PBKS vs LSG Highlights, IPL 2026: Punjab Kings annihilate LSG; win by 54 runs

Punjab Kings’ explosive new batting pairing of Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly has already forced its way into rare statistical company, producing a partnership that now stands second only to the legendary Virat Kohli–AB de Villiers stand in IPL history for both dominance and scoring rate.

On Sunday in Mullanpur, Arya and Connolly tore apart the Lucknow Super Giants attack with a jaw-dropping 182-run partnership off just 80 balls, at a staggering run rate of 13.65. It is now the second-highest run-rate for a 100-plus stand in Punjab Kings’ IPL history, only behind David Miller and R Sathish’s 2013 burst.

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer was all smiles when he came for the post-match presentation after his side registered a big 54-run win over Lucknow Super Giants in Mullanpur on Sunday. With this win, Punjab Kings jumped to the top of the table with 5 wins in 6 matches, 11 points, and a net run rate of +1.420.

After the massive victory, Iyer revealed that a light-hearted six-hitting contest inside the dressing room has been the reason behind Punjab Kings' batting blitz.

Devastating batters Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly made a mockery of the Lucknow Super Giants bowlers and powered their team to a mammoth 254/7 in 20 overs.

Star young batter Priyansh Arya seems to love clearing the ropes - and he does it against any bowling attack. During the IPL 2026 clash against Lucknow Super Giants, Arya unleashed brutal hitting, smashing 93 off just 37 balls to power Punjab Kings to a mammoth 254/7. He was well supported by fellow left-hander Cooper Connolly, who struck 87 off 46 deliveries.

At a packed Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, PBKS defended their season-high total of 254/7 by restricting LSG to 200/5. With this win, the in-form Punjab Kings extended their strong run to stay at the top of the points table, while LSG slumped to their third straight defeat and dropped to eighth place.

Arya, who hammered four boundaries and nine sixes, tore into the LSG bowlers from the outset and raced to his fifty in just 19 deliveries with relentless strokeplay.

IPL Live Score: Marco Jansen finishes it as Markram falls

Marco Jansen delivered the decisive blows at the death as Punjab Kings tightened their grip on a high-pressure finish, removing Aiden Markram at a crucial moment.

Markram, who had kept LSG’s hopes alive with a strong 42 off 22, mistimed a flat hit straight to Marcus Stoinis at long-on. That wicket effectively broke the chase, coming just after he had struck a boundary off a thick outside edge.

Earlier in the over, LSG were also handed a lifeline when Mukul Choudhary was dropped by Prabhsimran Singh, continuing a sloppy fielding phase from PBKS. But Jansen quickly made amends, maintaining pressure with his hard lengths and angle across the right-handers.

With wickets falling at the wrong time and the required rate already out of reach, LSG’s chase fell apart in the final moments.

LSG 200/5 after 20 overs

PBKS vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Markram leads late charge

Aiden Markram kept Lucknow Super Giants alive with a strong late assault in the 19th over, putting pressure back on Punjab Kings in a tense finish.

Xavier Bartlett struggled with his lengths under pressure, offering back-to-back full tosses that Markram punished for boundaries through the off-side and straight down the ground. Mukul Choudhary also joined in, picking up runs with a mix of smart placement and a lucky edge over the infield.

Punjab Kings did get a couple of chances, including a dropped catch by Shashank Singh, which added to their frustration in the field. Despite that, Bartlett managed to keep the over to 13 runs, but the damage was already done in terms of momentum.

With one over remaining, the chase is still mathematically alive, but PBKS remain firm favourites.

LSG 192/4 after 19 overs

IPL Live Score: Shashank drops crucial chance

A costly over for Punjab Kings as Markram and Mukul Choudhary capitalised on a rare lapse in the field to keep Lucknow Super Giants in the hunt.

The turning point came when Shashank Singh put down a straightforward catch off Aiden Markram. The batter had already launched one six earlier in the over, and that drop added extra pressure on PBKS, with the dugout visibly frustrated.

Markram made the most of the reprieve, clearing the boundary again with a lofted shot down the ground. Mukul Choudhary also chipped in with a four and rotated strike smartly to keep the scoreboard moving.

LSG 179/4 after 18 overs

LSG vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026:LSG lose momentum

Vijaykumar Vyshak started the over with control but ended up leaking momentum as LSG found a few crucial blows to stay in the chase.

Aiden Markram rotated strike early, but the real damage came from Mukul Choudhary, who produced a standout six with a helicopter-style finish over long-on. That shot lifted the pressure and gave LSG a brief spark in an otherwise tight phase.

Vyshak did manage a wicketless over, but a no-ball for overstepping on a short-pitched delivery added frustration for Punjab Kings, especially after he had already mixed his pace well.

Despite the boundary, Punjab still hold control, but LSG are refusing to go away quietly.

LSG 167/4 after 17 overs

PBKS vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: LSG briefly fight back

Aiden Markram brought some life back into the chase with a powerful counterattack in the 16th over, taking Xavier Bartlett apart with two big sixes. One was a clean hit into the cow corner stands, while the other came off a slower ball that he still managed to muscle over deep mid-wicket.

Bartlett tried mixing his lengths with yorkers and slower deliveries, but Markram read the variations well and punished anything in his arc. Mukul Choudhary supported with singles at the other end to keep the strike rotating.

Despite the late surge, LSG still have a mountain to climb after losing key wickets in the middle overs.

LSG 158/4 after 16 overs

IPL Live Score: Nicholas Pooran falls

Lucknow Super Giants slipped further as Nicholas Pooran’s poor run of form continued, falling cheaply once again. Marco Jansen used the knuckle ball cleverly, forcing Pooran into an early shot that went straight to Shreyas Iyer at long-on.

Aiden Markram tried to keep things moving with a couple of singles, but the pressure kept building with every dot ball and wicket.

LSG’s chase is now wobbling badly as Punjab Kings tighten their grip in the middle overs, cutting off boundaries and striking at key moments.

LSG 142/4 after 15 overs

LSG vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: Yuzvendra Chahal keeps it tight as LSG struggle to accelerate

A quiet over for Lucknow Super Giants as Yuzvendra Chahal continues to control the middle phase with accuracy and variation. Only five runs came from the over, slowing down the chase further after Pant’s dismissal.

Nicholas Pooran and Aiden Markram found it hard to break free, with Chahal consistently hitting the right lengths and forcing defensive shots. Pooran did survive a big moment when a top edge off a slog sweep was dropped at deep square leg, giving LSG a brief lifeline.

Markram rotated strike but couldn’t find any real momentum, while Chahal’s googlies and full deliveries kept both batters guessing.

Punjab Kings continue to tighten their grip as LSG’s required rate keeps climbing.

LSG 138/3 after 14 overs

IPL Live Score: Arshdeep Singh removes Rishabh Pant as LSG lose key momentum again

Big breakthrough for Punjab Kings as Arshdeep Singh strikes just when Rishabh Pant was looking dangerous. The LSG captain, who had struck four sixes in his 43 off 23, tried to manufacture a run but ended up edging a wide yorker to the keeper.

Pant’s dismissal came after a promising start to the over where he and Nicholas Pooran were trying to rebuild after Marsh’s wicket. Pooran also chipped in with a couple of runs and a sharp boundary over the keeper.

Arshdeep’s execution under pressure proved decisive, breaking LSG’s momentum at a crucial stage of the chase. Aiden Markram joined Pooran at the crease as LSG looked to steady again.

LSG 133/3 after 13 overs

PBKS vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant counterattacks but Mitchell Marsh falls at crucial moment

A big moment in the chase as Mitchell Marsh departs right after the break, giving Punjab Kings a key breakthrough. Trying to take on Yuzvendra Chahal, Marsh holes out for 40, ending a steady stand.

Rishabh Pant responds immediately with back-to-back sixes, showing intent to keep LSG in the game. Nicholas Pooran survives a close LBW call as PBKS lose a review.

Momentum swings, but pressure still on LSG.

LSG 123/2 after 12 overs

LSG vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: PBKS tighten grip after strong start

This was a crucial over for Punjab Kings and Vijaykumar Vyshak delivered under pressure. Despite conceding a boundary early, he bounced back brilliantly to keep things tight and deny Lucknow Super Giants any momentum.

Rishabh Pant began the over with a much-needed four, generating power off a slower delivery to find the fence. It looked like he might shift gears, but Vyshak quickly adjusted. Mixing pace cleverly, he forced Pant into mistimed shots, including a failed big hit that resulted in an under-edge.

With the asking rate climbing rapidly, this phase is tilting the game firmly in Punjab’s favour.

LSG 109/1 after 11 overs​

PBKS vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Yuzvendra Chahal tightens screws

Yuzvendra Chahal bowled a disciplined over, restricting Lucknow Super Giants to just five runs.

Both Rishabh Pant and Mitchell Marsh were limited to singles, unable to find the boundary as PBKS tightened their grip.

After a promising start, LSG have lost momentum over the last two overs, with the required rate climbing steadily.

PBKS are firmly back in control at the halfway stage.

LSG 102/1 after 10 overs

IPL Live Score: PBKS slow things down as Vyshak keeps it tight

Vijaykumar Vyshak delivered a controlled over, pulling things back for Punjab Kings.

Despite a couple of wides, Vyshak mixed his pace cleverly and didn’t allow any boundaries. Mitchell Marsh and Rishabh Pant were restricted to singles, unable to break free.

After a few big overs, PBKS have managed to apply the brakes slightly, keeping the required rate in check.

LSG still have a solid platform, but they need a big over soon to keep up with the steep chase.

LSG 97/1 after 9 overs

PBKS vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Mitchell Marsh, Rishabh Pant keep pressure on as LSG continue strong chase

Mitchell Marsh and Rishabh Pant kept the momentum going, adding another solid over for Lucknow Super Giants.

Marsh took on Yuzvendra Chahal with a powerful slog-sweep for six, showing intent against spin. Pant, meanwhile, rotated strike smartly and picked up a couple of twos to keep the pressure on.

There was a brief moment of concern with a tight run, but LSG managed to get through safely.

The chase remains alive with both batters looking set and scoring at a healthy rate.

LSG 89/1 after 8 overs

LSG vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant ignites chase with back-to-back sixes

Rishabh Pant turned the momentum with a fiery cameo, smashing two sixes in the over to lift Lucknow Super Giants.

Pant took on Marco Jansen, launching one straight down the ground and another over long-on with typical flair. His aggressive intent has injected fresh energy into the chase.

Mitchell Marsh continued to rotate strike at the other end as LSG kept the scoreboard ticking.

After losing a wicket, this was the perfect response from LSG, with Pant taking charge.

LSG 76/1 after 7 overs

IPL Live Score: Wicket! Ayush Badoni falls

Vijaykumar Vyshak delivered a crucial breakthrough, dismissing Ayush Badoni just as Lucknow Super Giants were building momentum.

Badoni, who looked in great touch, added another boundary early in the over but fell on the final ball, mistiming a shot that was safely taken by Xavier Bartlett. His 35 off 21 had given LSG a solid platform.

Mitchell Marsh remained at the crease, but the wicket slows things slightly after a strong Powerplay.

A tidy over from PBKS at the right time, pulling things back just a bit.

LSG 61/1 after 6 overs

LSG vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: Ayush Badoni leads charge as LSG race to strong start

Ayush Badoni continued his impressive knock, guiding Lucknow Super Giants to a brisk start in the chase.

Badoni took on Marco Jansen with confidence, striking back-to-back boundaries, including a clever scoop to bring up the team’s fifty. He looked fluent and in control, keeping the pressure on.

Mitchell Marsh played a supporting role, rotating strike as LSG kept the scoreboard moving without losing a wicket.

This has been a strong Powerplay effort from LSG, matching PBKS’ early momentum and staying well in the contest despite the big target.

LSG 55/0 after 5 overs

PBKS vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Mitchell Marsh leads counterattack as LSG pick up pace

Mitchell Marsh took charge, helping Lucknow Super Giants shift gears with a strong third over.

Marsh looked in control, striking two boundaries including a classy straight drive, while also riding his luck with an inside edge for four. Ayush Badoni joined in with a boundary and smart running, keeping the scoreboard ticking.

Arshdeep Singh continued to generate movement, but LSG managed to counter well and find gaps.

After a cautious start, LSG have begun to build momentum in this big chase.

LSG 29/0 after 3 overs

LSG vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: Mitchell Marsh counters with a six as LSG find early momentum

Mitchell Marsh provided the first big hit of the chase, helping Lucknow Super Giants pick up momentum in the second over.

Facing Xavier Bartlett, Marsh pulled a short ball confidently over deep square leg for six, showing early intent in a daunting chase. He added a couple more runs with a lofted shot over the infield, beginning to settle in.

Ayush Badoni rotated strike but remained quiet at the other end as LSG looked to build gradually.

After a tight first over, this was a better response from LSG, though they still have a long way to go.

LSG 12/0 after 2 overs

PBKS vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Arshdeep Singh starts tight

Arshdeep Singh delivered a superb opening over, keeping Lucknow Super Giants under early pressure in a massive chase.

He mixed his lengths beautifully, conceding just two runs and not allowing any boundary. Mitchell Marsh and Ayush Badoni struggled to find gaps, with dot balls building pressure.

There was also a brief LBW shout against Badoni, but it was rightly turned down with the ball likely sliding down leg.

Exactly the kind of start Punjab Kings needed while defending a huge total.

LSG 2/0 after 1 over

LSG vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: PBKS finish with 254

Punjab Kings posted a massive 254, even as Prince Yadav struck twice in the final over.

The over began with singles as PBKS crossed the 250 mark, but LSG pulled things back slightly with wickets at the end. Shashank Singh fell after a quick cameo, caught at mid-on, while Marcus Stoinis was run out off the final ball.

Despite the late breakthroughs, the damage had already been done. Earlier, a stunning partnership between Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly laid the foundation for this huge total.

LSG did well to pull things back in the last few overs, but chasing 254 will require something special.

PBKS 254/7 after 20 overs

PBKS vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Shashank, Stoinis go berserk as PBKS near 250

Shashank Singh and Marcus Stoinis unleashed a brutal assault, taking Mohammed Shami apart in a 20-run over.

Shashank was explosive, smashing a six and a four late in the over, while Stoinis added another towering six to keep the momentum going. Shami struggled badly with his line, conceding multiple wides and failing to control the damage.

PBKS are finishing with a flourish, with both batters going all out in the death overs. The total is now pushing towards the 250 mark, putting LSG under massive pressure.

PBKS 249/5 after 19 overs

LSG vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: Stat Alert

Only one stand in IPL history has had more runs at a higher rate than the one between Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly tonight: 229(96) at 14.31 RPO between AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli vs GL (Bengaluru, 2016).

IPL Live Score: Marcus Stoinis goes big as PBKS surge towards massive total

Marcus Stoinis powered Punjab Kings closer to a huge total with a strong over against Avesh Khan.

Stoinis took charge, smashing a six and a four down the ground, showing his brute power against his former team. Even his edge earlier in the over raced away for four, summing up PBKS’ dominance.

Shashank Singh had fewer opportunities but stayed at the crease as PBKS kept the scoreboard ticking.

LSG’s struggles at the death continue, with their bowlers unable to contain the flow of runs.

PBKS are now firmly on track for a massive finish.

PBKS 229/5 after 18 overs

PBKS vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Nehal Wadhera out

Punjab Kings crossed the 200-mark despite losing another wicket, in a mixed but eventful over.

Nehal Wadhera looked promising with a quick boundary and six but fell soon after, mistiming a slog that was safely taken by Nicholas Pooran.

Marcus Stoinis continued to rotate strike, but the real impact came at the end as Shashank Singh announced himself with a first-ball six straight down the ground.

Despite the wicket, PBKS managed to regain some momentum with 18 runs coming in the over, pushing their total past 200.

PBKS 214/5 after 17 overs

LSG vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer falls

Lucknow Super Giants continued their fightback with another crucial wicket, removing Shreyas Iyer in a tight over.

Iyer tried to break free against Mohsin Khan but only managed an outside edge, with Mohammed Shami completing a safe catch. It was a rare failure for the PBKS skipper.

The over was dominated by slower balls and disciplined bowling, conceding just three runs. Marcus Stoinis and Nehal Wadhera struggled to find boundaries as the momentum dipped.

From a position of complete dominance, Punjab Kings have now slowed down significantly, with LSG pulling things back strongly at the death.

PBKS 196/4 after 16 overs

IPL Live Score: Priyansh Arya falls for 93 as LSG pull things back again

Priyansh Arya missed out on a well-deserved century, falling for 93 as Lucknow Super Giants struck again to slow Punjab Kings.

Arya, who looked set for a hundred, was caught at long-off off Manimaran Siddharth after a powerful hit found Mitchell Marsh near the boundary. It ended a brilliant knock that had put PBKS in complete control.

The over stayed tight otherwise, with just singles and twos as LSG managed to regain some control after the earlier onslaught. Shreyas Iyer and Marcus Stoinis looked to rebuild towards the death overs.

Despite the wicket, PBKS remain in a strong position, though LSG will feel they have clawed back slightly with back-to-back breakthroughs.

PBKS 193/3 after 15 overs

LSG vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: Wicket! Cooper Connolly falls

Cooper Connolly’s brilliant knock came to an end as Prince Yadav provided a much-needed breakthrough for Lucknow Super Giants.

Connolly, who was in destructive form, fell for 87 off 46 balls, mistiming a pull that was safely taken at backward point. It ended a stunning innings and a huge partnership that had taken the game away from LSG.

Before the wicket, Connolly had continued his attack with another boundary, but LSG finally managed to pull things back with a quieter over.

Priyansh Arya remained unbeaten and moved into the 90s, while Shreyas Iyer got off the mark.

After the carnage in the previous over, this was a much-needed breather for LSG.

PBKS 186/2 after 14 overs

PBKS vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Carnage! Priyansh Arya, Cooper Connolly smash 32-run over as PBKS go berserk

Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly unleashed absolute carnage, hammering Aiden Markram for a massive 32-run over.

It was relentless hitting from both ends. Connolly started the assault with three sixes, taking full advantage of poor lengths, while Arya finished it in style with back-to-back sixes to move into the 90s.

Nothing worked for LSG. Yorkers turned into slot balls, short deliveries disappeared, and even mishits cleared the ropes. The partnership has completely taken the game away.

PBKS are now eyeing a massive total, with both batters in full flow and no signs of slowing down.

PBKS 179/1 after 13 overs

PBKS vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Priyansh Arya, Cooper Connolly tear into Avesh as PBKS race ahead

Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly continued their onslaught, smashing Avesh Khan for 18 runs in another big over.

Arya was in complete control, launching two effortless sixes early in the over, using his wrists brilliantly to dominate square of the wicket. He is now racing towards a big score and looks unstoppable.

Connolly joined in as well, pulling off a clever scoop for four, taking advantage of poor execution from Avesh, who struggled with his lengths throughout.

LSG’s bowling is falling apart under pressure, with no answers to the PBKS pair. The partnership is now dictating terms, and a massive total is on the cards.

PBKS 147/1 after 12 overs

LSG vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: Cooper Connolly fifty powers PBKS surge as Shami goes expensive

Cooper Connolly brought up a fine half-century as Punjab Kings piled on the runs in a big over.

Connolly, who had started slowly, shifted gears brilliantly. He punished Mohammed Shami’s slower balls, smashing two sixes and finishing the over with a boundary to reach his fifty. From 19 off 22, it turned into a fluent, impactful knock.

Shami, who struck early, has now gone for runs as PBKS dominate the middle overs with a strong partnership.

PBKS 129/1 after 11 overs

IPL Live Score: Priyansh Arya keeps charge on as PBKS stay in control at halfway mark

Priyansh Arya continued to dominate, smashing another six to keep Punjab Kings firmly on top at the halfway stage.

Arya looked in complete control, cutting and slashing anything short, including a superb six over backward point. He also rode his luck, with a tough return chance spilling from Prince Yadav, who hurt his thumb in the process.

Cooper Connolly remained steady at the other end, rotating strike as PBKS kept the scoreboard ticking.

Despite a few tight deliveries, LSG couldn’t find a breakthrough, and the partnership continued to grow.

PBKS are well set for a big total with Arya leading the charge.

PBKS 110/1 after 10 overs

PBKS vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Priyansh Arya brings up fifty as PBKS cross 100

Priyansh Arya continued his brilliant knock, bringing up a well-made half-century as Punjab Kings crossed the 100-run mark with ease.

Arya reached his fifty with a composed flick for two, earning applause for another confident innings at the top. He followed it up with an innovative scoop for four, showing both control and flair against spin.

Cooper Connolly kept things steady at the other end, rotating strike and supporting the partnership well.

Punjab have not slowed down after the Powerplay and are firmly in command with a strong platform built.

PBKS 101/1 after 9 overs

LSG vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: Priyansh Arya nears fifty as PBKS continue to dominate

Priyansh Arya moved into the 40s while Cooper Connolly kept the pressure on, as Punjab Kings enjoyed another strong over.

Connolly produced the shot of the over, launching Avesh Khan for a clean six down the ground after being gifted a full delivery. Arya followed it up with a crisp boundary over cover, punishing another loose ball.

Both batters rotated strike smartly in between, ensuring there was no let-up in scoring.

LSG continue to struggle with their lengths, and PBKS are capitalising fully with a commanding partnership building.

PBKS 90/1 after 8 overs

IPL Live Score: Cooper Connolly joins the party as PBKS keep scoring freely

Cooper Connolly shifted gears, taking on Ayush Badoni to keep Punjab Kings in control.

Connolly struck a four and a six early in the over, finally finding timing after a watchful start. The off-spin option didn’t quite work for LSG, with the lengths sitting up nicely for hitting.

Priyansh Arya continued to rotate strike at the other end, keeping the scoreboard ticking as PBKS maintained momentum post Powerplay.

LSG are struggling to pull things back, with PBKS now firmly on top and scoring at a brisk rate.

PBKS 77/1 after 7 overs

PBKS vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Priyansh Arya explodes

Priyansh Arya took complete charge, smashing Mohsin Khan for a massive 20-run over to give Punjab Kings a flying Powerplay finish.

Arya was unstoppable, hammering two sixes and a four, all through the leg-side with confident pulls. Even his mistimed shots landed safe, showing how momentum had firmly shifted. LSG kept feeding him short, and he made them pay every time.

After a brief slowdown, PBKS have surged back strongly, putting LSG under serious pressure heading into the middle overs.

PBKS 63/1 after 6 overs

IPL Live Score: Prince Yadav builds pressure with tight over

Prince Yadav delivered a superb over to pull things back for Lucknow Super Giants, conceding just four runs and building real pressure on Punjab Kings.

It was a disciplined start from Yadav, mixing his lengths well and keeping Cooper Connolly quiet. Five consecutive dot balls put the batter under pressure, with Connolly struggling to find timing or gaps. The intent was there, but execution wasn’t, as LSG briefly regained control after PBKS’ earlier surge.

However, just when it looked like a perfect over, Connolly finally found a release. A slower, short delivery sat up nicely, and he pulled it firmly between mid-wicket and mid-on for a boundary.

PBKS 43/1 after 5 overs

PBKS vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Priyansh Arya turns up the heat as PBKS accelerate in Powerplay

Priyansh Arya shifted gears brilliantly, helping Punjab Kings gain momentum with a strong fourth over.

After a few nervy moments early on, Arya took control. He finished the over in style with a powerful six over square leg, showing excellent timing and wrist work on a short-of-length delivery. Before that, even his mistimed shots found safe gaps, highlighting how things were beginning to fall in PBKS’ favour.

Cooper Connolly, meanwhile, rode his luck again. A thick edge flew past the keeper for four, while another mistimed pull landed safely.

PBKS 39/1 after 4 overs

LSG vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: Arya, Connolly find boundaries against Shami

Punjab Kings began to steady after the early blow, with Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly counter-attacking in the third over against Mohammed Shami.

Connolly got things going with a streaky boundary, slicing a length delivery over mid-off. While it wasn’t perfectly timed, it helped release some pressure. Arya, however, looked more assured. He followed it up with a clever boundary over backward point, using Shami’s angle and pace to guide the ball into the gap.

Both batters rotated strike well in between, ensuring the scoreboard kept moving. Even when Shami found movement outside off, the pair managed to avoid further damage and capitalised on anything loose.

After a testing first over, this was a better passage for PBKS as they began to rebuild with intent. LSG, on the other hand, will feel they have allowed the pressure to slip slightly after a strong start.

PBKS 26/1 after 3 overs

IPL Live Score: Priyansh Arya counters with a six but LSG miss big review chance

Priyansh Arya provided a much-needed response with a six, but Lucknow Super Giants will rue a massive missed opportunity in the second over.

Arya started the over in style, pulling a short-of-length delivery from Mohsin Khan flat over mid-wicket for six. It was a positive stroke that briefly shifted momentum back towards Punjab Kings after the early wicket.

However, the real moment came when Cooper Connolly was struck on the pads. There was a strong LBW appeal, and Mohsin looked convinced. Rishabh Pant thought about the review but decided against it. Replays later showed it would have been out, a costly miss for LSG.

Connolly survived again later in the over as a tough return catch went down. Despite a few chances, PBKS managed to keep the scoreboard moving with singles towards the end.

PBKS 15/1 after 2 overs

PBKS vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Shami strikes early as PBKS lose Prabhsimran in first over

Mohammed Shami made an immediate impact with the new ball, removing Prabhsimran Singh in the opening over to put Punjab Kings under early pressure.

After a couple of wides to start, Shami found his rhythm quickly. Priyansh Arya got off the mark with a single, but the big moment came soon after. Prabhsimran, facing his first ball, went for an ambitious drive and edged it straight to slip, where Mitchell Marsh completed a safe catch.

It was classic Shami, full length, slight movement, and enough temptation to force a mistake. The early wicket slowed PBKS down, but Cooper Connolly ensured the over ended on a positive note with a flicked boundary through mid-wicket.

PBKS 7/1 after 1 over

IPL Live Score: Impact substitutes for both the teams

Lucknow Super Giants Impact subs: Abdul Samad, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Matthew Breetzke, Mayank Yadav, Himmat Singh



Punjab Kings Impact subs: Vijaykumar Vyshak, Harpreet Brar, Suryansh Shedge, Yash Thakur, Vishnu Vinod

PBKS vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: ‘It’s about us vs us’- Shreyas Iyer embraces fresh test as PBKS bat first

Shreyas Iyer welcomed a new challenge after Punjab Kings were put in to bat, stressing the importance of self-improvement despite their strong start to the season.

“We haven’t batted first so far, so it’s a great challenge for us,” Iyer said at the toss, acknowledging a shift from their usual chasing comfort. Punjab have built their campaign on successful run chases, but this game presents a different test of their batting depth and adaptability.

Iyer also underlined the mindset within the squad, making it clear that the focus is not just on the opposition but on maintaining their own standards. “When you are getting better, it’s about us vs us,” he said, highlighting a team culture centred around continuous improvement.

The skipper emphasised the need for a complete performance. “A comprehensive win is what we need to fulfil,” he added, signalling that Punjab are aiming to dominate across all phases rather than rely on late-game heroics.

There were no changes to the playing XI, with Iyer confirming, “Same team.” That reflects confidence in a settled combination that has delivered consistently so far.

PBKS vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant explains why LSG opt to bowl

Rishabh Pant made a confident call at the toss, choosing to bowl first as Lucknow Super Giants look to embrace a fearless approach against one of the in-form sides this season.

Explaining the decision, Pant admitted that facing a strong opposition brings a different mindset. “Coming here, we want them to set a total for us. They’ve been one of the best teams in the tournament, but at the same time, it gives us that freedom that we can play more freely,” he said.

Interestingly, Pant highlighted a shift in approach, suggesting that chasing bigger targets could actually help the team play with more clarity. “Generally, I feel, playing for 220 runs is better than playing for 200 sometimes,” he added, indicating a more aggressive mindset from LSG.

There was also a small update on team changes, with Manimaran Siddharth coming into the side while Digvesh Rathi misses out. Pant also reassured fans about his fitness, confirming that his elbow injury has improved, responding with a smile, “Much better.”

With pressure mounting on LSG after inconsistent performances, Pant’s words reflect a team looking to reset mentally. The decision to bowl first now puts the spotlight on their execution with the ball and whether their batters can finally deliver in a high-pressure chase.

LSG vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: Lucknow Super Giants Playing XI

Lucknow Super Giants (Playing XI): Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Rishabh Pant(w/c), Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Mukul Choudhary, Mohammed Shami, Avesh Khan, Prince Yadav, Manimaran Siddharth, Mohsin Khan

PBKS vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Punjab Kings Playing XI

Punjab Kings (Playing XI): Prabhsimran Singh(w), Priyansh Arya, Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer(c), Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal

IPL Live Score: LSG opts to bowl

Rishabh Pant won the toss and chose to bowl first, signalling Lucknow Super Giants’s intent to chase and control the game under lights.

With conditions expected to improve for batting later in the evening, the decision reflects a clear strategy. LSG have preferred chasing this season, even though their batting has struggled for consistency. Pant will be hoping that a strong effort with the ball can ease some of that pressure.

LSG vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: LSG’s batting woes deepen as numbers paint a worrying picture

Lucknow Super Giants are running out of answers with the bat in IPL 2026, and the numbers now underline just how serious the problem is. With an overall batting average of just 19.8, LSG currently sit as the worst-performing batting unit among all 10 teams this season.

What is even more concerning is the form of their key players. Nicholas Pooran, known for his explosive hitting, has struggled badly, managing a strike rate of just 76 despite facing over 50 balls. For a player expected to finish games and accelerate in the middle overs, those numbers are far from ideal.

The lack of contributions from senior batters has put pressure on the rest of the line-up. Promising players have stepped up in patches, but the absence of consistent performances has hurt LSG in crucial moments.

Unless their experienced core finds form quickly, LSG’s campaign risks slipping further. In a format where momentum is everything, their batting struggles are becoming a major roadblock.