) and Mohsin (2/17) removed top batters at crucial stages, including back-to-back strikes that broke Rajasthan’s top order. — LucknowIPL (@LucknowIPL) Prince Yadav also impressed with disciplined bowling and two wickets, while Mayank Yadav had a tough return, going wicketless.
Rajasthan’s innings was rescued by Ravindra Jadeja, who played a calm unbeaten 43 off 29 balls. He ensured his team reached a fighting total despite early collapses, later adding value with the ball as well. LSG collapse after Pant’s poor shot LSG’s chase never really took off.