LSG vs RR Highlights, IPL 2026: Jofra Archer pockets three wickets to help RR beat LSG by 40 runs
THE TIMES OF INDIA | Apr 23, 2026, 09:11:10 IST
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LSG vs RR Highlights, IPL 2026: Jofra Archer pockets three wickets to help RR beat LSG by 40 runs

LSG vs RR Highlights, IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals registered a comfortable 40-run win over Lucknow Super Giants in their IPL encounter on Wednesday, defending a modest total with a clinical bowling display.

Asked to bat first, RR were restricted to 159 for 6 in 20 overs after LSG’s bowlers shared the wickets. Mohammed Shami, Prince Yadav and Mohsin Khan picked up two wickets each to keep Rajasthan in check throughout the innings. Ravindra Jadeja anchored the RR effort with a vital unbeaten 43 off 29 balls, ensuring his side reached a competitive total despite regular breakthroughs.

In response, LSG never found stability in their chase of 160. Mitchell Marsh fought hard with a well-made 55, but lacked support from the other end as Rajasthan’s bowlers dominated proceedings. Jofra Archer led the attack with impressive figures of 3 for 20, consistently troubling the batters with pace and accuracy.

The LSG innings unraveled quickly after a few promising starts, as RR kept striking at regular intervals. Without substantial partnerships, the chase lost direction, and the home side were eventually bowled out for 119 in 18 overs.

Archer’s fiery spell proved decisive, while the rest of the bowling unit complemented him well to complete a dominant all-round performance for Rajasthan.
09:11 (IST) Apr 23
Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka was once again seen interacting with captain Rishabh Pant on the field following their heavy 40-run loss to Rajasthan Royals at the Ekana Stadium on Wednesday. The hug sparked widespread speculation on social media, with fans sharing mixed reactions.

However, this time the mood appeared noticeably different. Unlike his earlier post-match interactions with LSG captains, often marked by a serious and intense demeanor that has drawn attention, Goenka was seen smiling warmly during the conversation with Pant. The change in expression stood out, especially after what was an embarrassing defeat for the franchise.

Rajasthan Royals produced a clinical all-round performance to beat Lucknow Super Giants by 40 runs, successfully defending 159 after bundling LSG out for just 119 in 18 overs. The chase never gained momentum, with skipper Rishabh Pant’s early dismissal triggering a collapse, as only Mitchell Marsh showed resistance with a fighting 55.
09:10 (IST) Apr 23
A visibly shaken Rishabh Pant laid bare his frustration after his side’s dramatic batting collapse, admitting he had “no answers” following a crushing 40-run defeat in their IPL 2026 clash.

Chasing a modest 160, Lucknow Super Giants folded for just 119, undone by a surface that offered movement and a disciplined bowling effort from Rajasthan Royals. Pant did not shy away from accountability, calling out the batting unit for failing to adapt.

“I don't have answers. Batting has let us down. We are disappointed as a team, as a group,” Pant said bluntly after the loss.
09:09 (IST) Apr 23
A subdued outing with the bat could not stop Vaibhav Sooryavanshi from scripting history as the teenage sensation rewrote the record books during Rajasthan Royals’ 40-run win over Lucknow Super Giants in Lucknow on Wednesday.

The 15-year-old opener managed just 8 off 11 balls in a low-scoring contest at the Ekana Stadium, but his brief stay proved historic. Sooryavanshi became the youngest player ever to reach 500 IPL runs, surpassing Prithvi Shaw (19 years and 164 days), and also the fastest to the milestone by balls faced, getting there in just 227 deliveries — 33 fewer than previous record-holder Australia’s Glenn Maxwell.
06:29 (IST) Apr 23
LSG vs RR: Royals skipper Riyan Parag after the win
"Very pleased. Firstly, I feel we were really short with the bat. The way the wicket was playing when me and Hetty were batting, I think we've got to be better. I thought, honestly, even with the situation we had, we were close to getting 180 and that would have been a really good score cos I knew it was going to be slowing down later, but yeah, the bowlers... (approach of the openers slightly different in the last two games) No, it's because of the wickets. At the start of the tournament, the message to the group was that we will be a team that assesses and adapts and I feel the last two games, the wickets we got, they adapted really well and they batted according to the wicket and not just how they wanted to bat. It's nothing to do with the middle-order not scoring or whatever it is. If they get a flat wicket, they go guns blazing. If they get another wicket like this, they can take some time and then we move on from there. (on Archer and Burger) I'm blessed. I mean, for two bowlers to bowl 3-3 in the powerplay at this stage of the game or how T20 cricket is evolving, I think it's just commendable. The wicket was helping a little more to the seamers in the first innings, but then the second innings, we knew it would swing, but the lengths they bowled, the lines they bowled and the way we fielded, impressive. (on him petering out after starting well in the past) Everyone has been very supportive. I've been going through a phase as well. Right before the IPL, I had gone through something and then even now I'm going through something and everyone understands that. Everyone respects that and I thank them for that. I feel the way I'm batting an innings is not too far away, but as I've been saying, if I go in tomorrow and I play another game, it's going to be what the team needs. It's not me not scoring runs and taking my time getting 40 off 30. That's not going to happen. I go out there, assess conditions. If they want me to go at 200 from ball one, I will do that." - Parag
06:27 (IST) Apr 23
LSG vs RR: Ravi Bishnoi credits ‘missing clues’ for turnaround
Ravi Bishnoi has attributed his strong run this season to fine-tuning key aspects of his bowling, saying that previously overlooked “clues” are finally falling into place. Now representing Rajasthan Royals after a stint with Lucknow Super Giants, the leg-spinner has emerged as a key performer, entering the race for the Purple Cap.

Bishnoi reflected on his return to familiar territory, noting the comfort of playing at venues where he has spent considerable time. More importantly, he emphasized technical adjustments—particularly in his run-up and lengths—as the driving force behind his improved performances. While satisfied with his progress, he maintained there is still room to grow and expressed determination to carry his form forward.


06:24 (IST) Apr 23
LSG vs RR: Rishabh Pant takes blame after crushing defeat
A visibly distraught Rishabh Pant admitted he was short of answers after his side slumped to a morale-crushing 40-run defeat, conceding that poor reading of the pitch and a collective batting failure cost them dearly. Chasing a modest 160, his team collapsed for just 119, leaving the skipper searching for introspection rather than excuses.

Pant didn’t shy away from accountability, stating that the batting unit, including himself, failed to adapt to the conditions. He stressed that the team needed to “look for answers inside” and acknowledged that a more patient approach could have changed the outcome. Despite the heavy loss, he urged the group to stay positive, highlighting the squad’s firepower to turn things around as the tournament progresses.

Among the few positives was the impressive effort with the ball, particularly from Mohammed Shami, whose disciplined spell stood out in an otherwise disappointing outing.

On the other side, Riyan Parag credited his bowlers for exploiting the helpful conditions, noting the swing and seam movement that made batting difficult. He also revealed he has been dealing with personal challenges but appreciated the team’s support during a tough phase.

Veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja played a crucial role with an unbeaten 43, guiding his team to a competitive total. Jadeja later dedicated his performance to his wife, Rivaba Jadeja, for her motivating words before the game. He admitted the pitch wasn’t easy but emphasized the importance of batting deep, a strategy that ultimately proved decisive.

The match underlined how reading conditions and composure under pressure remain key in T20 cricket.
23:14 (IST) Apr 22
LSG vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals beat Lucknow Super Giants by 40 runs
Jofra Archer finishes in style, ripping through the tail with raw pace and precision as LSG collapse from 119/8 to 119 all out. He removes Mayank Yadav with a brilliant one-handed catch by Dhruv Jurel before sealing the win by knocking over Mohsin Khan’s middle stump.

Earlier, Mayank manages a flashy boundary but looks largely unsettled against the pace barrage, while Digvesh Singh Rathi adds a lone single.

Archer’s three-wicket burst wraps up a dominant Rajasthan Royals performance.

LSG 119 all out in 18 overs
23:11 (IST) Apr 22
LSG vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: Brijesh Sharma turns the game firmly in Rajasthan’s favour
Brijesh Sharma turns the game firmly in Rajasthan’s favour with a double strike over the 17th over, removing Mukul Choudhary early with a sharp catch taken by Riyan Parag at extra cover, before returning later in the over to castle Mohammed Shami with a fiery yorker.

Amid the collapse, Digvesh Singh Rathi manages a single to stay afloat, while Mayank Yadav struggles to survive the pressure. A wide adds a minor blemish, but it’s a dominant over as LSG crumble further.

LSG 114/8 in 17 overs
22:59 (IST) Apr 22
IPL Live Score: Nandre Burger dismisses Mitchell Marsh after 50
Nandre Burger delivers a decisive over, removing the well-set Mitchell Marsh for 55 with a mistimed loft that is safely pouched by Riyan Parag, dealing a massive blow to LSG’s chase.

Despite the setback, Mohammed Shami provides late entertainment, smashing a six to start and finish the over with aggressive swings. In between, Burger mixes his pace cleverly to keep things tight.

LSG 111/6 in 16 overs
22:52 (IST) Apr 22
LSG vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: OUT! Himmat Singh departs
Ravi Bishnoi strikes a crucial blow by cleaning up Himmat Singh just as LSG look to rebuild, denting their chase further. Mitchell Marsh inches closer to a fifty but continues to deal in singles.

However, Mukul Choudhary injects late momentum with a confident six over deep mid-wicket, lifting the scoring rate. Despite the flourish, Rajasthan keep control with a key wicket.

LSG 99/5 in 15 overs
22:48 (IST) Apr 22
LSG vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: 6 overs remaining in the match
Ravindra Jadeja signs off with a mixed over as Himmat Singh provides a much-needed spark, stepping out to launch a clean six over extra cover. Apart from that, Jadeja keeps things tight with his accuracy, conceding just singles and a leg bye, while even drawing a loud LBW appeal against Mitchell Marsh.

A wide adds to the tally, but Rajasthan maintain control overall.

LSG 89/4 in 14 overs
22:44 (IST) Apr 22
IPL Live Score: Mitchell Marsh closes in on 50

Brijesh Sharma delivers a disciplined over, relying on slower balls and hard lengths to keep the batters in check. Mitchell Marsh edges closer to a half-century but is restricted to singles, unable to find the boundary.


Himmat Singh mirrors the approach, rotating strike without taking risks. Rajasthan’s tight lines ensure there are no scoring opportunities, resulting in a quiet over.


LSG 80/4 in 13 overs

22:42 (IST) Apr 22
IPL Live Score: Mitchell Marsh shifts gears against Ravindra Jadeja
Mitchell Marsh shifts gears against Ravindra Jadeja, breaking the shackles with back-to-back boundaries — a powerful sweep followed by a fierce cut that benefits from a fielding lapse. He continues to rotate strike smartly, while Himmat Singh chips in with singles to keep the board ticking. Despite Jadeja’s control for the rest of the over, LSG find momentum with a valuable 12-run burst.

LSG 74/4 in 12 overs
22:37 (IST) Apr 22
RR vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Lack of spark in run-chase
Ravi Bishnoi keeps things tight despite a brief counter from Mitchell Marsh, who rocks back to pull a short ball powerfully for four. Himmat Singh rotates strike but struggles to find gaps, while Bishnoi mixes his googlies cleverly to induce caution.

A wide adds a minor extra, but overall it’s a controlled over that slows LSG’s momentum.

LSG 62/4 in 11 overs
22:29 (IST) Apr 22
RR vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: OUT! Nicholas Pooran departs
Ravindra Jadeja strikes a key blow just as LSG look to rebuild, dismissing Nicholas Pooran for 22 with a mistimed loft to long-on. Earlier, Pooran collects a couple of twos but struggles to accelerate.

Mitchell Marsh continues to anchor the innings with sensible batting, rotating strike. A tidy over overall keeps the pressure on.

LSG 55/4 in 10 overs in chase of 160
22:27 (IST) Apr 22
IPL Live Score: Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran look to accelerate
Ravi Bishnoi keeps things under control in his first over, conceding just six runs despite a wide.

Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran look to accelerate but are restricted to singles and a couple, thanks to tight bowling and sharp fielding in the ring. Rajasthan continue to maintain pressure.

LSG 50/3 in 9 overs in chase of 160
22:21 (IST) Apr 22
IPL Live Score: Ravindra Jadeja keeps things tight in his first over
Ravindra Jadeja keeps things tight in his first over, conceding just four runs with accurate, flat bowling. Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran rotate strike with singles but fail to find the boundary, as Rajasthan maintain control and slow down LSG’s progress.

LSG 44/3 in 8 overs in chase of 160
22:16 (IST) Apr 22
LSG vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: Pooran keeps LSG hopes alive
Brijesh Sharma is introduced but Nicholas Pooran takes him on confidently, striking two well-timed boundaries, one pulled behind square and another elegant drive.

Mitchell Marsh rotates strike as LSG finally find some momentum, capitalising on the change in bowling.

LSG 40/3 in 7 overs in chase of 160
22:11 (IST) Apr 22
LSG vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: End of powerplay
Nandre Burger continues his probing spell, but Mitchell Marsh provides some relief with a well-timed six over deep square leg, picking the length early.

Apart from that big hit, Burger keeps things tight with disciplined lines, while Nicholas Pooran rotates strike cautiously. LSG manage to regain a bit of momentum after a quiet phase.

LSG 31/3 in 6 overs in chase of 160
22:10 (IST) Apr 22
LSG vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: Maiden over, RR bowlers on fire!
Jofra Archer produces a fiery maiden over, cranking up the pace and giving nothing away. Nicholas Pooran is put under immense pressure, beaten multiple times by sharp bounce and movement while struggling to find any scoring opportunity.

Archer’s hostile spell leaves LSG stuck, unable to add a single run in the over.

LSG 22/3 in 5 overs in chase of 160
22:03 (IST) Apr 22
LSG vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: Burger continues his disciplined spell
Nandre Burger continues his disciplined spell, keeping things tight despite a brief counter from Mitchell Marsh, who plays a powerful pull shot for four. Apart from that boundary, runs are hard to come by as Burger maintains pressure with pace and movement.

Nicholas Pooran rotates strike, but LSG struggle to build momentum.

LSG 22/3 in 4 overs in chase of 160
21:57 (IST) Apr 22
IPL Live Score: Another wicket! LSG lose third wicket
Jofra Archer continues to trouble the batters with pace and bounce, striking again as Aiden Markram top-edges a short ball and is safely caught behind. LSG slip further into trouble with another early wicket, while Mitchell Marsh manages a single.

Nicholas Pooran gets off the mark in style with a boundary off the last ball, offering some relief.

LSG 16/3 in 3 overs in chase of 160
21:49 (IST) Apr 22
IPL Live Score: OUT! Pant gone for duck
Nandre Burger strikes early with a probing spell, giving away just a single run while creating constant pressure. Rishabh Pant falls cheaply, edging behind after an ambitious shot, leaving LSG in early trouble. Mitchell Marsh rotates strike, while Aiden Markram is tested by sharp movement but survives.

LSG 10/2 in 2 overs in chase of 160
21:39 (IST) Apr 22
LSG vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: OUT! LSG lose Ayush Badoni in first over
Jofra Archer starts with pace and aggression, but Mitchell Marsh counters brilliantly with two crisp boundaries, one through covers and another lofted over mid-off.

Just as the innings gains momentum, confusion leads to a mix-up and Ayush Badoni is run out for a duck, handing Rajasthan an early breakthrough.

LSG 9/1 in 1 over in chase of 160
21:35 (IST) Apr 22
RR vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Prince Yadav becomes the new holder of Purple Cap (currently with 13 wickets)
Prince Yadav, currently holding the Purple Cap, expressed satisfaction with his performance but stressed that a win would make it more meaningful. He said his success this season comes from sticking to his strengths, maintaining consistent line and length while using a few added variations.

Highlighting the importance of conditions, he noted that on red-soil pitches, even slightly short deliveries can be punished, making accuracy crucial. Yadav also credited Mohammed Shami for his constant guidance during pressure situations, saying the senior pacer boosts his confidence.

He further acknowledged the role of practice and praised the team’s coach for providing valuable support and direction.
21:22 (IST) Apr 22
RR vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Sensational LSG restrict mundane RR to 159/6 in Lucknow
Mayank Yadav endures a tough final over as Ravindra Jadeja explodes at the death, finding boundaries with smart placement and power. Jadeja starts with a four, mixes in a couple of twos, and then finishes in style with a massive six over deep square leg.

Shubham Dubey watches from the other end as Rajasthan finish strongly with a 20-run over. Mayank Yadav concedes 56-0 in his comeback game.

RR 159/6 in 20 overs
21:17 (IST) Apr 22
LSG vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: Shubham Dubey takes charge with two well-timed boundaries
Prince Yadav goes for runs in a crucial over as Shubham Dubey takes charge with two well-timed boundaries, including a clever late shot off a yorker. Ravindra Jadeja chips in with a couple, while a leg-bye and a failed review add to LSG’s frustration.

Rajasthan gather momentum at the death.

RR 139/6 in 19 overs
21:11 (IST) Apr 22
IPL Live Score: Digvesh Singh Rathi completes his spell with a slightly expensive over
Digvesh Singh Rathi completes his spell with a slightly expensive over as Shubham Dubey finally breaks the shackles, picking up a boundary with an outside edge over backward point. Ravindra Jadeja supports well with smart running, collecting a couple of twos.

Despite going wicketless, Rathi finishes with a tidy spell as Rajasthan push for late runs.

RR 127/6 in 18 overs
21:07 (IST) Apr 22
IPL Live Score: Mohsin Khan continues his impressive spell
Mohsin Khan continues his impressive spell, maintaining tight control and conceding just six runs. Ravindra Jadeja and Shubham Dubey rely on singles and a couple to keep the scoreboard ticking, but boundaries remain elusive.

Mohsin’s clever variations and disciplined lines ensure Rajasthan struggle to break free as the pressure builds in the death overs.

RR 116/6 in 17 overs
21:01 (IST) Apr 22
IPL Live Score: OUT! Donovan Ferreira falls
Prince Yadav delivers another impactful over, conceding just three runs while striking a key blow. Donovan Ferreira falls attempting an aggressive shot, mistiming it to the deep where a safe catch is completed. Ravindra Jadeja manages a couple of runs but struggles to accelerate, while new batter Shubham Dubey is kept quiet on arrival.

RR 110/6 in 16 overs
20:56 (IST) Apr 22
LSG vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: Donovan Ferreira and Ravindra Jadeja finally find some momentum
Mayank Yadav goes for runs as Donovan Ferreira and Ravindra Jadeja finally find some momentum. The pair collect runs through smart placement and quick running, though a mix-up nearly results in a run-out before a wayward throw saves them.

Jadeja chips in with a couple of twos, while Ferreira finishes the over with a streaky boundary.

RR 107/5 in 15 overs
20:50 (IST) Apr 22
LSG vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: Digvesh Singh Rathi continues to keep a lid on the scoring with another tidy over
Digvesh Singh Rathi continues to keep a lid on the scoring with another tidy over, conceding just six runs. Donovan Ferreira and Ravindra Jadeja rotate strike with singles and a couple, but struggle to find boundaries.

Sharp fielding in the deep, including a fine effort from Nicholas Pooran, further restricts Rajasthan’s progress.

RR 95/5 in 14 overs
20:44 (IST) Apr 22
RR vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Mohammed Shami completes a brilliant spell
Mohammed Shami signs off with a steady over, though Donovan Ferreira gets a fortunate boundary early on as a misjudgment in the deep lets the ball slip for four.

Apart from that, Shami keeps things tight with disciplined bowling, conceding just a few singles as Ravindra Jadeja struggles to accelerate.

RR 89/5 in 13 overs
20:38 (IST) Apr 22
RR vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: All eyes on Ravindra Jadeja as RR look to pose a challenging total
Digvesh Singh Rathi keeps things extremely tight, conceding just three runs in a disciplined over. Donovan Ferreira and Ravindra Jadeja struggle to find boundaries, managing only singles while being forced to play cautiously.

A quick single is even turned down, highlighting the pressure as Rajasthan’s scoring rate dips further.

RR 83/5 in 12 overs
20:28 (IST) Apr 22
IPL Live Score: OUT! Shimron Hetmyer departs for 22
Mohsin Khan continues his impressive spell and strikes again, removing the dangerous Shimron Hetmyer, who miscues one to mid-off. The over stays tight with just singles flowing as new batter Donovan Ferreira is tested early.

A brief stoppage follows after Rishabh Pant takes a blow while collecting a throw, but resumes soon after.

RR 80/5 in 11 overs
20:28 (IST) Apr 22
IPL Live Score: RR seem to have lost their bite in their batting
Mayank Yadav starts the over with pace but is taken apart by Shimron Hetmyer, who shifts gears brilliantly. Hetmyer launches a towering six before following it up with two powerful fours, one over mid-off and another through mid-wicket.

Mayank then smartly slows things down with variations to regain control, but the damage is done as Rajasthan regain momentum.

RR 76/4 in 10 overs
20:21 (IST) Apr 22
LSG vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: OUT! RR lose skipper Riyan Parag
Prince Yadav delivers a tight over and strikes a crucial blow, conceding just two runs. Riyan Parag struggles to accelerate and eventually falls trying to force the pace, mistiming a big shot straight to Nicholas Pooran at long-on.

Shimron Hetmyer remains watchful but finds scoring tough as Rajasthan slip further.

RR 62/4 in 9 overs
20:20 (IST) Apr 22
LSG vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: LSG keep it tight
Digvesh Singh Rathi comes into the attack and keeps things tight with a controlled over, allowing just singles and a brace.

Riyan Parag and Shimron Hetmyer rotate strike without taking risks, while a sharp effort in the deep nearly results in a run-out but the batter just makes his ground. Rajasthan continue to rebuild cautiously.

RR 60/3 in 8 overs
20:05 (IST) Apr 22
RR vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Mayank Yadav is back! 10 off the over
Mayank Yadav returns with pace, troubling the batters with sharp short balls, but Riyan Parag finishes the over in style. After a mix of dots and a single, Parag capitalises on a full delivery on the pads, whipping it over deep square leg for a towering six.

Shimron Hetmyer chips in with a single as Rajasthan rebuild steadily.

RR 54/3 in 7 overs
20:04 (IST) Apr 22
RR vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: All eyes on skipper Riyan Parag as RR look to fight back
Mohsin Khan continues his tidy spell, keeping the scoring in check despite a brief counter from Riyan Parag, who pulls one over mid-on for four. Both Parag and Shimron Hetmyer rotate strike smartly, though a stunning save in the deep prevents extra runs.

Mohsin maintains control with disciplined bowling to close the powerplay.

RR 44/3 in 6 overs
19:59 (IST) Apr 22
IPL Live Score: Another successful over from LSG's point of view
Mohammed Shami continues after his double-wicket burst but keeps it tight this time, conceding just five runs. A leg-side wide starts the over before Riyan Parag gets off the mark in style, whipping one through mid-wicket for four.

Shami then pulls things back with disciplined lines as Parag struggles to rotate strike, resulting in a quiet finish to the over.

RR 37/3 in 5 overs
19:55 (IST) Apr 22
IPL Live Score: OUT! Vaibhav Sooryavanshi departs cheaply tonight
Mohsin Khan produces a dream over, keeping things tight and not conceding a single run. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi struggles to break free, missing and mistiming several deliveries under pressure.

The breakthrough finally comes on the last ball as Sooryavanshi goes for a big shot but mistimes it, and a sharp running catch in the deep ends his stay, capping off a wicket-maiden over.

RR 32/3 in 4 overs
19:44 (IST) Apr 22
LSG vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: OUT! Jaiswal departs after back-to-back boundaries; Pant takes a brilliant one, Jurel falls too
Mohammed Shami returns and gets attacked early as Yashasvi Jaiswal goes on a boundary spree, smashing three consecutive fours with aggressive strokeplay.

Just when Rajasthan look set to accelerate, Shami hits back hard, first forcing a top-edge from Jaiswal with a sharp bouncer, well caught by Rishabh Pant, and then dismissing Dhruv Jurel for a duck on the very next ball.

RR 32/2 in 3 overs
19:38 (IST) Apr 22
LSG vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: LSG sloppy with the fielding in this early stage

Prince Yadav comes into the attack but has a rough start as Yashasvi Jaiswal picks up runs off his pads, aided by a wayward throw that results in costly overthrows.


Vaibhav Sooryavanshi then takes charge, striking back-to-back boundaries, first a neat flick through mid-wicket and then a slash through cover-point. The bowler pulls his length back with short balls to regain control, but the damage is done.


RR 20/0 in 2 overs

19:32 (IST) Apr 22
RR vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the middle with the bats; Mohammed Shami to open with the ball
Mohammed Shami starts with some swing but struggles for control, conceding a couple of wides early. He nearly traps Yashasvi Jaiswal LBW with a sharp inswinger, but it is going over. Jaiswal stays watchful, leaving and defending well before cashing in on a poor leg-side delivery, flicking it fine for four. A single off the last ball gets the innings going steadily.

RR 7/0 in 1 over
19:26 (IST) Apr 22
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19:20 (IST) Apr 22
IPL Live Score: Here are the Impact Players for both teams
Lucknow Super Giants Impact subs: Himmat Singh, George Linde, Manimaran Siddharth, Matthew Breetzke, Abdul Samad

Rajasthan Royals Impact Subs: Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Ravi Singh, Yash Raj Punja, Shubham Dubey, Tushar Deshpande
19:12 (IST) Apr 22
IPL Live Score: Here are the Playing XIs of both the teams
Rajasthan Royals (Playing XI): Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel (w), Riyan Parag(c), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Ravi Bishnoi, Brijesh Sharma, Nandre Burger

Lucknow Super Giants (Playing XI): Mitchell Marsh, Ayush Badoni, Rishabh Pant (w/c), Nicholas Pooran, Aiden Markram, Mukul Choudhary, Mohammed Shami, Mohsin Khan, Prince Yadav, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Mayank Yadav
19:02 (IST) Apr 22
RR vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026: LSG win toss, opt to bowl first against RR in Lucknow
Rishabh Pant won the toss and opted to field, with Lucknow Super Giants aiming to better understand and adapt to the conditions after a string of challenging games. Pant admitted the team is still working on finding the right balance and approach, adding that two changes have been made to the playing XI, while also expressing confidence in players who have earned the team’s trust.

On the other hand, Riyan Parag revealed he was content with losing the toss, stating he had even told his teammates he preferred it that way. He felt his side batted well overall but acknowledged a few miscalculations in the middle overs. Parag stressed the importance of playing quality cricket across the full 40 overs, confirming that his team is unchanged for the contest.
18:45 (IST) Apr 22
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LSG vs RR Highlights, IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals produced a commanding all-round performance to defeat Lucknow Super Giants by 40 runs in their IPL clash on Wednesday, riding on disciplined bowling and timely contributions with the bat at a tense venue.

Opting to bowl first, LSG made early inroads through Mohammed Shami, Prince Yadav and Mohsin Khan, who picked up two wickets each to prevent RR from running away with the game. Rajasthan, however, managed to stitch together a competitive total of 159 for 6 in 20 overs, largely thanks to Ravindra Jadeja’s unbeaten 43 off 29 deliveries. Jadeja held the innings together with a composed knock under pressure, rotating strike smartly and accelerating in the latter stages to ensure Rajasthan reached a fighting score.

The Royals’ innings saw regular wickets, but their middle and lower order ensured valuable contributions that kept the scoreboard moving. Despite LSG’s disciplined bowling effort, RR’s ability to scrape together runs in key phases proved crucial on a surface that offered assistance to both seamers and spinners.

Chasing 160, Lucknow Super Giants began with early intent but quickly lost momentum as Rajasthan’s bowling attack applied relentless pressure. Jofra Archer led the charge with a fiery spell, finishing with outstanding figures of 3 for 20, consistently troubling the batters with pace and bounce. His breakthroughs proved decisive in breaking the backbone of the chase.

Mitchell Marsh fought a lone battle for LSG, top-scoring with 55, but received little support from the rest of the batting lineup. Regular wickets halted any chance of a sustained partnership, and RR’s bowlers capitalised on every mistake. The LSG innings eventually folded for 119 in 18 overs, falling well short of the target.

For Rajasthan, Archer stood out with the ball, while Mohsin Khan’s 2 for 17 and support from the rest of the attack ensured a collective effort that dismantled LSG’s chase.

In the end, Rajasthan’s superior execution in both innings proved decisive as they sealed a comprehensive 40-run victory, strengthening their position in the tournament.