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MI vs LSG Highlights, IPL 2025: Lucknow Super Giants beat Mumbai Indians by 12 runs

THE TIMES OF INDIA | Apr 04, 2025, 23:44:22 IST

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MI vs LSG Highlights, IPL 2025: Lucknow Super Giants beat Mumbai Indians by 12 runs

MI vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: The Ekana Stadium is set for a high-stakes IPL clash on Friday as Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) host Mumbai Indians (MI) in a contest dominated by questions surrounding the form of two of India’s most prominent cricketers -- Rishabh Pant and Rohit Sharma.

Both players have endured a lean run so far, and their lack of runs has significantly impacted their teams' fortunes in the 2025 season.

Pant, now leading LSG, has scored just 17 runs in three matches. As the most expensive player in IPL history, the expectations were sky-high, but his inability to find rhythm with the bat is becoming a concern. With LSG losing their first home game comprehensively to Punjab Kings, pressure is mounting on the captain to deliver, especially with home support not yielding an advantage.

On the other side, Rohit Sharma’s quick-fire approach at the top hasn't paid off either. His impatience at the crease has often resulted in early dismissals, leaving MI vulnerable. Despite a morale-boosting win over KKR, the five-time champions remain inconsistent with only two points from three games.

There is some optimism for LSG with the return of pacer Avesh Khan and Akash Deep expected to strengthen the bowling unit. However, both teams are in dire need of inspiration, and that may well come from their marquee players stepping up.

With Suryakumar Yadav and Nicholas Pooran capable of lighting up the evening, fans will hope for a thrilling contest, but the spotlight will firmly remain on Pant and Rohit.

MI vs LSG Squad:

Mumbai Indians Squad: Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton(w), Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya(c), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Ashwani Kumar, Vignesh Puthur, Corbin Bosch, Raj Bawa, Robin Minz, Satyanarayana Raju, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Karn Sharma, Reece Topley, Bevon Jacobs, Krishnan Shrijith, Arjun Tendulkar

Lucknow Super Giants Squad: Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant(w/c), Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Shardul Thakur, Avesh Khan, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Ravi Bishnoi, Manimaran Siddharth, Prince Yadav, Shahbaz Ahmed, Himmat Singh, Akash Maharaj Singh, Matthew Breetzke, Aryan Juyal, RS Hangargekar, Yuvraj Chaudhary, Akash Deep, Mayank Yadav, Shamar Joseph, Arshin Kulkarni

23:44 (IST) Apr 04

There is always pressure when you are bowling the penultimate or the last over, Avesh did a great job as well. But at the end of the day you're paid to do that job. It was a tricky surface, sometimes you thought the slower ones would work but even a few slower ones were hit for boundaries, in the end it was the yorkers that worked. We do see what happened in the first half, but we have seen in the IPL that the pitch changes in the second half and becomes better, it is about adjusting to the conditions. He (Rathi) is a phenomenal bowler and a character as well, we need such guys in the team - who comes in and delivers for the team and he has been a bit of a surprise in the IPL. I feel the bounce is even on the red soil and the ball comes on nicely but you need more skills as a batter on black soil when there's no dew.

Shardul Thakur

23:43 (IST) Apr 04

It has been disappointing when you lose. If we have to be honest, on the field, we gave away 10-15 runs on that wicket. I have always enjoyed my bowling. I don't think I have many options. I try to read the wicket and try some smart options. I dont try to go for wickets. I try to bowl dot balls and let the batters take risks. I think as a batting unit, we fell short. We win as a team. We lose as a team. Don't want to point someone out. The ownership has to be taken by the whole batting unit. I take full ownership. It was obvious. We needed some hits. In cricket, some of those days come. When you try but it doesn't come off. Just play good cricket. I like to keep it simple. Take better calls. Be smart in bowling. Take chances in batting. Play simple cricket with some aggression. As it is a long tournament, couple of wins and we might get into the rhythm.

Hardik Pandya

23:24 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: LSG beat MI by 12 runs

Mumbai Indians (MI) fall short, finishing at 191-5, losing by 12 runs.

Hardik Pandya (28 not out off 16) started the final over with a massive six but couldn't find enough boundaries. LSG's disciplined bowling, especially Avesh Khan's last over, sealed the victory. MI needed 22 off the final ball but couldn't score.

LSG's smart fielding and controlled death bowling made the difference!

LSG 203/8 (20) beat MI 191/5 (20) by five wickets

23:19 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: Tilak Varma has been retired out; MI need 22 off 6 balls

Hardik Pandya (19* off 11) is struggling to find boundaries, while Tilak Varma has been retired out to bring in Mitchell Santner (2* off 1) for the final push. Shardul Thakur bowls a brilliant over, allowing only singles and a two, putting MI under pressure with 22 needed off the final over.

MI 182/5 in 19 overs in chase of 204

23:13 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians need 29 runs in 12 balls

Mumbai Indians are 175-4 after 18 overs. Hardik Pandya (16* off 8) is accelerating with clever stroke play, while Tilak Varma (23* off 21) is holding steady. Digvesh Rathi bowled a disciplined spell of 1/21, but a misfield and an umpiring error allowed MI to capitalise. With two overs left, MI will aim for a big finish.

MI 175/4 in 18 overs in chase of 204

23:07 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: OUT! Avesh Khan gets Suryakumar Yadav

Suryakumar Yadav's brilliant 67 off 43 balls ended with a well-judged catch by Abdul Samad. Hardik Pandya has started aggressively with a boundary, while Tilak Varma remains steady at the crease. Avesh Khan picked up the crucial wicket but also conceded runs. MI will look to finish strong in the final three overs.

MI 164/4 in 17 overs in chase of 204

23:03 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians need 61 runs in 30 balls

Mumbai Indians are well placed at 152-3 after 16 overs, with Suryakumar Yadav leading the charge with a fluent 67* off 42 balls. Tilak Varma is providing steady support at the other end. Ravi Bishnoi finished his spell wicketless, conceding 40 runs in his four overs. MI will look to accelerate in the final overs to overcome the target.

MI 152/3 in 16 overs in chase of 204

22:52 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: SKY hits fifty

A steady over from Ravi Bishnoi, conceding 8 runs. Suryakumar Yadav reaches his fifty with a brilliant late cut for four, while singles and a well-run two keep the scoreboard moving.

MI 133/3 in 14 overs in chase of 204

22:45 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: Suryakumar Yadav inches closer to his half-century! Mumbai Indians need 79 runs in 42 balls

A mixed over from Shardul Thakur, giving away 12 runs, including two wides and a crisp cut shot for four by Suryakumar Yadav. MI keep the scoreboard ticking with singles and a couple of twos.

MI 125/3 in 13 overs in chase of 204

22:37 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: A brilliant over from Digvesh Rathi!

A brilliant over from Digvesh Rathi, conceding just 2 runs with tight lines and clever googlies. Tilak Varma and Suryakumar Yadav struggle to find gaps as MI's scoring rate slows.

MI 113/3 in 12 overs in chase of 204

22:34 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: Suryakumar Yadav finds his rhythm; Mumbai Indians need 93 runs in 54 balls

Suryakumar Yadav finds his rhythm with two gorgeous fours -- one through point and another a stylish cover drive. Tilak Varma rotates the strike, while Avesh Khan concedes 10 runs in the over.

MI 111/3 in 11 overs in chase of 204

22:28 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: End of 10 overs! Mumbai Indians need 103 runs in 60 balls

Ravi Bishnoi leaks a few boundaries in his second over. Tilak Varma ends it with a classy four, while Suryakumar Yadav finds one earlier with a cheeky sweep over short fine-leg. A productive over for Mumbai Indians — 12 runs from it.

MI 101/3 in 10 overs in chase of 204 chase

22:20 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: OUT! Digvesh Rathi pockets Naman Dhir, follows it with another fiery send-off

Digvesh Singh Rathi strikes early in the over, bowling Naman Dhir for 46 and celebrating with his signature notebook move. He follows it up with a tight spell, giving away just 3 runs in total. Solid over from Rathi puts the brakes on Mumbai's momentum.

MI 89/3 in 9 overs in chase of 204

22:16 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: Bishnoi concedes 11 runs; MI stge comeback

Ravi Bishnoi concedes 11 runs in his first over. Naman Dhir pulls confidently for a boundary, and Suryakumar Yadav is gifted another four—credited as runs though it brushed his arm. Both batters rotate strike well, keeping the scoreboard ticking. A steady over for Mumbai Indians!

MI 86/2 in 8 overs in chase of 204

22:05 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: End of powerplay! Mumbai Indians need 140 runs in 84 balls

Digvesh Rathi keeps things tidy in his first over, but an unlucky leg bye for four off the first ball adds to the runs. The rest of the over is well-controlled with singles on every ball, as the batters rotate strike. 9 runs come off the over, including extras, and Mumbai Indians reach 64/2 at the end of the powerplay.

MI 64/2 in 6 overs in chase of 204

22:01 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: Avesh Khan keeps it tight; one over remaining in powerplay

A steady over with a big finish! Avesh Khan starts well with a few tight deliveries, but Suryakumar Yadav ends it in style with a lofted six down the ground on the final ball. Naman Dhir rotates strike effectively. 9 runs come off the over as Mumbai Indians look a strong finish to powerplay!

MI 55/2 in 5 overs in chase of 204

21:55 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: Massive over of 21 runs!

A huge over for Mumbai Indians! Naman Dhir goes on the attack, smashing Akash Deep for two sixes and two fours in four consecutive deliveries. Akash loses his line and Dhir makes the most of it with clean, powerful shots all around the wicket. Despite a dot to end the over, MI rack up 21 runs and gain serious momentum.

MI 46/2 in 4 overs in chase of 204

21:44 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: OUT! Ryan Rickelton departs

Shardul Thakur strikes again! After being clipped for a four by Rickelton on the first ball, he bounces back to remove him with a short ball — caught by Bishnoi at deep square. Naman Dhir follows up with a beautiful straight six, but Suryakumar Yadav plays cautiously to end the over.

MI 25/2 in 3 overs in chase of 204

21:40 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: OUT! Akash Deep strikes, Will Jacks departs

Akash Deep delivers a tight over, giving away just 4 runs and picking up the crucial wicket of Will Jacks. Jacks mistimes a pull and is caught at deep square leg by Bishnoi. Naman Dhir gets off the mark with a couple, while Rickelton continues rotating strike. Early breakthrough for LSG.

MI 13/1 in 2 overs in chase of 204

21:39 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: A steady start for Mumbai Indians

Shardul Thakur concedes 9 runs in the opening over. Will Jacks and Ryan Rickelton rotate the strike well with a couple of singles and twos, before Rickelton finishes the over with a boundary through the off-side. A steady start for Mumbai Indians.

MI 9/0 in 1 overs in chase of 204

21:16 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: FIFER for Hardik! LSG reach 203/8 in 20 overs

LSG post 203/8 after being sent in to bat! On a pitch that wasn’t a belter, Lucknow Super Giants showed great intent and smart batting. Mitchell Marsh survived a non-review in the first over and made Mumbai pay with a blistering knock that powered LSG to 60 in the powerplay. His 76-run opening stand set the tone. A mini-collapse followed with three quick wickets, but a vital partnership between Aiden Markram (53 off 38) and Ayush Badoni (30 off 19) rebuilt the innings. David Miller chipped in late, and despite losing wickets in a cluster at the death—including a brilliant 5-wicket haul by Hardik Pandya—LSG crossed the 200-mark. Only the second 200+ total ever at this venue. A strong total on a tricky surface; Mumbai will need something special to chase this down!

21:06 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: OUT! Abdul Samad departs; LSG six down

Trent Boult gets a crucial breakthrough, dismissing Abdul Samad who was looking to go big but failed to clear the deep mid-wicket boundary. The slower one does the trick again, and Samad picks out Naman Dhir with ease.

But LSG aren't slowed for long — David Miller and Shardul Thakur make sure the momentum stay alive, each finding a boundary to cap off the over.

LSG 188/6 in 19 overs vs MI

21:01 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: OUT! Aiden Markram departs, Two more overs left!

Hardik Pandya once again delivers under pressure, picking up his third wicket of the night and ending Aiden Markram's crucial knock at 53 off 38 balls. The slower ball into the surface does the trick as Markram mistimes a loft and holes out to Raj Bawa at long-off. It’s a big blow for LSG just as they were looking to push hard in the death overs.

LSG 177/5 in 18 overs vs MI

20:57 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: Can LSG reach 200?

A composed over from Vignesh Puthur with a few key moments. Aiden Markram brings up his sixth IPL fifty, a crucial knock that’s held LSG’s innings together. It’s also his first 50+ score after 10 innings in the league, and it’s come off a well-paced 34 balls. David Miller shows signs of intent too, sweeping Puthur for a boundary early in the over. The rest is well controlled by the bowler, with just singles and a wide added.

LSG 168/4 in 17 overs

20:50 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: OUT! Ashwani Kumar picks Ayush Badoni

Ashwani Kumar gets a mix of relief and punishment in this over. It began with a wide and a classy six by Markram, who is now one away from his fifty. Badoni continued his creative strokeplay with a fine lap shot for four, but fell trying to repeat it — smart catch by Rickelton ending a handy 30(19) knock. Miller gets off the mark on the final ball.

LSG 159/4 in 16 overs vs MI

20:46 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: LSG eye strong finish

A tidy over from Chahar with variations in pace, but LSG continue to tick along. Ayush Badoni keeps finding gaps, collecting a three and a two with clever placement. Markram chips in with a couple of singles but misses out on a loose one. Some sharp fielding, especially from Dhir, helps MI limit the damage.

LSG 146/3 in 15 overs vs MI

20:42 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: Santner ends his spell

Ayush Badoni flips the momentum with a flurry of boundaries, smashing three fours in a row off Santner to inject life back into the innings. He uses his feet smartly, mixing lofted shots with precise cuts and sweeps. Markram continues to rotate strike calmly. Santner ends a forgettable spell with figures of 4-0-46-0, punished in his final over.

LSG 138/3 in 14 overs vs MI

20:35 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: Vignesh Puthur keeps it tight

Another controlled over from Vignesh Puthur, who continues to keep things tight. Singles come off every ball, but there's little risk from the batters. Both Markram and Badoni struggle with timing, especially the latter, who survives a couple of leading edges that fall safely. Markram looks solid but isn’t finding the boundaries, while Badoni is still scratching around. Just 7 runs from the over!

LSG 123/3 in 13 overs vs MI

20:32 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: Quick wickets may've hurt LSG's run flow

A tidy over from Mitchell Santner with a little bit of everything — a boundary, a review, and some smart rotation. It begins with Markram cutting a short ball past point for four, though Boult's misfield gifts the runs. The spinner then builds pressure with dot balls, even prompting Hardik Pandya to take a review for LBW against Badoni, which is saved by umpire's call due to the distance of impact. A couple of singles and a well-run two to finish keeps the scoreboard ticking.

LSG 116/3 in 12 overs vs MI

20:24 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: OUT! Rishabh Pant gone for only 2

Hardik Pandya brings himself on and changes the game in an over filled with drama. It starts with a bang -- Markram slashes a short ball over third man for six. A single follows, but then the tide turns. Rishabh Pant, struggling yet again, falls to a slower delivery, mistiming a tuck and gifting a leading edge to the substitute fielder Corbin Bosch at mid-off. Pandya celebrates fiercely as he picks up his second. Ayush Badoni walks in and survives a testing couple of deliveries, including a sharp bouncer and a wide. Just 8 runs off the over, but crucially, Pandya has struck again to dent LSG’s momentum.

LSG 108/3 in 11 overs

20:20 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: Pant in the middle; 10th over ends!

Vignesh Puthur keeps things relatively tight, but Aiden Markram finds a release shot to keep the scoreboard moving. He rocks back and hammers a short ball over wide long-on for a maximum — the highlight of the over. Pant, still settling in, plays cautiously and picks up a single. A couple of dot balls at the start and end ensure the over doesn’t get too expensive

LSG 100/2 in 10 overs vs MI

20:13 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: OUT! Pooran departs

20:10 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: Nicholas Pooran wastes no time making an impact

Nicholas Pooran wastes no time making an impact! After a dot to start his innings, he explodes with a signature slog sweep for six over deep mid-wicket, followed by a drilled four wide of long-on. His quickfire knock instantly swings the momentum back in LSG’s favour after Marsh’s dismissal. Markram rotates strike with a couple of singles, while Santner struggles to keep things tight despite a decent start to the over. 12 runs come off it, and LSG continue to score at a brisk pace.

LSG 88/1 in 8 overs vs MI

20:04 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: OUT! Vignesh Puthur pockets Mitchell Marsh

A crucial breakthrough for Mumbai Indians as debutant Vignesh Puthur strikes in his very first over. After Aiden Markram smacks a massive six down the ground to ease pressure, the big wicket of Mitchell Marsh follows.

Marsh, who had been in sublime touch, perishes trying to work a tossed-up delivery -- only to chip a simple return catch back to the bowler. He departs for a brilliant 60 off 31, filled with 9 boundaries and 2 sixes. LSG lose their first wicket at 76, just as MI start clawing back into the contest after a powerplay onslaught.

LSG 76/1 in 7 overs vs MI

20:00 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score: 50! Marsh hits another hafl-century; End of PP

Mitchell Marsh goes berserk in Ashwani Kumar’s over, smashing 23 runs to finish the powerplay with authority. The over begins with a towering six straight down the ground, followed by a flurry of boundaries – a pulled four, a couple of twos, and a pair of well-placed drives to the fence. Marsh races to a 27-ball half-century, his third of the season, showcasing his dominance in the powerplay.

LSG 69/0 in 6 overs vs MI

19:49 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score: No boundary in fourth over

A tidy first over from Ashwani Kumar, conceding just 3 runs. He keeps things tight with good line and length, not allowing Marsh or Markram any room to free their arms. Both batters manage to rotate strikes with a few singles, but boundaries are well-contained. Markram plays cautiously, while Marsh takes no risks.

LSG 35/0 in 4 overs vs MI

19:48 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: Hardik Pandya breaks silence on Jasprit Bumrah

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya offered a much-awaited update on star pacer Jasprit Bumrah ahead of their IPL 2025 clash against Lucknow Super Giants on Friday.

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19:44 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score: Mitchell Marsh continues his aggressive intent

Mitchell Marsh continues his aggressive intent against Trent Boult, smacking a massive six over mid-off and following it up with a powerful four straight down the ground off an inside edge. Despite a couple of dot balls, the over yields 11 runs. Marsh rotates strike late in the over, while Markram sees off the final delivery.

LSG 32/0 in 3 overs vs MI

19:40 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score: 15 runs off the second over; LSG make strong start

big over for LSG as they pick up 15 runs off Deepak Chahar. Markram starts with a streaky four off the edge, before taking a single to rotate strike. Mitchell Marsh then takes charge—cracking a pull shot and a powerful drive for back-to-back boundaries. A wide delivery down leg adds to Chahar’s woes. Marsh looks in fine touch now, riding his luck after surviving a missed edge in the previous over.

LSG 21/0 in 2 overs vs MI

19:34 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score: Let's play! 6 runs off the first over

itchell Marsh opens the innings cautiously for LSG against Trent Boult. He starts with a controlled tuck off the pads for two runs, then plays out a few dot balls while getting his eye in. The highlight of the over comes off the third delivery, where Marsh drives a full delivery elegantly past mid-off for four. Boult keeps things tidy otherwise, ending the over with a testing length delivery that’s left alone.

LSG 6/0 in 1 over vs MI

19:19 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score: Why Rohit is not playing ...

Mumbai Indians star opener Rohit Sharma has been ruled out of a crucial match against Lucknow Super Giants.

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19:15 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score: Starting XIs

Lucknow Super Giants: Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant(w/c), Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Shardul Thakur, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Akash Deep, Avesh Khan

Mumbai Indians: Will Jacks, Ryan Rickelton(w), Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya(c), Naman Dhir, Raj Bawa, Mitchell Santner, Trent Boult, Ashwani Kumar, Deepak Chahar, Vignesh Puthur

19:02 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score: Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya wins the toss, opts to field against Lucknow Super Giants

LSG skipper Rishabh Pant: I think we are pretty confident as a batting unit. A very strong unit. Few of our players haven't come off including me. We had talked to play in this fashion throughout the tournament. The general discussion is to go our there and express yourself. We haven't talked about target we want to achieve.

MI skipper Hardik Pandya: We are gonna bowl first. Looks like a fresh wicket. Not sure how it is going to play. Looks a decent track. Dew might come in later. Thought better to chase. I think we in a group have spoken that we don't want to talk about the wickets. We are here to play good cricket. That's the talk we have. Let's not talk about the surfaces. I think adaptation. Sticking to right plans and being smart. Lot of runs are being scored. Cricket is situation based. Rohit was hit on the knee. He is missing out. Jasprit should be back soon.

18:58 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score: Toss upcoming!

"We are moving from pitch number 4 which is red soil to pitch number 6, this is black soil. There will be a change on the square boundaries - 73 and 66 meters square, 78 meters down the ground. It is dark, it is black, it has got a covering a grass but you're seeing that bare patches all around. The seam movement was quite low in the previous game, spin was only 1.4 degrees and the average bounce was very good for batting, you could hit through the line, but with this black soil there will be lowering of bounce. Spinners might get a little more turn and it will be a little bit slower. The average first innings score is 181 and that's your benchmark for batting first," - Daren Ganga on pitch and conditions

18:45 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score: Akash Deep, a new addition to pace attack for LSG

"I feel the first match is very important for me. I have played one practice match but after a two to three-month gap, you don't get the confidence until you play the match" - Akash Deep, who has recently joined LSG squad after recovering from a back injury.

18:39 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score: What’s at stake on the points table?

The IPL 2025 points table is tightly packed, and every game now matters. MI are currently sixth, while LSG sit just below at seventh. A win today could see either side break into the top five and gain a much-needed confidence boost. A loss, however, will only deepen the concerns around team combinations and form.

18:29 (IST) Apr 04

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18:11 (IST) Apr 04

IPL Live Score: Spotlight on the middle-order muscle

While all eyes are on the openers and skippers, tonight’s game could be decided in the middle overs. For MI, Suryakumar Yadav remains a game-changer, while Nicholas Pooran has been in sizzling touch for LSG. If the pitch plays slow again, these two batters will have to adapt quickly and play the anchor-aggressor roles to perfection.

Squads:

Mumbai Indians Squad: Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton(w), Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya(c), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Ashwani Kumar, Vignesh Puthur, Corbin Bosch, Raj Bawa, Robin Minz, Satyanarayana Raju, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Karn Sharma, Reece Topley, Bevon Jacobs, Krishnan Shrijith, Arjun Tendulkar

Lucknow Super Giants Squad: Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant(w/c), Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Shardul Thakur, Avesh Khan, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Ravi Bishnoi, Manimaran Siddharth, Prince Yadav, Shahbaz Ahmed, Himmat Singh, Akash Maharaj Singh, Matthew Breetzke, Aryan Juyal, RS Hangargekar, Yuvraj Chaudhary, Akash Deep, Mayank Yadav, Shamar Joseph, Arshin Kulkarni

17:39 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score: LSG’s home record under the scanner

Lucknow Super Giants haven’t made the most of home advantage this season. Their loss to Punjab in the opening game was a reminder that the Ekana surface won’t win them games alone. With a slightly rejigged pace attack featuring Avesh Khan and Akash Deep, LSG will be hoping to bounce back and finally turn their fortress into a winning one.

17:38 (IST) Apr 04

MI vs LSG Live Score: Mumbai’s stop-start season so far

The five-time champions Mumbai Indians haven’t quite found their groove in IPL 2025. With just one win from three matches, they’ve been inconsistent at best. The batting hasn’t fired collectively, and Rohit’s poor form at the top hasn’t helped. However, their win against KKR showed glimpses of the old MI magic. Can they back it up tonight?

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MI vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: As Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) take on Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Ekana Stadium on Friday, all eyes will be on Rishabh Pant and Rohit Sharma -- two icons of Indian cricket currently struggling for form.

With both teams stuck in the bottom half of the IPL points table, the pressure is mounting.

Pant, the league’s costliest player, has managed just 17 runs from three outings, while Rohit’s aggressive starts have backfired for MI.

LSG, having already lost their first home match, are desperate for a turnaround, and Mumbai’s patchy form only adds to the intrigue. Fans can expect fireworks from Nicholas Pooran and Suryakumar Yadav, but the focus remains firmly on the skippers as they seek redemption.

Playing XIs:

Lucknow Super Giants (Playing XI): Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant(w/c), Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Shardul Thakur, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Akash Deep, Avesh Khan

Mumbai Indians (Playing XI): Will Jacks, Ryan Rickelton(w), Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya(c), Naman Dhir, Raj Bawa, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Ashwani Kumar, Vignesh Puthur, Trent Boult

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