KKR vs LSG IPL 2026 Highlights: Lucknow Super Giants Win Last-Ball Thriller at Eden Gardens

The magic of the Eden Gardens never disappoints—and this KKR vs LSG clash in IPL 2026 was yet another reminder of why we love this game. A packed stadium, roaring fans and a match that went down to the very last ball of the 20th over—this was cricket at its absolute best.

In a game where momentum swung like a pendulum, it was the Lucknow Super Giants who held their nerve and edged past Kolkata Knight Riders in a nail-biting finish.

Match Overview

KKR: 181/4 (20 overs)
LSG: 182/7 (20 overs)
Result: LSG won by 3 wickets (last ball thriller)

First Innings: KKR Post a Competitive Total (181/4)

Batting first, KKR had a shaky start as Finn Allen fell early, putting pressure on the top order. But what followed was a composed and classy partnership that brought the innings back on track.

Rahane & Raghuvanshi Steady the Ship

Ajinkya Rahane played a captain’s knock:
- 41 runs (24 balls)
- 4 fours, 2 sixes
- Controlled aggression with elegant stroke play
Angkrish Raghuvanshi complemented him perfectly:
- 45 runs (33 balls)
- 5 fours, 2 sixes
- Showed maturity beyond his years

Together, they built a solid foundation, but the scoring rate dipped slightly during the middle overs.

Late Surge by Green & Powell

KKR needed a strong finish—and they got it.

Cameron Green:
- 32 runs (24 balls)
- 3 fours, 1 six
- Anchored the latter part
Rovman Powell:
- 39 runs (24 balls)
- 4 fours, 2 sixes
- Explosive hitting in the death overs

Thanks to this late acceleration, KKR reached a competitive total of 181/4, which looked slightly above par on this surface.

Second Innings: LSG Pull Off a Last-Ball Heist (182/7)

Chasing 182 at Eden Gardens is never easy—especially under pressure. And things got even tougher for LSG early on.

Vaibhav Arora’s Game-Changing Over

KKR struck early, and Vaibhav Arora turned the game on its head:

Dismissed Mitchell Marsh
Removed Aiden Markram

Two key wickets in a single over left LSG struggling and put KKR firmly in control.

Ayush Badoni Keeps LSG Alive

Just when things looked bleak, Ayush Badoni stepped up with a gem of an innings:

54 runs (34 balls)
7 fours, 2 sixes
Played with composure and intent

He rebuilt the innings and ensured LSG stayed in the hunt.

Mukul Choudhary’s Power-Hitting Masterclass

With the equation getting tighter and pressure mounting, Mukul Choudhary delivered one of the most thrilling knocks of IPL 2026:

54 runs (27 balls)
2 fours, 7 massive sixes

His fearless hitting turned the game around completely. Every six brought LSG closer, and the match went down to the final over.

The Final Over Drama

With runs needed off the last over, tension was sky-high:

Every ball mattered
Every run was cheered like a victory
KKR still had a chance… until the very last ball

And then—it happened.

LSG crossed the finish line on the final delivery, sealing a dramatic win and leaving the Eden Gardens crowd stunned.

Conclusion: A Game to Remember

This KKR vs LSG clash wasn’t just a match—it was an emotional rollercoaster.

KKR showed resilience with the bat and early dominance with the ball
LSG fought back with grit, composure, and fearless hitting
The match showcased everything: partnerships, collapses, comebacks, and a breathtaking finish

In the end, it was LSG’s calmness under pressure that made the difference.

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