Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) clinched their maiden home victory in the ongoing IPL 2026 season, defeating Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in an amazing encounter, on Thursday, May 8 at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow.
First home win for LSG in IPL 2026
RCB won the toss and elected to bowl first against the hosts. However the decision seemed to backfire, as LSG batters posted a target of 209, powered by Mitchell Marsh's 111. In the second innings, Prince Yadav's blistering 3/33 led Rishabh Pant's side to secure a win over Rajat Patidar-led side in a 19 overs per side game.
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Following the game, Rishabh Pant was very happy with the result as the middle order lived up to the expectation with a very brave effort from the bowling unit, which led to a perfect game as LSG secured their first win at their home venue.
“It was a good game for us and it means a lot for the whole team. We have been trying lot of things. Coming to the same page means a lot for us," Rishabh.
Speaking further, the LSG skipper admitted it was a tough season for the franchise but the players did their job, as they were looking for a perfect game where every department gives their hundred per cent and contributes to the team's win.
“It’s been a tough season but sometimes you have to go through the grind. Definitely we were trying to put together a perfect game where batting and bowling comes together," added Rishabh Pant.
For LSG, the bowling department has been consistently performing and turned out to be the side's only hope in a disastrous season, as Pant appreciated his bowlers for giving their top performance throughout the campaign.
“Our strength this season has been bowling, the way all the bowlers have put their heart out, especially Prince, Shami bhai, Rathi, Avesh, Mayank all the bowlers. There has been some good things as a bowling unit, and looking forward to that," Pant added.
Next game for LSG
After the win against the defending champions, LSG will gear up to lock horns against Chennai Super Kings in their upcoming game in IPL 2026. The game will be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday, May 10.