Himmat Singh

Chennai Super Kings opted to bowl first against Lucknow Super Giants, with Ruturaj Gaikwad leading the side in the continued absence of MS Dhoni. Gaikwad cited the wet conditions at Chepauk as the reason for the bowling decision. He also expressed optimism about the team's positive momentum after a challenging start to the IPL 2026 season.

MI have won only two of their nine matches so far. A defeat against LSG would end their campaign.

Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant admitted his side fell short despite posting a huge total against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday, saying his struggling team now needs “some good luck” to turn things around in IPL 2026.

Bumrah has gone at an economy rate of 8.89 and has an average of 109.67 this season.

In a big blow to already-struggling MI, their full-time captain Hardik Pandya was not available for selection because he was "unwell". However, star batter Rohit Sharma made it into the side and returned after the hamstring injury.

Chennai Super Kings and Lucknow Super Giants face off in a crucial IPL 2026 clash at Chepauk, with both teams needing a win to boost their playoff hopes. CSK, finding form after a slow start, host LSG, who are showing signs of improvement despite a difficult season. The match is set for a hot afternoon with a balanced pitch expected.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru, second on the table, face a tightening playoff race. Despite a strong position, RCB must address batting first issues and Jitesh Sharma's form. Lucknow Super Giants, at the bottom, are dangerous with nothing to lose, especially with Nicholas Pooran finding form.

Mumbai Indians kept their faint IPL 2026 playoff hopes alive with a six-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants in a high-scoring clash at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday.

Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants, both struggling at the bottom of the IPL 2026 table, face off at Wankhede Stadium. With playoff hopes fading, both teams are desperate for a win. Mumbai's campaign has been hampered by inconsistent performances and the uncertain availability of Rohit Sharma due to injury.

Josh Inglis has finally arrived in India, ending speculation about his IPL availability. The Australian wicketkeeper-batter is set to join Lucknow Super Giants for their crucial match against Mumbai Indians. Inglis's past success against Jasprit Bumrah offers a potential boost for LSG as they aim to climb the points table.

Rohit Sharma's explosive 84 off 44 balls, returning from injury, powered Mumbai Indians to a six-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants. Alongside Ryan Rickelton's 83, the duo's 143-run opening stand set up a successful 229 chase, keeping MI's playoff hopes alive. LSG's sixth straight loss ended their campaign.

Despite a blistering 63 off 21 balls from Nicholas Pooran and a strong partnership, Lucknow Super Giants suffered their sixth consecutive defeat. Their inability to close out games, even after posting a massive 228, has left them virtually out of the IPL 2026 playoff race. With five must-win games remaining, a miraculous recovery is needed. LSG needs a perfect run and other results to go their way to have a miraculous recovery this IPL 2026 season.

Rohit Sharma's explosive 84 and Ryan Rickelton's 83 powered Mumbai Indians to a thrilling six-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants. The openers' massive partnership set up a successful chase of 229, marking the highest target successfully chased by MI at Wankhede. Nicholas Pooran's rapid 63 had earlier propelled LSG.

Mumbai Indians, enduring a dismal season, face bottom-placed Lucknow Super Giants in a crucial 'wooden spoon' battle. MI's superstars, including Bumrah and Pandya, must find form to avoid slipping further down the table. LSG, despite a losing streak, possess a strong bowling attack. Both teams desperately need a win to salvage pride.