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IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans Beat Lucknow Super Giants by 7 Wickets as Gill, Buttler and Prasidh Shine

GT vs LSG IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans beat Lucknow Super Giants by 7 wickets in Lucknow. Gill and Buttler score fifties, Prasidh Krishna takes 4 wickets.

Gujarat Titans defeated Lucknow Super Giants by 7 wickets in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 match in Lucknow on Sunday, with standout performances from Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler, and Prasidh Krishna.

Chasing a target of 165 runs, Gujarat Titans comfortably reached 165/3 with 8 balls to spare, sealing a convincing victory.

Prasidh Krishna’s 4-Wicket Spell Restricts LSG

Earlier, Prasidh Krishna delivered an outstanding bowling performance, taking 4 wickets for 24 runs, as LSG were restricted to 164/8 in 20 overs.

Key LSG Batting Performances

  • Aiden Markram – 30 (21 balls)
  • Nicholas Pooran – 19 (21 balls)
  • Abdul Samad – 18 (22 balls)
  • George Linde – 16 (10 balls)

Other contributions:

  • Mitchell Marsh – 11
  • Rishabh Pant – 18
  • Ayush Badoni – 9

Additional wickets were taken by:

  • Ashok Sharma (2/32)
  • Mohammed Siraj (1/19)
  • Kagiso Rabada (1/54)

Gill and Buttler Power GT Chase with Half-Centuries

In response, Gujarat Titans got off to a strong start with Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan adding 45 runs in 31 balls.

After Sudharsan’s dismissal, Gill and Jos Buttler dominated the innings.

Key Highlights of GT Batting

  • Shubman Gill – 56 (40 balls), 6 fours, 1 six
  • Jos Buttler – 60 runs, match-winning knock
  • Partnership: 85 runs for 2nd wicket (58 balls)

Buttler survived an early chance after being dropped by Rishabh Pant, which proved costly for LSG.

Late Finish by Sundar and Tewatia

After the dismissals of Gill and Buttler:

  • Washington Sundar – 21 (not out)*
  • Rahul Tewatia – 10 (not out)*

The duo ensured Gujarat Titans chased down the target with ease.

GT vs LSG IPL 2026: Match Summary

  • Match: Gujarat Titans vs Lucknow Super Giants
  • Venue: Lucknow
  • Date: April 12, 2026
  • LSG Score: 164/8
  • GT Score: 165/3
  • Result: Gujarat Titans won by 7 wickets

Gujarat Titans Continue Winning Momentum

The GT vs LSG IPL 2026 match in Lucknow showcased a complete team performance by Gujarat Titans, with strong bowling and clinical batting.

With this win, Gujarat Titans strengthened their position in the tournament, while Lucknow Super Giants will look to bounce back in upcoming matches.


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