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Aiden Markram’s Fiery Fifty Ends with Stunning Stubbs Catch – LSG vs DC Match 40 Update
Lucknow, April 22 (Hindustan Herald):
Aiden Markram delivered a commanding half-century at the top of the order for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), scoring 52 off just 33 balls, but was dismissed on the final delivery of the 10th over, handing Delhi Capitals (DC) their first breakthrough in Match 40 of IPL 2025.
How the Wicket Fell: Markram’s Risky Launch Backfires
- Over: 9.6
- Bowler: Dushmantha Chameera
- Score at Fall of Wicket: 87/1
Markram backed away to leg side, attempting to launch Chameera’s full-length delivery over the cover boundary, which stretched to 72 metres tonight. The risk didn’t pay off as Tristan Stubbs held a sharp catch in the deep, sending the well-set batter back to the pavilion.
Markram’s Knock at a Glance
- Runs: 52
- Balls: 33
- Fours: 2
- Sixes: 3
- Strike Rate: 157.57
- Partnership: 87-run stand for the 1st wicket
His knock gave LSG the ideal platform, mixing calculated aggression with smart strike rotation. His departure, however, came at a moment where the side was ready to accelerate toward a 180+ total.
Impact of the Wicket on LSG’s Innings
Markram’s dismissal puts pressure on the incoming batters, with the bigger boundary on the off-side now proving a strategic advantage for DC’s spinners and slower bowlers. Delhi will look to apply the brakes through Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel in the next few overs.
Aiden Markram in IPL 2025 So Far
- Matches: 9
- Runs: 297
- Average: 37.12
- 50s: 3
- Role: Powerplay aggressor and sheet anchor
His consistency has been vital for LSG’s top-order stability, and today’s effort further cements his importance in their playoff push.
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