Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) endured a sluggish start, reaching just 35/1 at the end of the powerplay against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), while skipper Rishabh Pant was forced to retire hurt after sustaining an elbow injury.

LSG lost an early wicket when Aiden Markram was dismissed by Rasikh Dar. The South African batter managed 12 runs off 8 balls before being caught, leaving the hosts under pressure in the early overs.