Ayush Badoni Becomes Second Indian Batter to Score 1000 IPL Runs for LSG Ayush Badoni achieved a significant milestone in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on April 9, 2026, by becoming the second Indian batter to score 1,000 runs for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). The 26-year-old right-handed batsman reached this mark during the IPL 2026 match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), where he played a pivotal role in LSG’s 182-run chase. Badoni needed 25 runs to join the 1,000-run club for LSG and accomplished the feat in the 12th over of the innings, solidifying his place in the franchise’s history. This accomplishment places Badoni in an elite group of players who have consistently performed for LSG. KL Rahul, the first Indian batter to reach 1,000 runs for the team, was signed by LSG ahead of the IPL 2022 mega auction. Rahul, a 33-year-old right-handed batter from Bengaluru, played 38 IPL matches for LSG between 2022 and 2024, accumulating 1,410 runs. Badoni’s achievement now matches Rahul’s status as the second Indian to achieve this feat for the franchise. Badoni’s journey with LSG began in 2022, and his consistent performances have earned him recognition. As of April 9, 2026, he had played 59 IPL matches for LSG, scoring 6 half-centuries. In the ongoing IPL 2026 season, Badoni has participated in three matches, contributing 39 runs. His career totals for LSG span across four seasons: 161 runs in 2022, 238 in 2023, 235 in 2024, and 329 in 2025. His performance in the 2025 season alone was a standout, as he scored 329 runs in 11 innings across 14 matches. Badoni’s milestone also places him in the company of other notable players who have reached the 1,000-run mark for LSG. Nicholas Pooran, a former West Indies batter, was the first to join this elite list last year, with 1,403 runs.#ipl_2026 #kolkata_knight_riders #kl_rahul #lsg #ayush_badoni
LSG's Ayush Badoni Floors KKR, Completes 1,000 IPL Runs Chasing a target of 182 in Match 15 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) delivered a stunning victory over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Thursday. The win, secured by three wickets, was anchored by a standout performance from Delhi-born cricketer Ayush Badoni, who smashed a 54-run innings to propel his team to victory. Badoni’s knock not only secured the win but also marked a personal milestone as he crossed the 1,000-run mark in his IPL career. Badoni’s innings began with LSG at 42/2, where he partnered with skipper Rishabh Pant to build a 32-run stand. The duo’s collaboration was pivotal, as Pant’s leadership and Badoni’s aggressive approach laid the foundation for the chase. Badoni continued his dominance by forming a 22-run partnership with Nicholas Pooran, further tightening the gap for KKR. His innings was characterized by calculated aggression, with Badoni striking two sixes and seven fours in his 34-ball contribution. He was eventually dismissed by Anukul Roy in the 15th over, with LSG at 126/6. Despite the early setbacks, Badoni’s ability to rotate the strike and maintain momentum proved critical. The 54-run innings marked Badoni’s seventh half-century in the IPL and his 11th T20 fifty overall. His performance against KKR was particularly notable, as he amassed 138 runs from six matches against the team at an average of 34.50. This included a 54-run knock that showcased his ability to adapt to different conditions and exploit the opposition’s weaknesses. Badoni’s milestone of 1,000 IPL runs was achieved during this innings, bringing his total to 1,029 runs at an average of 26.38 from 59 matches (49 innings).#kkr #rishabh_pant #lsg #ayush_badoni #nicholas_pooran
IPL 2026: Ayush Badoni Joins Elite List Featuring KL Rahul, Nicholas Pooran Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) player Ayush Badoni made history by becoming the third batter in the Indian Premier League (IPL) to score 1,000 runs for his franchise. The milestone was achieved during LSG’s match against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on April 12, 2026, at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Badoni, a right-handed batsman, needed 25 runs to reach the 1,000-run mark for LSG and accomplished it in the 12th over of his team’s innings during a 182-run chase. His performance included a blistering 54 off 34 balls, featuring seven fours and two sixes. Badoni now stands at 1,029 runs in 59 matches for LSG, averaging 26.38. He joins KL Rahul, who was the first LSG batter to reach the 1,000-run milestone in the IPL, and Nicholas Pooran, a former West Indies player who achieved the feat for LSG last year. This marks Badoni as the second Indian batter to cross the 1,000-run threshold for the franchise. The match itself was a thrilling encounter, with LSG securing a three-wicket victory over KKR. The win marked LSG’s second triumph of the IPL 2026 season. The team’s success was built on twin half-centuries from Badoni and Mukul Choudhary, who anchored the innings and ensured a comfortable chase. The victory also highlighted LSG’s resilience, as they overcame a challenging target set by KKR’s formidable batting lineup. The IPL 2026 season has seen several milestones and dramatic moments. Earlier in the tournament, Punjab Kings defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by six wickets in a match at New Chandigarh on April 11, 2026. Punjab’s victory was fueled by a strong performance from their bowlers, who restricted Sunrisers to 219/6 in 20 overs.#ipl_2026 #kl_rahul #lsg #ayush_badoni #nicholas_pooran
