Lucknow Super Giants owner, Sanjiv Goenka, shared a touching moment with Mukul Choudhary following the young player’s outstanding performance in the IPL 2026 match against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens. Mukul’s unbeaten 54 off 27 deliveries led LSG to a thrilling victory, surpassing KKR’s total of 181 runs. Post-match, Goenka engaged in a heartfelt conversation with Mukul, embracing him and expressing appreciation with a forehead kiss.
The heartwarming interaction between Goenka and Mukul was captured in a viral video on social media, showcasing the emotional significance of Mukul’s innings and the team’s crucial win. With 2 wins and 1 loss in the ongoing season, LSG currently holds the 5th spot on the IPL 2026 table.
Mukul’s heroic performance turned the game around as he joined the crease with LSG struggling at 128 for 7 in pursuit of 182 runs, with KKR in a commanding position. Despite the odds, the young player displayed exceptional skill and determination. He strategically attacked the bowling in the 17th over, hitting two crucial sixes off Vaibhav Arora, reigniting LSG’s chase momentum.
Continuing his aggressive play, Mukul targeted Kartik Tyagi next, adding two more sixes to keep LSG in contention. The defining moment came in the 19th over when he hammered Cameron Green for two sixes and a boundary, bringing the victory closer. In a nerve-wracking final over, Mukul showcased composure and skill by smashing two more sixes off Vaibhav Arora to secure the win with an impressive unbeaten score of 54 off 27 balls, featuring 2 fours and 7 sixes.
Mukul’s remarkable turnaround from 128 for 7 to a match-winning innings not only secured the victory for LSG but also snatched it away from KKR, showcasing his resilience and ability to perform under pressure.