In a dramatic IPL 2026 match held in Kolkata, Mukul Choudhary emerged as a hero for the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), leading them to a thrilling victory over the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Choudhary, a 21-year-old wicketkeeper-batter from Jhunjhunu, scored 54 runs off 27 balls, including an impressive seven sixes, to help his team chase down a target of 182 runs. LSG found themselves in a precarious position at 128/7 in the 16th over, but Choudhary's explosive batting turned the tide. The match ended dramatically with LSG securing the win on the last ball of the innings. Earlier, KKR had set a competitive total of 181 runs, with notable contributions from Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Ajinkya Rahane, and Rovman Powell. For LSG, Digvesh Singh Rathi was the standout bowler, taking 1 wicket for 25 runs. Choudhary's performance not only clinched the match but also showcased his potential as a rising star in the IPL.