In a standout performance at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Mitchell Marsh powered the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to a commanding 33-run victory over Gujarat Titans (GT) in their IPL 2025 encounter held on May 22. Though LSG has exited the playoff race, their comprehensive win over GT—completing a season double—offered a final flourish to their campaign.
Mitchell Marsh Hits Season’s First Overseas Century
Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh delivered one of the best individual performances of IPL 2025, hammering an unbeaten 104 off 56 deliveries, featuring 9 fours and 6 sixes. His aggressive knock laid a strong foundation, with crucial support from Aiden Markram, who provided stability at the top.
Following Markram’s dismissal, Marsh teamed up with Nicholas Pooran, forming a blistering 102-run partnership for the third wicket. Pooran added 52 runs off 28 balls, including 4 sixes, helping LSG post an imposing total of 209/5 in their 20 overs.
Gujarat Titans’ Response Falls Short
In reply, the Gujarat Titans started cautiously. Despite Sherfane Rutherford’s attacking 48 off 26 balls and Shahrukh Khan’s late cameo of 34, GT couldn’t keep up with the rising required run rate. Key wickets at regular intervals broke their rhythm, ultimately restricting them to 176/8.
Will O’Rourke Shines with the Ball
New Zealand seamer Will O’Rourke emerged as the standout bowler for LSG, claiming 3 wickets for 28 runs in his four overs. His dismissals of top-order batsmen derailed GT’s chase early on and ensured Marsh’s century effort wasn’t in vain.
Season Double Secured by Super Giants
This win marked LSG’s second victory over GT in IPL 2025, highlighting their dominance over the defending champions this season. While the Super Giants are mathematically eliminated from playoff contention, the team’s performance offered fans something to cheer about.
LSG skipper KL Rahul, speaking after the match, praised Marsh’s maturity and intent, calling it “a captain’s dream knock.”