PBKS Defeats LSG, Boosts IPL 2025 Playoff Hopes

Punjab Kings (PBKS) secured a 37-run victory over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in match 54 of IPL 2025 at Dharamsala, thanks to Prabhsimran Singh's 95 and Shreyas Iyer's 45, setting a total of 236/5. PBKS's bowlers, including Arshdeep Singh (three wickets) and Azmatullah Omarzai (two wickets), limited LSG to 199/7 despite a 74-run effort by Ayush Badoni. The win moves PBKS to fourth place in the standings and strengthens their playoff ambitions. Shreyas Iyer's recent transfer from KKR and his leadership have been pivotal for PBKS, complemented by strong performances from Yuzvendra Chahal. LSG remains mid-table, struggling with form, particularly from Rishabh Pant, and must address batting challenges to remain in playoff contention. The result marks PBKS's second victory over LSG this season.