Mukul Choudhary clinches dramatic last-ball win for LSG at Eden.
Lucknow Super Giants secured a breathtaking three-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens on Thursday, thanks to a career-defining performance by young sensation Mukul Choudhary.Chasing a target of 182, the visitor’s hopes seemed extinguished when they slumped to 128/7.However, Choudhary produced a fearless unbeaten 54 off just 27 deliveries, punctuated by seven towering sixes, to silence the Kolkata crowd and finish the game on the final ball.
Earlier, Kolkata Knight Riders posted a competitive 181/4, riding on a steady 84-run partnership between Ajinkya Rahane and Angkrish Raghuvanshi.Late cameos from Cameron Green and Rovman Powell added 66 runs in the final five overs, providing the hosts with what appeared to be a match-winning total.Eden Gardens, famously known as the 'Mecca of Indian Cricket' for its passionate atmosphere, has witnessed many historic turnarounds, but few matched the sheer audacity of the assault launched by Choudhary in the closing stages.
Lucknow’s chase stuttered after a bright start from Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh.Vaibhav Arora’s double-wicket over removed both openers, triggering a middle-order collapse.When heavy hitters like Rishabh Pant and Nicholas Pooran failed to stay at the crease, Choudhary took charge.
Sensational Death Overs Charge
Needing 30 runs from the final 12 balls, Choudhary targeted Cameron Green and Vaibhav Arora with precision.He utilized an incredible "helicopter" swing to dispatch fuller deliveries over the ropes.With 14 required off the last over, he hammered two crucial sixes.On the final delivery, with one run needed, a frantic scramble for a single ensured the win after KKR missed a direct hit.
Emergence of a New Star
Choudhary, who hails from Rajasthan, showed veteran-like composure under extreme pressure.This victory propels Lucknow Super Giants to fifth in the standings, while Kolkata Knight Riders remain winless after three matches in the 2026 season.
With Agency inputs and Image: ANI
