Lucknow, April 4, 2025: The 16th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to witness an intense battle between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium. Mumbai Indians’ captain Hardik Pandya won the toss and elected to bowl first, setting the stage for an exciting encounter under the floodlights.
Team Line-ups and Key Players
Mumbai Indians have fielded a strong playing XI, featuring power hitters and skilled bowlers. Their lineup includes
MI: Will Jacks, Ryan Rickelton (wicketkeeper), Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya (captain), Naman Dhir, Raj Bawa, Mitchell Santner, Trent Boult, Ashwani Kumar, Deepak Chahar, and Vignesh Puthur. With the return of Suryakumar Yadav and the pace attack led by Trent Boult and Deepak Chahar, MI looks poised to put up a formidable fight.
On the other hand, Lucknow Super Giants, led by Rishabh Pant, have opted for an explosive batting unit comprising Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, David Miller, and Abdul Samad. Their bowling attack includes Shardul Thakur, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Akash Deep, and Avesh Khan, making them a well-balanced side.
Match Preview: What’s at Stake?
Both teams are eyeing crucial points in the IPL standings. Mumbai Indians are looking to bounce back from their previous setbacks and solidify their position in the points table. Meanwhile, Lucknow Super Giants are aiming to maintain their winning momentum and establish themselves as serious title contenders.
Pitch and Weather Report
The pitch at the Ekana Cricket Stadium is known to be balanced, offering assistance to both batters and bowlers. The dew factor in the second innings might favor the chasing team, which could be a key reason behind Mumbai’s decision to bowl first. Weather conditions are expected to remain clear, ensuring an uninterrupted match.
Live Streaming and Match Timings
The match is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM IST and will be broadcast live on major sports channels and streaming platforms.
Stay tuned for all the live action, scores, and updates as these two powerhouses battle it out for IPL supremacy!
