LSG vs MI: WATCH – Rohit Sharma Ends Lucknow Super Giants’ Hopes With A Direct Hit As Krishnappa Gowtham Takes The Long Walk Back To The Dugout

Lucknow Super Giants’ hopes of chasing down the target of 182 runs were shattered as they suffered a series of run-outs, including the dismissal of Krishnappa Gowtham by Rohit Sharma’s direct hit. The LSG team was in a precarious position, with their batting lineup crumbling under pressure.

In the crucial moment, Piyush Chawla delivered the ball to Gowtham, who inexplicably tried to force it off the back foot towards backward point. However, the fielder, Green, made a remarkable diving stop to his right.

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Sensing an opportunity, Rohit Sharma, positioned at the cover, collected the deflection and swiftly hit the stumps with a direct throw at the batting end. The ball bounced off the practice pitch, catching Gowtham well short of his crease despite his desperate dive. Even his partner, Deepak Hooda, showed his frustration and shouted at Gowtham, questioning his decision. This run-out marked the second within a span of five balls for LSG, compounding their misery.

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Throughout their chase, LSG struggled to build partnerships and only one batsman managed to surpass the 20-run mark. Their batting collapse was further exacerbated by a remarkable five-wicket haul, along with the three run-outs.

In a shocking turn of events, LSG lost their last eight wickets for a mere 32 runs. The team’s inconsistency was evident from the fact that they had employed four different opening combinations in their last four matches, including this one.

Surprisingly, the openers from their previous game, where they emerged victorious against MI, were not even part of the team’s impact substitutes on this occasion. Additionally, the player who opened the batting in their previous victory against MI batted at the seventh position in this match. These statistics paint a picture of chaos and uncertainty within the LSG team.

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Rohit Sharma Hits The Mark

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LSG’s downfall can be attributed to several factors. Despite Marcus Stoinis’ brilliant performance and an exceptional innings, their bowlers conceded at least 20-30 extra runs. Moreover, Nicholas Pooran, a key batsman, was dismissed on the first ball he faced, adding to the team’s woes.

However, the triple run-out debacle proved to be the final blow that sealed LSG’s fate, epitomizing the disaster that had been brewing. On the other hand, Rohit Sharma’s men capitalized on LSG’s misfortune and gained a significant boost in confidence heading into the qualifiers.

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The comprehensive victory for Rohit Sharma’s Mumbai Indians will undoubtedly boost their morale as they advance in the tournament. Meanwhile, Lucknow Super Giants will have to reflect on their poor performance, addressing the issues that have plagued their campaign. They will need to regroup and strategize effectively to bounce back in the upcoming matches.

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LSG vs MI: WATCH – Rohit Sharma’s Ends Lucknow Super Giants’ Hopes With A Direct Hit As Krishnappa Gowtham Takes The Long Walk Back To The Dugout