Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) dough Nicholas Pooran made one of the most exciting shots Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026a breathtaking half-century off 16 balls Mumbai Indians (MI) in the 47th match at the iconic Wankhede Stadium.
Coming into the game under pressure after a lean performance, Pooran turned the tide in spectacular fashion, stunning fans and pundits alike with his fearless batting. His explosive knocks not only revived his campaign but also injected fresh energy into the struggling Lucknow Super Giants side.
Nicholas Pooran defies early failure with fearless determination
He came in after Pooran’s early dismissal Josh Englishwhich provides a quick start with 13 discounts with just five deliveries. At a time when LSG needed momentum, the West Indian star never took charge.
From the very first ball, Puran looked in complete control, dismantling the Mumbai Indians bowling attack with a mix of brute power and clean hitting. He targeted both pace and spin with equal authority, ensuring the pressure shifted firmly to the opposition.
His half-century, brought up in just 16 balls, marked his first fifty of the season and was a powerful reminder of his match-winning capabilities.
The record-breaking knock adds to Pura’s legacy
The blistering innings further etched Pura’s name in the IPL record books. His 16-ball fifty now stands as the second fastest half-century for Lucknow Super Giants, behind only his own 15-ball effort. Royal Challengers Bengaluru In IPL 2023.
In addition, Pooran has cemented his reputation as one of the fastest run-scorers in T20 cricket. The knock took him just short of his fifth half-century in 20 balls in the IPL. Abhishek Sharmawho leads the chart with six such fast fifty.
Pooran scored a sensational 63 off just 21 deliveries, smashing a boundary and eight powerful sixes before finally being dismissed by Corbin Bosch. Despite his departure, the damage was already done as Mumbai Indians struggled to regain control.
A silver lining in LSG’s difficult campaign
Although Lucknow Super Giants have endured a tough campaign and remain at the bottom of the table, Poora’s return to form offers a significant positive. With playoff hopes fading, the focus is now on finishing the season strong and building momentum for the future.
For Mumbai Indians, the knock was a reminder of the unpredictable nature of T20 cricket, where one innings can change the course of a match.
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Fans celebrated Pura’s return to form, sparking a wave of reactions on social media. Many hailed him as one of the best batsmen of the season, praising his aggressive intent and ability to dominate world-class bowlers.
Cricket fans have highlighted how Pooran thrives under pressure and often performs when least expected. His return has not only silenced his critics but has also reignited confidence among LSG supporters.
Here’s how the fans reacted:
Nicholas Pooran hits the right number@IrfanPathan
— Yusuf Pathan (@iamyusufpathan) May 4, 2026
300 SR. 8 six. Flying kisses to everyone today, Nicky P ❤️💙 pic.twitter.com/PbeRgLBPB5
— Lucknow Super Giants (@LucknowIPL) May 4, 2026
16 BALL FIFTY BY NICHOLAS POORAN 🥶 What a crazy knock against Mumbai Indians. pic.twitter.com/jDgNU3mrpH
– Jones. (@CricCrazyJohns) May 4, 2026
16 balls 50 for Nicolas Puran💥
The man finally came into his animal mode🔥 pic.twitter.com/S3uw1JJ6eB— cricmawa (@cricmawa) May 4, 2026
Finally, the LSG management regained their sanity and they sent Nicholas Poora at No.3, who has so far scored 612 runs, an average of 40.8 and an IPL-high strike rate of 191.8.
— Abhishek AB (@ABsay_ek) May 4, 2026
Nicholas Puran: pic.twitter.com/7Jt0r4S0zb
— Sagar (@sagarcasm) May 4, 2026
Nicholas Pooran finally arrived. pic.twitter.com/V2i4Xxtxhu
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) May 4, 2026
🚨 NICHOLAS POORAN in IPL 2026 🚨
8, 1, 13, 19, 1, 9, 22, 9
Nicholas Pooran finally went from silent mode to beast mode tonight. 🔥
Pooran came tonight with only one mood, destruction mode. 35 off 20 off and LSG fans finally get to see the real beast at ₹21 crore.#IPL2026 #MIvsLSG pic.twitter.com/P4OFCjuN7W
— KRIK-MATE👑 (@krik90mate) May 4, 2026
16-BALL FIFTY FOR NICHOLAS POORAN. pic.twitter.com/QInJg4fn6x
— Maina Singh (@Maina_Singhx77) May 4, 2026
16 TOP FIFTY NICHOLAS POORAN 🥶
What a crazy knock against Mumbai Indians. pic.twitter.com/Hs06YV3oqe— SIR AYUSH 💛 (@ayush_m255) May 4, 2026
Well done Nicholas Pooran 👏
An explosive beat ends 🫡#NicholasPooran #MIvsLSG #IPL2026 pic.twitter.com/fwj0wPsP1J— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) May 4, 2026
Nicholas Pooran 63(21)
Well done Nicky P 🫡pic.twitter.com/xgfcU7RCYU— Harshit (@I_am_Harshit_17) May 4, 2026
It’s absolute carnage at the Wankhede
Nicholas Pooran plays a pure, merciless shot before his eyes.
Absolutely amazing, it’s dominance on another level#MIvsLSG #MumbaiIndians #GoodluckSuperGiants #Pants #RohitSharma #IPL #Pooran pic.twitter.com/ydSMEGPHne
— Aishwarya Jaiswal (@SillyPointHQ) May 4, 2026
A standing ovation from the LSG PLAYERS AND the crowd.🙌
Nicholas Pooran is gone – 63 OFF 21 balls. pic.twitter.com/XlNdvXsYUO
— Maina Singh (@Maina_Singhx77) May 4, 2026
Nicholas Pooran’s 16-ball half-century in a completely different zone. pic.twitter.com/g8OlAoVb2Z
— Kashif (@KashifNdmCric) May 4, 2026
Half Century for Nicholas Pooran in just 16b pic.twitter.com/0GjpivKS6R
— 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒃𝒂𝒔 (@Shebas_10dulkar) May 4, 2026
THE DESTRUCTION OF NICHOLAS POORA. 🔥
– Nicholas Pooran smashed a 16-ball fifty against Mumbai Indians. pic.twitter.com/dGIuIn4VEA
— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) May 4, 2026
Nicholas Pooran – 16 BALL FIFTY 🤯
After a long wait this season, comeback mode is ON 💥 pic.twitter.com/wsUIbQQLVd— CricBharat (@DilPrabhat88) May 4, 2026
After Puran scored 63(21) today pic.twitter.com/8tSNBJNq2c
— Cricket Out of Context (@GemsOfCricket) May 4, 2026
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