In a high-scoring thriller at Eden Gardens, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) edged past Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by three wickets in Match 15 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. Chasing a competitive target of 182, LSG held their nerve in a tense final over, thanks to a sensational knock from Mukul Choudhary, who turned the game on its head with a fearless display of power-hitting.
KKR post competitive 181 with strong middle-order contributions
After being put in to bat, KKR got off to a steady start, led by skipper Ajinkya Rahane. The experienced batter looked in fine touch, scoring 41 off just 24 deliveries, peppered with elegant boundaries and two sixes. However, Finn Allen’s early dismissal meant KKR couldn’t fully capitalize on the powerplay.
Young Angkrish Raghuvanshi continued to impress with a composed 45 off 33 balls, anchoring the innings through the middle overs. Cameron Green provided solid support with a fluent 32, while Rinku Singh had a rare off day with the bat.
The momentum shifted dramatically in the death overs as Rovman Powell unleashed his power game. His explosive 39 off 24 balls, including four boundaries and two towering sixes, propelled KKR to a strong total of 181/4 in their 20 overs.
For LSG, the bowling effort was disciplined but lacked breakthroughs at crucial moments. Digvesh Rathi was the most economical, conceding just 25 runs, while Prince Yadav, M. Siddharth, and Avesh Khan picked up one wicket each. Mohammad Shami, despite bowling tightly, went wicketless.
Mukul Choudhary’s heroics seal dramatic win for LSG
In response, LSG’s chase got off to a shaky start as they lost early wickets. Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markram showed brief intent but couldn’t convert their starts into substantial scores. The pressure mounted further when captain Rishabh Pant departed cheaply, leaving LSG in a tricky position.
Ayush Badoni then stepped up with a crucial innings, scoring a well-crafted 54 off 34 balls. His knock kept LSG in the hunt, but wickets continued to fall at regular intervals, including Nicholas Pooran and Abdul Samad, putting the chase in jeopardy.
Just when the game seemed to be slipping away, Choudhary produced a stunning counterattack. Playing a fearless brand of cricket, he smashed 54 runs off just 27 deliveries, including seven massive sixes that swung the momentum decisively in LSG’s favor. With the equation tight in the final over, Choudhary held his composure and ensured LSG crossed the finish line, ending at 182/7 in 20 overs.
KKR bowlers put up a spirited fight, with Vaibhav Arora and Anukul Roy picking up two wickets each. Sunil Narine was exceptional with his control, conceding just 13 runs in four overs while taking a wicket. However, the lack of containment in the death overs proved costly, especially against Choudhary’s onslaught.
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Here’s how fans reacted:
Oh My God, Mukul Chaudhary. Wow.
And I remember Vivek Yadav seeing the kids from Aravali Cricket Academy shining bright. Thank You, Vivek. #KKRvLSG
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) April 9, 2026
ABSOLUTE CINEMA 🥶
MUKUL CHOUDHARY HAS ARRIVED, THE HYPE IS REAL, CREDIT TO LUCKNOW FOR BACKING YOUNG TALENTS.pic.twitter.com/eKFT0kmdxp
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) April 9, 2026
Another last ball thriller⚡
– What a finish from Mukul Choudhary 🌟#Cricket #KKRvsLSG #LucknowSuperGiants #ipl2026 #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/H5aQNMe4LD
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) April 9, 2026
Mukul Choudhary won the match almost single-handedly alongside the tailenders when LSG needed 50+ runs
What a clutch performance#KKRvsLSG #MukulChoudhary pic.twitter.com/mdgP0mNbTs
— MK Sharma ✍️ (@EmediaManoj) April 9, 2026
Mukul CHOUDHARY sixes ✍🏻✍🏻#KKRvsLSG pic.twitter.com/crOVbjlF1l
— Raja Babu (@GaurangBhardwa1) April 9, 2026
Goenka saab is watching Mukul Choudhary pull off a miracle for LSG out of nowhere from the stands
Yahi Hai Mera Sachcha Bachcha 🤣🤣#KKRvsLSG #SanjivGoenka #MukulChoudhary #RishabhPant pic.twitter.com/v2lQA92Exi
— MK Sharma ✍️ (@EmediaManoj) April 9, 2026
Mukul Choudhary has more potential than fraud Rishabh Pant in this format. Just imagine due to pant, how many deserving players are not getting the chance to play.💔 pic.twitter.com/ERr15LbfGU
— Sujeet Suman (@sujeetsuman1991) April 9, 2026
THE GREATEST HEIST OF IPL 2026 BY MUKUL CHOUDHARY! 💎
Everyone thought it was over.
The Hotstar viewership crashed because the hope was gone. 📉
But Mukul Choudhary had other plans. 🏏
54 Runs
27 Balls
100% Miracle
He didn’t just play; he snatched victory from the jaws of defeat… pic.twitter.com/kkCnzVbdKi— Cricket Central (@CricketCentrl) April 9, 2026
Lucknow Supergiants bought Mukul Choudhary for just 2.6cr.
Tonight he single-handedly won the game for LSG in the final overs!
A HERO IS BORN AT THE EDEN GARDENS. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/0JuQuPfC12
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) April 9, 2026
Mukul Choudhary won LSG the game from this situation. #KKRvsLSG pic.twitter.com/3y0jxpwuvE
— Pawan Gurjar (@Pawangurjar_inc) April 9, 2026
Take a bow 🙇♂️ Mukul Choudhary
Six …. Six … Game over from position where LSG was having only 3% chance of winning pic.twitter.com/dEdeSlXMU6
— CA Anurag (@CAAnurag_) April 9, 2026
Really impressive knock💯
Delivered under the pressure with wickets falling❤️🔥🔥Take a bow Mukul Choudhary💥🔥#KKRvsLSG pic.twitter.com/s4bZTz6PQ1
— Downie (@downey_ak07) April 9, 2026
MUKUL CHOUDHARY…. YOU ABSOLUTE FREAK MAN.
– 54* (26) with some unbelievable wrist work, those wrists are made of steels. Take a bow, Mukul. 🫡 pic.twitter.com/8OJWFp2Vzt
— Sir Shah Analyst (@SirShahAnalyst) April 9, 2026
Well Played Boy Mukul Choudhary🔥👌👌
Respect Earn 👏👏#IPL2026 #KKRvsLSG pic.twitter.com/nYq4acCmf0— shelby (@Shelby07777) April 9, 2026
Mukul Choudhary, who was boughtvat Rs 2.6 crores, made more valuable contribution to his side in just one match what Rs 25.20 Cr Cameroon Green could do in 4 matches for KKR
— Brutal Truth (@sarkarstix) April 9, 2026
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