Rahul's decision to bowl after winning the toss backfired quickly as Sunil Narine went all guns blazing against the LSG bowling unit.
Rahul, who has played most of his cricket in formative years at the Chinnaswamy Stadium, said, "From the position we were in, we were chasing 210-plus and we knew we had to go hard and attack. But, sometimes, when you do that, you lose wickets. Unbelievable, I mean it's the Chinnaswamy. I've grown up here and I think it's the stadium with most last-ball finishes.
During match no. 43 of IPL 2023, LSG skipper KL Rahul limped off the field during their home match against RCB.
Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings rode on Urvil Patel's explosive 23-ball 65 to beat Lucknow Super Giants by five wickets in a tense IPL clash and keep their playoff hopes alive in Chennai on Sunday.
Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler's brilliant partnership powers Gujarat Titans to a comfortable seven-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026.
LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka's animated post-match exchange with skipper Rishabh Pant went viral after their defeat to Delhi Capitals, sparking debate among fans.
Lucknow Super Giants released an 'unfiltered' video showing Owner Sanjiv Goenka and Captain Rishabh Pant in a seemingly friendly exchange after their loss to Delhi Capitals, aiming to dispel rumours of a heated argument. However, the video has been met with scepticism from some fans.
Sameer Rizvi's unbeaten 70 powers Delhi Capitals to a remarkable comeback win over LSG after early collapse, sealing the chase with a 119-run stand with Tristan Stubbs.
Lucknow Super Giants face a tough challenge against a confident Sunrisers Hyderabad in their upcoming IPL clash. SRH's explosive batting and home advantage make them favourites, while LSG needs to address their batting inconsistencies to secure their first win of the season.
Saba Karim says Rishabh Pant's struggles stem from lacking a clear white-ball template, as his poor IPL form continues with LSG.
Sanju Samson's century, Punjab Kings' record 265 chase, Rinku Singh's Super Over heroics and standout knocks from KL Rahul, Abhishek Sharma and Virat Kohli headline an action-packed Week 4 of IPL 2026.
Lucknow Super Giants skipper KL Rahul was chuffed to get most of his decisions right as he guided his team to a convincing eight-wicket victory over defending champions Chennai Super Kings in the IPL game in Lucknow on Friday.
IPL 2026 Week 6 featured Rohit Sharma's explosive return, Urvil Patel's record-equalling fifty, Finn Allen's maiden IPL ton and Rashid Khan's brilliant comeback spell.
The weekend games were a reminder of why the IPL is cricket's most popular and exciting tournament.
Rishabh Pant is set to bat at number three for Lucknow Super Giants in the upcoming IPL season, a strategic move aimed at revitalising his form and securing a spot in India's T20 plans. With a hefty price tag and the pressure to perform, Pant's success in this role is crucial for both his team and his international career.
Lucknow Super Giants face Gujarat Titans in an IPL clash, aiming to improve their poor home record despite recent away wins and the emergence of Mukul Choudhary.
All but out of contention for the IPL play-offs, KL Rahul's future as Lucknow Super Giants skipper is uncertain for the remaining two games after the team received a pasting at the hands of Sunrisers Hyderabad at home on Wednesday.
KL Rahul might feel a bit frustrated but he has not done "bad at all" with the bat, said assistant coach Lance Klusener, who feels the Lucknow Super Giants skipper was forced to curb his attacking instincts with wickets falling around him this IPL.
Cheteshwar Pujara expresses surprise at Rishabh Pant's inability to replicate his Test cricket success in the IPL, suggesting a need for greater clarity in his approach to T20 batting. Pujara also addresses Hardik Pandya's captaincy and defends Suryakumar Yadav's form.
KL Rahul opened up on his recent exit from Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) ahead of the 2025 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) and said that he wanted to start fresh in the T20 tournament.
Gujarat Titans held their nerve in a tense finish to beat Punjab Kings by four wickets in Ahmedabad, sealing their third straight win after a see-saw chase that went down to the final over.
Shubman Gill's explosive 84 and Sai Sudharsan's fluent 55 powered Gujarat Titans to a formidable 229/4 against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL match. Gill's innings, marked by elegant strokeplay and aggressive intent, set the stage for Gujarat's dominance.
LSG skipper KL Rahul, whose team also finished out of play-off zone was disappointed.
A recap of the action of the third week of IPL 2026.
A recap of the action of the second week of IPL 2026.
B Sai Sudharsan's magnificent century propelled Gujarat Titans to a competitive total against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their IPL match. His innings defied T20 conventions, proving runs can be made without aggressive hitting.
Delhi Capitals face Mumbai Indians in their first home game of IPL 2026, focusing on top-order stability against Mumbai's strong batting lineup.
It's storm in a tea cup: Klusener downplays Goenka's public outburst on KL Rahul
Delhi Capitals annihilated Lucknow Super Giants by eight wickets in an IPL match in Lucknow on Tuesday.
'Coaches, captains are constantly being asked a lot of questions. It almost, after a point, feels like you are being questioned as to "Why did you make this change? Why did he play in the XI? Why is it that the opposition got 200 and we couldn't even get 120? Why are their bowlers getting more spin?"' 'These are questions that we never get asked throughout the year, right? Because the coaches who are there know what's going on. You are only answerable to the coaches and the selectors, who have all played cricket and understand the nuances of the game.'
Rajat Patidar's aggressive innings helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru reach a total of 201 for 8 against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL match, after a shaky start.
Openers KL Rahul and Quinton de Kock hit fifties as LSG trounced CSK by eight wickets.
Lucknow Super Giants head coach Justin Langer was the brain behind making K L Rahul the 'Impact Player'.
Both DC and LSG have 10 points and a win will keep them safely perched in the higher echelons of the points table ahead of the jostlers.
Patidar was dropped thrice on the day en route his hundred and Rahul was livid with his team's fielding.
There has been a lot of speculations about K L Rahul's future as LSG skipper after his 'public reprimand' by team owner Sanjiv Goenka.
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru carried off from last season with dominating performances in their opening two games of IPL 2026.
Last year, Rahul's animated conversation with Goenka, after a heavy defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad, went viral although lot of people later called it a "frank discussion between owner and skipper".
With their respective leaders switching camps and squads undergoing major overhauls, both Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants, under new captains, will be eager to make a strong start to their IPL campaign when they face off in Visakhapatnam on Monday.
'He (Rahul) pulled his hip flexor, I guess. I do not know how bad it is'
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