The Rajasthan Royals kicked off their IPL 2024 campaign with a thrilling 20-run victory over the Lucknow Super Giants. Led by a powerful 82-run (not out) performance from captain Sanju Samson, Rajasthan posted a challenging target of 194 runs.
Despite a strong chase highlighted by Nicholas Pooran’s 64 runs and Lokesh Rahul’s 58, Lucknow ultimately fell short, managing 173 for 6 in their allotted 20 overs. Trent Boult was the standout bowler for Rajasthan, taking two wickets.