Welcome to MI vs LSG Live Coverage! After fifteen exciting matches in IPL 2025, we have now reached match number 16, which will be played between the five-time champions, the Mumbai Indians, and the Lucknow Super Giants. Both teams have won only a single game so far in the tournament and will be looking to win the upcoming match and improve their standing in the points table.
LSG Wins by 12 Runs – Avesh Holds Nerve in Final Over!
22 needed off the final over and Avesh Khan has the ball. First delivery—a low full toss—and Hardik Pandya smashes it over deep extra cover for SIX! Hope for MI? A couple of twos follow as Hardik pushes hard. With 12 needed off 2, Avesh goes full again—Hardik slices it but denies the single. Next ball, he swings and misses. That seals it. LSG hold their nerve and seal a 12-run win! A cracking contest that went down to the wire, but it’s Lucknow who walk away with the points.
MI 152/3 in 16 Overs – SKY, Tilak Keep MI in the Hunt!
61 needed off the last 5 overs. Bishnoi bowls the 16th and tosses one wide Tilak chases it and gets a top edge, but it lands safely just out of Akash Deep’s reach. Next ball, SKY pulls off a magical shot, dragging a wide delivery from beyond off stump and sending it to the fence. FOUR! MI keep chipping away at the target—152/3 after 16 overs with SKY in control and Tilak playing a key supporting role.
Quick Recap:
🔹 14th Over – SKY brings up his fifty with a classy late cut off Bishnoi.
🔹 15th Over – Akash Deep mixes it up well with yorkers. SKY caps the over with a four inside-out, and the 50-run partnership is up.
MI 125/3 in 13 Overs – Shardul Leaks Runs as SKY Cashes In
Rishabh Pant turns to Shardul Thakur again. SKY starts with a single to deep cover. Shardul then loses his radar—back-to-back wides, including one flying over Tilak’s head. He finally pitches one in the slot, and SKY makes no mistake cuts it past point for FOUR! Extras and a boundary help MI push forward to 125/3 after 13 overs. The chase stays alive with SKY and Tilak at the crease.
Quick Recap:
🔹 11th Over – Avesh Khan taken for 2 boundaries by SKY.
🔹 12th Over – Digvesh keeps it tight, just 2 singles.
MI 101/3 in 10 Overs – SKY, Tilak Keep the Scoreboard Ticking
Ravi Bishnoi continues his spell. SKY shows his flair, bringing out the scoop-sweep and lofting it over short fine leg for FOUR typical creativity from him. Next up, Bishnoi goes full, and Tilak Varma responds in style, slamming it straight down the ground for another FOUR. Mumbai cross the 100-run mark at the halfway stage MI 101/3 in 10 overs, with SKY and Tilak building a strong middle-overs stand.
MI 89/3 in 9 Overs – Naman Dhir Falls Just Short of Fifty!
Digvesh Rathi slides one in, and Naman Dhir tries to work it away but chops it back onto his stumps! A crucial breakthrough for LSG as the dangerous Dhir departs. He walks back after a fine knock — 46 off 24 balls, including 4 fours and 3 sixes. Tilak Varma comes in as Mumbai’s Impact Player, joining SKY at the crease. MI 89/3 after 9 overs, and the game hangs in the balance.
MI 86/2 in 8 Overs – Naman Greets Bishnoi with a Boundary
LSG brings on their Impact Player, Ravi Bishnoi, for his first over. He starts well with a dot to SKY. Next ball, SKY tries a paddle sweep but it brushes his arm—leg bye sneaks through fine leg. Bishnoi then goes short, and Naman Dhir makes him pay—swats it away down the leg side for FOUR. MI continue to keep the scoreboard moving at 86/2 after 8 overs.
MI 75/2 in 7 Overs – Naman, SKY Keep Momentum Going
LSG backs Akash Deep despite his previous expensive over. He begins with a sharp yorker that forces Naman Dhir to dig it out. Then comes the bouncer Naman pulls it with authority for FOUR! He tries the same shot again, but this time Abdul Samad cuts it off in the deep. Akash goes full to finish, and SKY drives it beautifully through covers for another FOUR. MI continue to build nicely at 75/2 after 7 overs.
MI 64/2 in 6 Overs – Steady End to Powerplay as MI Rebuild
Digvesh Rathi bowls the final over of the Powerplay and begins with one drifting down leg—it brushes the pad and races away for four leg byes. SKY and Naman Dhir focus on strike rotation, picking up five singles through the rest of the over. A quiet finish to the Powerplay, but MI reach 64/2 in 6 overs, with a solid platform laid after early setbacks.
MI 55/2 in 5 Overs – SKY Gets Going with a Stylish Six
Avesh Khan comes into the attack for his first over. Naman Dhir rotates strike early with a single. Suryakumar Yadav, looking to settle in, mistimes one straight to extra cover—no run. A cautious start from SKY, but he doesn’t take long to shift gears. He picks up a length ball and lifts it effortlessly over square leg for a SIX—classic SKY touch to get things moving for MI.
MI 46/2 in 4 Overs – Naman Dhir Fires Up with Back-to-Back Sixes!
Akash Deep continues but Naman Dhir is in no mood to slow down. A short ball and Naman pulls it cleanly for a SIXbrilliant connection!
Next ball, a length delivery and Naman flicks it stylishly over the ropes for another SIX. The pressure stays on the bowler—Naman pulls again and finds the fence for FOUR. And he’s not done—on the pads this time, and he clips it fine for another FOUR! MI’s chase roars to life, 21 runs off the over and Dhir takes charge.
MI 25/2 in 3 Overs – Shardul Gets Rickelton, Bishnoi Grabs Another!
Shardul Thakur continues his spell. He starts with one on the pads, and Rickelton flicks it nicely for FOUR. But the joy doesn’t last long. Thakur bangs it in short, and Rickelton follows in Jacks’ footsteps pulls it straight to Ravi Bishnoi at deep square leg once again! OUT! Rickelton departs for 10 off 5 balls, and Bishnoi takes his second catch of the night. MI in early trouble at 25/2 after 3 overs.
MI 13/1 in 2 Overs – Akash Deep Strikes, Jacks Departs Early!
Akash Deep comes in from the other end. Starts with a short one, and Rickelton nudges it away for a single. Then, short again, and this time Will Jacks takes it on—but mistimes the pull straight to Ravi Bishnoi at deep square leg. OUT! Will Jacks falls for 5 off 7 balls, and MI lose their first wicket early. MI 13/1 after 2 overs, with Rickelton holding one end.
MI 9/0 in 1 Over – Rickelton Ends the Over with a Crunching Four
Shardul Thakur opens the bowling for LSG. Will Jacks and Ryan Rickelton are out in the middle for MI. Jacks has an early scare as he chops one just past his stumps—gets two runs for it. A couple of singles follow as both batters look to settle in. Then comes the first boundary—Rickelton drives a full delivery beautifully through the covers for FOUR, finishing the over on a positive note for MI.
LSG 203/8 in 20 Overs – Hardik’s Five-for Shines as LSG Cross 200!
Hardik Pandya takes the final over and starts with a mishit from Miller that lands safely two runs. Then comes the fireworks SIX! Miller slogs a low full toss over long on.
Next ball, a slow bouncer and Miller pulls it fine for FOUR, bringing up 200 for LSG! But the fun ends there OUT! Miller goes for another big one over midwicket but finds the fielder in the deep.
Akash Deep walks in but doesn’t last long tries to upper cut and is caught at deep backward point. That’s five wickets for Hardik Pandya, a brilliant final-over effort! He’s on a hat-trick, and Avesh Khan is the man to face. Drama continues as Pandya bowls a wide, reviewed by Mumbai but the call stands. Avesh finishes with a double. LSG finish with 203/8, powered by cameos and a solid foundation—though Hardik steals the show with a stunning five-wicket haul!
LSG 188/6 in 19 Overs – Boult Gets a Wicket but LSG Sneak in Boundaries
Boult takes the ball for the penultimate over. Miller throws his bat at a wide one and slices it over short third for FOUR clever batting.
OUT! Samad looks to go big with a pull but mistimes it straight to deep midwicket. A simple catch, and Boult has his man. Shardul Thakur walks in and gets going with a single. He then tries to pull and gets a top edge, but it flies over short fine leg for FOUR. A mix of wickets and runs—LSG inch closer to a strong finish.
LSG 177/5 in 18 Overs – Hardik Removes Markram, Samad Starts with a Boundary
Hardik Pandya comes back and sticks to his plan changing pace and bowling into the pitch. The LSG batters struggle to find the middle.
OUT! Markram looks to go big over long off but doesn’t get the elevation. It’s a back-of-a-length delivery and he’s caught in the deep. He walks back after a well-made 53 off 38 balls. Abdul Samad is the new batter and gets going right away with a confident pull to square leg for FOUR.
LSG 168/4 in 17 Overs – Markram Brings Up His Fifty, Miller Joins the Fun
Vignesh returns for his final over. David Miller gets going with a well-timed sweep, finding the gap at square leg for FOUR. Markram keeps the scoreboard ticking and brings up his fifty in 34 balls—a solid, composed knock holding the innings together. Nine runs come off the over as LSG gear up for the final push.
LSG 159/4 in 16 Overs – Markram Stays Aggressive, Badoni Falls After a Clever Knock
Ashwani returns and Markram wastes no time SIX! A stunning lofted drive-over covers to start the over in style. Badoni gets creative, shuffling across and ramping the ball over fine leg for FOUR. But he tries to repeat the shot next ball and this time, only manages an edge OUT! Caught by the keeper. A well-played cameo from Badoni comes to an end. David Miller walks in at number six to join Markram at the crease.
LSG 146/3 in 15 Overs – Smart Running Keeps LSG Moving Without Boundaries
Deepak Chahar returns to the attack and mixes it up with slower bouncers, not giving the batters any room to free their arms. Despite no boundaries, both Markram and Badoni rotate strike well, picking up singles and doubles throughout the over. A tidy over for LSG, eight runs taken without any risks
LSG 138/3 in 14 Overs – Badoni Shifts Gears with Three Stylish Fours!
Santner continues, but Badoni takes him on this time. He steps down the track and plays a lovely inside-out loft over cover for FOUR classy shot.
Next ball, he goes low and sweeps it powerfully to square leg for another FOUR. And he’s not done yet—Badoni finishes the streak with a sharp cut past point for his third consecutive FOUR. A big over for LSG, 15 runs off it, and Badoni is starting to take charge!
LSG 123/3 in 13 Overs – Steady Over from Vignesh Keeps Things in Check
Vignesh comes back into the attack and keeps things tight. The batters rotate strike well with four singles off the first four balls. A couple more runs follow as the over ends with seven runs added to the total. LSG keeping the scoreboard ticking without taking too many risks.
LSG 116/3 in 12 Overs – Markram Keeps Scoreboard Ticking, MI Lose a Review
Santner is back into the attack. Markram continues to look solid as he cuts one past backward point for FOUR perfect placement. Badoni looks to sweep but misses, and there’s a loud shout for LBW. The umpire says not out, but MI opt for a review. Replay shows it’s hitting the stumps, but it’s umpire’s call, so the decision stays not out and MI lose their review.Eight runs come from the over as LSG continue to build steadily.
LSG 108/3 in 11 Overs – Hardik Removes Pant After Markram’s Big Six!
Hardik continues and starts with a sharp bouncer SIX! Markram plays a clever upper cut, sending it sailing over deep third. But then comes the breakthrough. An off-cutter from Hardik grips, and Pant tries to work it away but gets a leading edge. The ball lobs towards mid-off and the fielder dives forward to take a fine catch.
OUT! Pant departs for just 2 off 6 balls another short stay at the crease. Ayush Badoni walks in at five. There’s a shout for caught behind early in his innings, but the umpire is unmoved, and the fielding side decides not to review.
LSG 100/2 in 10 Overs – Markram Brings Up Team Hundred with a Big Six!
Vignesh returns and starts the over well with a couple of tight deliveries. But then comes the release SIX! A short ball sits up nicely, and Markram pulls it over midwicket with ease. Eight runs come from the over as LSG cross the 100-run mark at the halfway stage.
LSG 92/2 in 9 Overs – Hardik Strikes as Pooran Falls Early!
Hardik Pandya brings himself into the attack and straightaway mixes it up with cutters, digging the ball into the pitch.OUT! Pooran looks to take on the short ball but ends up getting a top edge. It flies straight to short fine leg an easy catch, and Pooran has to walk back. Rishabh Pant comes in at number four and gets off the mark with a single. A solid over from Hardik, putting the brakes on LSG’s momentum.
LSG 88/1 in 8 Overs – Pooran Wastes No Time, Goes 6 & 4!
Mitchell Santner continues, and Nicolas Pooran walks in after Marsh’s dismissal. He gets going right away SIX! A powerful slog sweep that sails over the midwicket boundary. Next ball, he stays aggressive and drives it straight down the ground for FOUR. A fiery start from Pooran keeps the momentum with LSG.
LSG 76/1 in 7 Overs – Marsh Falls After a Blazing 60!
Vignesh Puthur comes into the attack and starts with three dot balls, building pressure right away. Markram breaks the silence with a big shot SIX! over midwicket, a clean strike. He rotates the strike next ball, giving Marsh the chance to continue his assault. But this time, Marsh miscues one gets a leading edge straight back to the bowler.
OUT! Vignesh takes a sharp catch off his own bowling. Marsh departs for a brilliant 60 off 31 balls, ending a fiery knock at the top.
LSG 69/0 in 6 Overs – Marsh Brings Up a Fiery Fifty in Style!
Ashwani continues, but Marsh is in no mood to slow down. SIX! He sends it sailing straight down the ground massive hit. Next ball, FOUR! Marsh muscles it in front of square leg with raw power. That brings up his fifty in just 27 balls a blazing knock!
The onslaught continues as Marsh drives one through covers for another FOUR, and finishes the over with a clean hit down the ground for yet another boundary. A huge over for LSG scored 22 runs off it, and Marsh is absolutely on fire!
LSG 46/0 in 5 Overs – Marsh Finds the Gaps with Back-to-Back Fours!
Mitchell Santner joins the attack, but Marsh wastes no time putting him under pressure. He gets down on one knee and pulls it powerfully to square leg for a boundary. Next ball, Marsh stays back and cuts it neatly past point for another four. LSG continue their strong start, adding 11 runs from the over.
LSG 35/0 in 4 Overs – Tight Over from Ashwani Slows Things Down
Ashwani Kumar comes into the attack and delivers a tidy first over. He keeps it tight with just two runs coming off the first three balls, not allowing any room for the batters to free their arms.
Just three runs in total from the over a much-needed breather for the bowling side.
LSG 32/0 in 3 Overs – Marsh Keeps Going with a Six and a Four!
Trent Boult continues. A half-hearted LBW appeal against Marsh, but the umpire isn’t interested. Marsh goes big SIX! He launches it straight over long-off with ease. Follows it up with a crunching FOUR, drilled past long-off.
11 runs come from the over as LSG’s openers continue to dominate.
LSG 21/0 in 2 Overs – Marsh Goes Big with Back-to-Back Boundaries!
Deepak Chahar takes the second over. Markram gets off the mark in style, cutting the first ball past deep third for four. Marsh then takes control first pulling a short ball through midwicket for a boundary, then smashing the next delivery through covers for another four.
A big over for LSG as they pick up 15 runs. Marsh looks in fine touch early on.
LSG 6/0 in 1 Over – Marsh’s Glorious Straight Drive Lights Up the Start!
Trent Boult starts the proceedings with the new ball. Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markram are opening the innings.
Marsh is on strike and gets off-the-mark first ball with two runs toward the leg side.
FOUR! Marsh follows it up with a beautiful straight-drive class written all over it! Boult comes back strong with three dot balls to finish the over.
MI vs LSG: Playing XIs
Mumbai Indians Playing XI: Will Jacks, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Suryakumar Yadav, Naman Dhir, Hardik Pandya (c), Raj Angad Bawa, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Vignesh Puthur, Ashwani Kumar
Lucknow Super Giants Playing XI: Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (c and wk), David Miller, Ayush Badoni, Abdul Samad, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Shardul Thakur, Avesh Khan, Akash Deep.
BREAKING NEWS: Rohit Sharma got hit on the knee in the nets and he won’t be playing tonight for MI.
MI vs LSG: Toss
Mumbai Indians have won the toss and opted to bowl first.
Hardik Pandya (Mumbai Indians Captain): “We are going to bowl first. looks like a fresh wicket. Don’t know how it’s gonna play. Dew might come in later. So, we thought chasing will be better.
As a group, we have spoken about not talking about the wickets. When we play good cricket, we will come out on the right side. Let’s talk about how we gonna play good cricket and how we move forward from that.
I think just adaptation and sticking to right plans and backing it. We are in a competition where more runs are scored. The teams are watching other games and trying to go harder. But I feel cricket is situation-based and the situations dictate which options to take.
Rohit Sharma was not available. He got hit on the knee and he won’t be available tonight.
(On Jasprit Bumrah) He should be back soon.
Rishabh Pant (Lucknow Super Giants Captain): We are pretty confident as a batting unit, very strong unit. Few players haven’t come off including me but going into the tournament this is the lineup we thought that would play and we want to back it up.
The discussion is to go out there and express yourself. We don’t talk about any target to achieve. It’s about see ball and play it.
The way I have set up myself, we are quite confident. We haven’t capitalised yet but hope we do it soon.
Just one change: Akash Deep comes in.
MI vs LS: Key Player Battles
| Battle | Runs | Balls | Dismissals | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma vs Shardul Thakur | 80 | 59 | 1 | 80.00 | 135.59 |
| Mitchell Marsh vs Trent Boult | 29 | 17 | 0 | – | 170.58 |
| Suryakumar Yadav vs Ravi Bishnoi | 39 | 32 | 3 | 13.00 | 121.87 |
| Nicholas Pooran vs Deepak Chahar | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.00 | – |
| Hardik Pandya vs Avesh Khan | 17 | 29 | 3 | 5.66 | 58.62 |
Predicted Playing XIs
LSG predicted XI
Batting XI: Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant(w/c), Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Shardul Thakur, Avesh Khan, Ravi Bishnoi.
Bowling XI: Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant(w/c), Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Shardul Thakur, Avesh Khan, Ravi Bishnoi, Prince Yadav/M. Siddharth.
Impact sub-options: Prince Yadav, Manimaran Siddharth, Shahbaz Ahmed, Himmat Singh, Akash Maharaj Singh.
MI predicted XI
Batting XI: Ryan Rickelton (wk), Rohit Sharma, Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (c), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Ashwani Kumar.
Bowling XI: Ryan Rickelton (wk), Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya(c), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Ashwani Kumar, Vignesh Puthur/S. Raju.
Impact sub-options: Rohit Sharma, Corbin Bosch, Raj Bawa, Robin Minz, Satyanarayana Raju.
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