Tue Apr 22 15:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Lucknow Super Giants Post 159/6 Against Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025 Thriller
**Lucknow, India** – In a thrilling encounter at the Ekana Stadium, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) managed to post a challenging 159/6 against the Delhi Capitals (DC) in their IPL 2025 clash. Aden Markram top-scored for LSG with a 52-run knock, while Mitchell Marsh contributed 45 runs. Ayush Badoni provided a late flourish, smashing 36 runs off just 21 balls. Mukesh Kumar was the pick of the bowlers for DC, taking 4 wickets for 33 runs.
Markram’s innings was highlighted by a six followed immediately by a clean bowled dismissal off the bowling of Karun Nair, who earlier hit a six off Markram. The LSG captain, Rishabh Pant, raised eyebrows by not batting himself and instead sending in Abdul Samad as an impact player. Pant’s decision to not bat, despite the team’s faltering momentum in the closing overs, came under scrutiny.
Delhi Capitals got off to a brisk start, scoring 15 runs in the first over, but the early wicket of Karun Nair, who was clean bowled by Markram, slowed their progress. They ended the powerplay at 38/1 after 4 overs.
The match promises to be a close contest, with DC needing 160 runs for victory. The late hitting of Badoni proved crucial in LSG’s ability to reach a somewhat respectable total after a mid-innings slump. The game saw several impactful moments, including a dropped catch of Markram, and the late introduction of impact players by both sides. The focus will be on DC’s chase and whether they can overcome LSG’s total. KL Rahul, playing against his former team, will also be a key player to watch for DC.
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