Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2026 38th Match - Scorecard
Let us know that the match will go down memory lane, as it has been one of the most intense matches this season in Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2026 38th Match – Scorecard. Host: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium (Lucknow) Result: Kolkata Knight Riders won by 1 run. Game end type: Super Over.
This match had it all to offer, from losing wickets early to a brilliant comeback right then, aggressive batting with disciplined bowling and even nail-biting finishes. Here is the full scorecard and detailed match analysis in an easy-to-read format.
Match Overview
- Match: Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2026 38th Match
- Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM Local
- Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
- Toss: Lucknow Super Giants won the toss and chose to bowl
- Result: Match tied (Kolkata Knight Riders won in Super Over)
Kolkata Knight Riders Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ajinkya Rahane (c) | 10 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 66.67 |
| Tim Seifert (wk) | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Angkrish Raghuvanshi | 9 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 112.50 |
| Cameron Green | 34 | 21 | 0 | 3 | 161.90 |
| Rovman Powell | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 25.00 |
| Rinku Singh | 83* | 51 | 7 | 5 | 162.75 |
| Anukul Roy | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Ramandeep Singh | 6 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 54.55 |
| Sunil Narine | 4* | 6 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 |
Extras: 8
Total: 155/7 in 20 Overs (Run Rate: 7.75)
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Lucknow Super Giants Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammed Shami | 4 | 34 | 0 | 8.50 |
| Mohsin Khan | 4 | 23 | 5 | 5.80 |
| Prince Yadav | 4 | 24 | 0 | 6.00 |
| Digvesh Singh Rathi | 4 | 46 | 0 | 11.50 |
| George Linde | 2 | 18 | 1 | 9.00 |
| Aiden Markram | 2 | 9 | 0 | 4.50 |
Fall of Wickets – Kolkata Knight Riders
| Wicket | Score | Over |
|---|---|---|
| Tim Seifert | 3-1 | 1.6 |
| Ajinkya Rahane | 16-2 | 3.4 |
| Angkrish Raghuvanshi | 27-3 | 4.6 |
| Rovman Powell | 31-4 | 6.1 |
| Cameron Green | 73-5 | 10.5 |
| Anukul Roy | 73-6 | 10.6 |
| Ramandeep Singh | 93-7 | 14.6 |
Match Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | LSG vs KKR, 38th Match |
| Series | Indian Premier League 2026 |
| Venue | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| Toss | LSG opted to bowl |
| Umpires | Keyur Kelkar, Abhijeet Bengeri |
| Third Umpire | Rohan Pandit |
| Referee | Javagal Srinath |
First Innings Summary – Kolkata Knight Riders
With the Kolkata Knight Riders innings starting, things were not that easy. The top order had some well-established partnerships, but the team was under pressure due to early wickets. Each of Captain Ajinkya Rahane and wicketkeeper Tim Seifert came a cropper.
But when Rinku Singh came to the crease, it was game over. He mustered an outstanding 83 not out in what was one of the best innings of the season. He drove the ball with authority, timed it beautifully, and turned ones into twos like a pro.
Cameron Green also played an important role getting 34 runs, so the innings stabilized. Kolkata Knight Riders started this season on a losing wicket but posted 155 runs taking wickets at regular intervals.
Lucknow Super Giants Bowling Performance
Bowling for Lucknow Super Giants was phenomenal, especially Mohsin Khan, who bowled a brilliant spell. He took 5 wickets and broke the KKR batting order.
Mohammed Shami bowled with pace and aggression (though wicketless). George Linde supported with one crucial wicket.
The bowlers started the innings well and ensured Kolkata never got to a higher number.
Second Innings Summary – Lucknow Super Giants Chase
Lucknow Super Giants began their chase of the 156-run target slowly. The batting lineup chipped away and attempted to stitch some partnerships. Both Rishabh Pant and Mitchell Marsh provided important contributions to keep the scoreboard ticking.
But KKR bowlers made sure they would not have an easy chase. Clutch wickets caused some breathing space, and we went down to the last over.
The match ended in a dramatic crescendo, with Lucknow Super Giants able to tie the scores after 20 overs.
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Super Over Drama
The live encounter went to the Super Over, where it was gripping. While both sides performed well, the Kolkata Knight Riders handled pressure more effectively.
Had their bowlers bowled well, the batters would have ensured that they score those runs. Again, Kolkata Knight Riders won the Super Over and got 2 crucial points
Key Highlights of the Match
There were a lot of memories from this match:
- Outstanding unbeaten 83 by Rinku Singh
- Brilliant 5-wicket haul by Mohsin Khan
- Early collapse of KKR top order
- Strong fightback by middle order
- Nail-biting finish leading to Super Over
- Calm and composed performance by KKR in Super Over
Turning Point of the Match
The partnership that had started this turnaround came from the bat of Rinku Singh after back-to-back early wickets. His knock helped Kolkata Knight Riders give a respectable target.
Mohsin Khan took 5 wickets in the other big moment of the game, which always kept Lucknow Super Giants under pressure while chasing.
Player of the Match
Rinku Singh was the Man of the Match. His 83 not out assisted his team in putting up a good fight back from a precarious position to post a respectable total.
Impact on Tournament
This win leaves Kolkata Knight Riders further up in the tournament ladder and full of confidence. The match summed up the fighting nature of Lucknow Super Giants, but they let themselves and the results down by settling with a tie.
Conclusion
Highlighting how T20 cricket can be at its very best, scorecard of the 38th Match, IPL 2026 – Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders The game had it all for cricket fans—early blowouts, a huge comeback, and ending with a Super Over finish!
Both sides made an equal number of mistakes, but Kolkata Knight Riders held their nerve better when it mattered most to win a hard-fought battle. Lucknow Super Giants: The Lucknow Super Giants did play well but fell way short in the final moments.
That match is likely to go down as one of the most exciting games of IPL 2026.
FAQs
1. Who won the Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders 38th match?
Kolkata Knight Riders won the match in the Super Over.
2. What was the total score of KKR?
Kolkata Knight Riders scored 155/7 in 20 overs.
3. Who was the top scorer in the match?
Rinku Singh scored 83 not out.
4. Who took the most wickets?
Mohsin Khan took 5 wickets.
5. Where was the match played?
The match was played at Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
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