Avesh Khan emerged as the hero for Lucknow Super Giants, defending nine runs in a tense final over to seal a thrilling two-run victory against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL 2025 encounter on Saturday. With this win, LSG returned to winning ways, while Rajasthan slumped to their fourth consecutive defeat and their second home loss in Jaipur.

Earlier in the match, Aiden Markram and Ayush Badoni starred with the bat, crafting impressive half-centuries and stitching together a crucial 76-run partnership for the fourth wicket. After the early dismissals of Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran during the powerplay, Markram stepped up with a composed 66 off 45 balls, including five fours and three sixes, steadying the innings at a critical moment.