Nicholas Pooran delivered a breathtaking knock of 87* off just 36 balls, earning the Player of the Match award in Lucknow Super Giants’ (LSG) thrilling four-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens on April 8, 2025. The Trinidadian left-hander’s innings was a masterclass in power-hitting, cementing his status as one of IPL 2025’s most dominant players.
Pooran’s innings featured seven boundaries and eight towering sixes, including back-to-back sixes off Harshit Rana to reach his 21-ball fifty. He later dismantled Andre Russell for 24 runs in the 18th over, with two sixes and three fours. Walking in during the 11th over, Pooran joined Mitchell Marsh for a rapid 71-run stand in just 30 balls, propelling LSG to a mammoth total of 238/3. Pooran became the second-fastest batter in IPL history to reach 2,000 runs, achieving the feat in just 1,198 balls. Only Andre Russell has reached the milestone faster (1,120 balls).
Fans hailed Pooran’s innings as one of the best in IPL history, comparing his power-hitting to Chris Gayle’s golden years. Social media was flooded with reactions such as:
“Nicholas Pooran murdering KKR bowlers at will—unbelievable display of power hitting!”
“Give the Orange Cap to Nicholas Pooran. It’s over for other batsmen!”
Nicholas Pooran’s explosive knock not only secured victory for LSG but also showcased why he is regarded as one of the most destructive batters in T20 cricket. IPL 2025 progresses, Pooran continues to set new benchmarks, leaving fans and bowlers alike in awe.
