On April 4, 2025, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) secured a thrilling 12-run victory over the Mumbai Indians (MI) in Match 16 of the IPL 2025 season at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
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IPL 2025 LSG VS MI Match Summary:
- LSG Innings: Batting first, LSG posted a formidable total of 203/8 in their 20 overs. Mitchell Marsh led the charge with a rapid 60 off 31 balls, while Aiden Markram contributed a steady 53 off 38 deliveries. Despite Hardik Pandya’s impressive bowling performance, claiming 5 wickets for 36 runs, LSG managed to set a challenging target.
- MI Innings: In response, MI managed 191/5 in their allotted 20 overs. Suryakumar Yadav top-scored with 67 off 43 balls, and Naman Dhir added a quickfire 46 off 24. However, the disciplined bowling from LSG, particularly Digvesh Rathi’s economical spell of 1/21 in 4 overs, ensured MI fell short.
Key Performances:
- Mitchell Marsh (LSG): Scored 60 runs off 31 balls, providing a solid foundation for LSG’s innings.
- Hardik Pandya (MI): Achieved a five-wicket haul, taking 5/36, showcasing his all-round capabilities.
- Digvesh Rathi (LSG): Awarded Player of the Match for his economical bowling, conceding just 21 runs in 4 overs and taking a crucial wicket.
This victory marked LSG’s first home win of the season, bringing their record to 2 wins in 4 matches. The team displayed a balanced performance with significant contributions from both batsmen and bowlers. For MI, despite individual brilliance, the collective effort fell short in chasing the target