In the IPL 2026 match between Kolkata and Lucknow, Kolkata won through a Super Over after both teams finished with equal scores. The match remained competitive until its end when both teams achieved identical scores after twenty overs.
Match Ends in a Tie After Regulation Overs
- Kolkata began their innings by scoring 155 runs while losing 7 wickets throughout their 20 overs. Lucknow successfully matched the required target by scoring 155 runs while losing 8 wickets.
- The match advanced to Super Over after both teams reached identical scores.
- Rinku Singh led Kolkata’s innings with a strong knock of 83 runs from 51 balls. Rinku Singh hit seven fours and five sixes during his batting performance. Cameron Green contributed 34 runs through 21 balls after hitting three sixes.
- All other batters failed to establish any batting rhythm throughout the match. Raghuvanshi scored 9 runs, Ramandeep Singh made 6, and Rovman Powell scored 1. Tim Seifert and Anukul Roy were dismissed without scoring.
Lucknow’s Chase and Final Over Drama
- Multiple Lucknow players made contributions during their chase. Rishabh Pant scored 42 runs from 38 balls, with four fours and one six. Markram added 31 runs from 27 balls, while Ayush Badoni made 24 from 19 balls. Shami remained not out on 11.
- Lucknow required seven runs to win the match during their final over when only one ball remained. Shami hit a six, which tied the score and forced a Super Over.
Super Over Decides the Match
- Lucknow opened the Super Over by batting first. The team lost two wickets in the first three balls and scored only one run.
- Kolkata efficiently pursued the required target. Their victory came when they achieved the needed runs on their first Super Over ball.
Key Performers from Both Teams
- Rinku Singh emerged as the match's highest scorer who contributed to Kolkata's overall performance. Cameron Green provided additional scoring throughout his time at the crease.
- For Lucknow, Rishabh Pant, Markram, and Badoni contributed during the chase. Shami played a crucial role at the end by hitting a six on the final ball to tie the match.
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