MI's line-up looks strong at the moment with opener Rohit Sharma finding his form at the right time of the tournament with back-to-back fifties.
Mumbai Indians (MI) vs Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) playing 11 prediction: LSG expected to add extra pacer for MI clash at Wankhede
With the stakes high and the table tightly packed, this clash at Wankhede is shaping up to be a thrilling encounter that could have significant playoff implications for both teams.
Apart from the on-field contest, Mumbai's scorching heat and draining humidity will also challenge the endurance of players from both sides, adding another layer of complexity to this key match-up.
Speaking on the performance of spinners in IPL 2025, Bishnoi highlighted that despite the tournament being batting-dominated, spinners have managed to hold their own.
When asked about MI's recent winning streak that has propelled them into the top four, Pollard stated that the team has found a good rhythm and is determined to keep collecting points.
In 2019, SRH booked their place in the playoffs with just 12 points, the lowest points total for any team in the history of the IPL to qualify for the playoffs
Following MI's win over SRH, three teams are now tied at ten points each, occupying the number three to six spots
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have been the worst-hit by fielding inefficiencies, with 16 dropped chances.
Rahul coldly brushed past LSg owner Sanjiv Goenka and his son Shashwat, refusing to engage in any conversation after the match.
Rahul's performance against his former side was also followed by a cryptic post on the batter's social media which was captioned 'Always good to be back in Lucknow!'.
Opener Abishek Porel and KL Rahul struck half centuries and shared a 69-run partnership as Delhi Capitals thrashed Lucknow Super Giants by eight wickets in an Indian Premier League match here on Tuesday. Chasing 160 for victory, Porel scored 51 off 36 balls, while in-form Rahul struck an unbeaten 57 (42 balls) to make it a one-sided contest, as DC completed the task in 17.5 overs. Skipper Axar Patel made 34 not out off 20 balls. Rahul also completed 5,000 runs in IPL on way to his half-century. Earlier, DC bowlers, especially Mukesh Kumar (4/33) and Mitchell Starc (1/25), restricted LSG to 159/6. LSG opener Aiden Markram scored 52 and Mitchell Marsh too made a quick 45 but DC pacers used clever variations to restrict the host to a below-par total. Brief scores: Lucknow Super Giants 159 for 6 in 20 overs (Aiden Markram 52, Mitchell Marsh 45, Ayush Badoni 36; Mukesh Kumar 4/33). Delhi Capitals: 161 for 2 in 17.5 overs (Abishek Porel 51, KL Rahul 57 not out, Axar Patel 34 not out; A
The Star Sports Network will telecast the IPL 2025 match between Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals live in India.
Check out the players' match-ups ahead of the LSG vs DC cricket match in Lucknow here. The players' battle stats will help you create a Lucknow vs Delhi fantasy playing 11 on the basis of facts
Delhi Capitals began their IPL 2025 campaign with an impressive four-match winning streak. However, recent form has dipped, with two losses in their last three outings.
Key stats at Ekana cricket Stadium in Lucknow in IPL since 2024: Matches - 11, Bat 1st Won - 4, Bat 2nd Won - 7, Avg 1st Inns score - 182/7, Lowest Total Defended - 163, Highest Target Chased - 197
Check all the latest stats of IPL 2025, including the updated points table, Orange and Purple cap leaderboard, here
Avesh Khan successfully defended 9 runs off the final over of the match to secure a two-run win for LSG in Jaipur
Pacer Avesh Khan held his nerve in the death overs to help Lucknow Super Giants pull off a thrilling two-run win over Rajasthan Royals with a tight three-wicket spell in their IPL match here on Saturday. The Royals were cruising at 156 for 2 at the end of the 17th over, needing 25 runs from three overs with eight wickets in hand. But, Khan conceded five runs in the 18th over and took two wickets -- Riyan Parag and Yashasvi Jaiswal -- before defending nine runs off the final over. In a tense final over, Khan dismissed Shimron Hetmyer (12) and conceded just six runs to hand LSG a memorable victory as RR ended at 178 for 5 in 20 overs, while chasing 181 for a win. It was heartbreak for the Royals, who lost from a dominant position to slump to their fourth straight loss -- and sixth defeat in eight matches. In the run chase, Jaiswal (74 off 52 balls) continued his roaring form with an entertaining fifty, while 14-year-old IPL's youngest player Vaibhav Suryavanshi (34 off 20 balls) made
Suryavanshi broke the record of Prayas Ray Barman, who made his IPL debut for RCB in 2019 at just 16 years and 157 days old