Arshdeep Singh Scripts Unwanted IPL Record as LSG Power to 196
Arshdeep Singh Scripts Unwanted IPL Record as LSG Power to 196
Arshdeep Singh's nightmare spell makes history for all the wrong reasons. See how Josh Inglis and Ayush Badoni fueled Lucknow Super Giants' massive total against Punjab Kings.
It was a night to forget for Punjab Kings’ ace pacer Arshdeep Singh at the Ekana Cricket Stadium. During the high-stakes IPL 2026 clash against Lucknow Super Giants, the left-arm bowler was expected to lead the attack but ended up scripting an unwanted piece of history instead. Arshdeep surrendered 52 runs in just three overs, marking the seventh time he has conceded over 50 runs in an IPL match for PBKS—the most by any bowler in the franchise's history.
The onslaught began early when Australian wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis took a liking to Arshdeep’s opening over, smashing four boundaries to collect 16 runs. Inglis didn’t stop there, anchoring the LSG innings with a fiery 72. While the Punjab bowlers struggled to find their rhythm, LSG capitalized on every loose delivery, eventually posting a formidable total of 196 for six.
The middle overs belonged to young Ayush Badoni, whose sensational cameo of 43 off just 18 balls left the Punjab fielders shell-shocked. Badoni particularly targeted Azmatullah Omarzai, hammering 24 runs in a single over with a sequence of boundaries that brought the crowd to its feet. Supported by Rishabh Pant’s steady 26, the LSG batting lineup ensured they recovered from early wickets to finish the powerplay at a strong 66 for two.
Adding to the drama of the evening was the much-anticipated debut of Arjun Tendulkar for the Lucknow Super Giants. Stepping in immediately after the powerplay, Tendulkar impressed the fans with his disciplined line and length. Although he didn’t pick up a wicket, he remained unbeaten on five runs with the bat later in the innings, helping his team reach a very competitive target.
For Punjab Kings, the road ahead looks tough after such a expensive outing from their star bowler. While Arshdeep Singh has often been their hero in the past, this performance puts him at the top of an expensive list featuring names like Sam Curran and Kagiso Rabada. PBKS will now need a clinical batting performance to chase down the 197-run target set by a confident Lucknow side at home.
