Date: Sunday, 26 April 2025
Time: 11:00 AM IST
Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Broadcast: Liveon star sports
Mumbai Look to Extend Winning Run Against Wounded Lucknow
The high-flying Mumbai Indians (MI) are set to take on the unpredictable Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a crucial IPL clash at the Wankhede Stadium. With four consecutive wins under their belt, MI are brimming with confidence, though a closer look at their victories reveals they have largely come against struggling sides such as Sunrisers Hyderabad and Chennai Super Kings.
Nevertheless, a settled XI and home advantage make Mumbai strong contenders. Will Jacks has cemented the No. 3 slot for now, joining an in-form lineup featuring Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and the ever-reliable Jasprit Bumrah.
Probable MI XI: Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton, Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah.
Meanwhile, Lucknow Super Giants find themselves at a crossroads after a heavy defeat to Delhi Capitals, managing just 159 runs in their previous outing. Shuffling the batting order — including using Abdul Samad at No. 4 and Rishabh Pant lower down — hints at uncertainty. The potential return of Mayank Yadav could bolster their bowling attack, while David Miller remains a pivotal figure with the bat.
Probable LSG XI: Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Abdul Samad, David Miller, Ayush Badoni (Impact Sub: Ravi Bishnoi), Rishabh Pant, Shardul Thakur, Yash Thakur, Avesh Khan, Prince Choudhary.
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Conditions and Key Factors
The Wankhede pitch this season has offered unexpected assistance to bowlers. In three of four matches, batting has been tricky — with only RCB’s freak 221-run effort against MI standing out. Otherwise, totals have hovered around the 160-175 mark.
Another important factor: dew. Chasing teams have been heavily favored under the lights, making the toss crucial. Mumbai have yet to bat first at home this season, thriving while chasing modest totals.
Key Storylines to Watch
Will Mumbai maintain their chasing dominance?
Can David Miller exploit MI’s pace attack once again?
Will Lucknow’s batting reshuffle yield better results?
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Betting Insights for Fans
Mumbai are heavy favourites, but caution is advised given the nature of their wins.
Lucknow could spring a surprise if they chase.
David Miller has a strong record against Mumbai’s quicks — a solid option for Top LSG Batter.
Betting Tip: Back under 193.5 Mumbai runs if they bat first.
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Verdict: Mumbai Indians have the edge at home, but don’t write off Lucknow — especially if dew and chasing conditions come into play. Expect a thrilling encounter between two power-packed lineups at the iconic Wankhede.
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