Key Highlights:
The RR vs LSG contest on April 19, 2025, delivered one of IPL 2025’s most dramatic finishes as Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) edged past Rajasthan Royals (RR) by just 2 runs at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. With 181 to chase, RR looked in control until Avesh Khan turned the match with a stunning three-wicket spell in the death overs.
LSG Set Competitive Target Through Markram and Badoni
Batting first, LSG posted a challenging 180/5:
- Aiden Markram – 66 (45)
- Ayush Badoni – 50 (34)
- Abdul Samad – 30* (10)
- Rajasthan’s bowlers kept things tight early, but a late assault pushed LSG to a par score.
RR Start Strong but Collapse Under Pressure
RR’s response was led by:
- Yashasvi Jaiswal – 74 (52)
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi – 34 (20)
- Riyan Parag – 39 (26)
At 156/2 in the 17th over, the Royals were favourites, but then the match flipped — thanks to Avesh Khan.
Avesh Khan’s Game-Turning Spell
The turning point of the RR vs LSG clash came in the 18th and 20th overs:
- 17.1 – Jaiswal bowled by a full, fast yorker (156/3)
- 17.2 – Parag trapped LBW, reviewed unsuccessfully (161/4)
- 19.3 – Hetmyer clean bowled, sealing Avesh’s third scalp (175/5)
He delivered with clinical precision under pressure, finishing with:
- Overs: 4
- Runs: 28
- Wickets: 3
- Match Impact: Decisive final-over defence
Final Scorecard Summary
Lucknow Super Giants – 180/5 (20 overs)
Rajasthan Royals – 178/5 (20 overs)
Result: LSG won by 2 runs
Expert Reactions and Social Buzz
- Kevin Pietersen: “That’s death bowling at its finest from Avesh.”
- Murali Karthik: “RR had it in their hands. Avesh snatched it away.”
- Trending Hashtags: #RRvsLSG #AveshKhan #IPLThriller
What This Means for RR and LSG
- RR: A crushing loss, despite controlling most of the match. Needs tighter death batting.
- LSG: Boosts playoff hopes with 2 valuable points and strong NRR boost.
- Avesh Khan: Reaffirms himself as one of IPL 2025’s best death-over specialists.
RR vs LSG Ends in a Heart-Stopping Finale
The RR vs LSG encounter will be remembered for its stunning turnaround. Rajasthan Royals, cruising with composure, were ambushed by Avesh Khan’s fiery yorkers. His three wickets — Jaiswal, Parag, and Hetmyer — proved decisive. With just 2 runs separating the sides, IPL 2025 got one of its most electric finishes.
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