Prasidh Krishna's Stellar Performance Leads Gujarat Titans to Victory Over Lucknow Super Giants

In a captivating IPL 2026 match, Prasidh Krishna's exceptional four-wicket haul propelled Gujarat Titans to a seven-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants. Krishna emphasized the significance of team success during the post-match presentation, attributing his performance to the collective effort of the bowling unit. The match saw GT chase down LSG's total of 164 runs with notable contributions from Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler. This win places GT fifth in the standings, sharing a similar record with LSG. Discover more about the match highlights and Krishna's insights.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 12, 2026, 21:33 IST

Gujarat Titans Secure Win with Prasidh Krishna's Four-Wicket Haul

In a thrilling IPL 2026 match held in Lucknow, Prasidh Krishna, a fast bowler for Gujarat Titans (GT), underscored the importance of team success after being named Player of the Match for his impressive four-wicket performance against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Krishna's bowling figures of 4 wickets for 28 runs in 4 overs included the dismissals of LSG's opener Aiden Markram, Ayush Badoni, Nicholas Pooran, and Mukul Choudhary, effectively stifling the home team's scoring opportunities. GT successfully limited LSG to a total of 164 runs for 8 wickets in their allotted 20 overs and chased down the target in just 18.4 overs, winning by seven wickets.

'Team Victory is Our Priority'

During the post-match interview, Krishna emphasized that the team's victory was paramount, crediting their collective effort and dedication. He remarked, "The most crucial aspect was our win as a team. We've been putting in a lot of effort and executing our strategies well. I believe my success stems from the pressure exerted by our entire bowling unit. It's a team effort, and I’m just reaping the benefits of that pressure."

Importance of Practice for Slower Balls

Krishna also highlighted the significance of practice in mastering his slower balls. He noted that his ability to bowl these deliveries comes from rigorous training in the nets. "It requires a lot of practice to feel confident before using them in a match. While the afternoon game was physically demanding, the victory made it all worthwhile," he stated.

Match Overview

Following this win, GT is positioned fifth in the IPL 2026 standings, with two victories and two defeats. LSG sits in sixth place, sharing the same win-loss record. LSG batted first, scoring 164 runs, with Aiden Markram being the only player to surpass 20 runs, contributing 30 runs off 21 balls. In response, GT's chase was bolstered by half-centuries from Shubman Gill (56 runs off 40 balls) and Jos Buttler (60 runs off 37 balls), leading them to a comfortable victory with seven wickets remaining and eight balls to spare.