Mukul Choudhary's Thrilling Performance Lands Lucknow Super Giants Victory in IPL
In IPL 2026, young batsman Mukul Choudhary delivered an unforgettable performance with seven sixes in a single over for Lucknow Super Giants, securing victory against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens. His crucial batting turned the tables and highlighted his immense talent.
Highlights
- •Mukul Choudhary hit 7 sixes in his 27-ball innings to clinch the match
- •Kolkata Knight Riders set a challenging target of 181 runs but couldn't overcome their batting issues
- •Lucknow Super Giants lost half of their team by the time they reached 104, leading to a tense final stretch
- •Mukul Choudhary secured a vital 54 not out, ensuring Lucknow's victory with a miraculous last ball hit
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) faced a formidable challenge against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2026, and on April 15 at Eden Gardens, it seemed that despite a strong start by KKR, LSG clinched an unexpected victory. Captain Rishabh Pant's decision to bowl first after winning the toss initially looked promising for KKR. However, young sensation Mukul Choudhary delivered a memorable performance, hitting seven towering sixes in his 27-ball innings, securing the match with 3 wickets remaining.
Mukul's Powerful Knock
Mukul Choudhary's 54 not out off just 27 balls included two fours and a thrilling sequence of seven sixes. His remarkable innings turned the tide in Lucknow Super Giants' favor, playing an instrumental role in LSG's historic victory. The impact of Mukul's hitting prowess is best exemplified by his relentless drive during the final over, which was decisive in securing their 182-run target.
Young Angkrish Raghuvanshi provided a solid foundation for KKR with a blazing 45-run knock, ably supported by captain Ajinkya Rahane's solid 41. Cameron Green contributed a strong 32 while Rovman Powell was unbeaten on 39, helping to set the formidable target of 181 runs in 20 overs for LSG.
The Struggling Start from LSG
Chasing 181, Lucknow began their innings with a disappointing start. The team lost half its batting lineup for only 104 runs by the time they had reached 128 and faced seven wickets down. Key performances from Vaibhav Arora and Anukul Roy's vital four-wicket hauls, effectively dismantling LSG's top order, kept KKR in the hunt.
Prince Yadav and M. Siddharth each took crucial wickets to keep the run rate under control, while Digvesh Rathi and Avesh Khan further supported with successful dismissals. However, it was Mukul Chatoudary who emerged as the savior for LSG, playing an unbeaten 54 in just 27 deliveries.
Strong partnerships from Ayush Badoni's aggressive knock of 54 runs strengthened Lucknow's chances, but it ultimately Mukul Choudhary who secured the match with a powerful final ball delivery. Despite key wickets by Sunil Narine, Kartik Tyagi, and Cameron Green for KKR, Mukul's determination proved unyielding.
