LSG's Badoni and Khan Break IPL Record with Historic 8th-Wicket Partnership

Lucknow Super Giants' Badoni and Khan Script IPL History with Record-Breaking Partnership

In a thrilling encounter at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, Lucknow Super Giants' Ayush Badoni and Arshad Khan etched their names in the Indian Premier League (IPL) record books by forging the highest 8th-wicket partnership in the tournament's history.

The duo entered the crease with LSG reeling at 94/7 against Delhi Capitals. However, they displayed remarkable resilience and determination, stitching together an unbeaten 73-run partnership that propelled their team to a competitive total.

Badoni, playing in only his second IPL match, played a pivotal role in the partnership. He scored his maiden IPL fifty in just 31 balls, showcasing a blend of caution against spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel before unleashing his attacking strokes against the pacers.

Arshad, on the other hand, provided valuable support to Badoni, contributing with crucial runs and showcasing his batting prowess. His innings was particularly impressive considering he was playing in his first IPL match.

Their heroic effort with the bat ensured that LSG posted a challenging total of 167/7 in their allotted 20 overs, providing their bowlers with a competitive target to defend.

The 73-run partnership between Badoni and Khan not only stands as the highest 8th-wicket stand in IPL history but also ranks as the second-highest partnership for the 8th wicket or below in the tournament's history. The record for the highest partnership in this category belongs to Gujarat Titans' Rashid Khan and Alzarri Joseph, who put on an 88-run stand against Mumbai Indians in the previous edition of the tournament.

Following closely behind, the duo of Brad Hodge and James Faulkner holds the third spot with a 69-run partnership for Rajasthan Royals in 2014 against Mumbai Indians in Ahmedabad.

The record-breaking partnership between Badoni and Khan is a testament to their talent and determination. It also highlights the importance of lower-order batsmen in T20 cricket, as they can often make significant contributions to their team's success.

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