IPL 2025 LSG vs MI highlights
Lucknow, April 4, 2025 – In a nail-biting clash at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) by 12 runs in Match 16 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. Powered by half-centuries from Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markram, LSG set a formidable target of 204, which MI fell short of despite valiant efforts from Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya.
Match Highlights
LSG captain Rishabh Pant won the toss and elected to bat first on a black-soil pitch that offered good bounce. The decision paid off as openers Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markram laid a solid foundation. Marsh smashed 60 off 31 balls, including 6 fours and 3 sixes, while Markram anchored the innings with a composed 53 off 38 balls. Their 76-run opening stand set the tone for LSG’s highest total at home in IPL history—203/8 in 20 overs.
MI skipper Hardik Pandya led from the front with the ball, claiming a sensational five-wicket haul (5/36), dismissing key LSG batsmen like Marsh, Markram, and David Miller (27 off 14). However, Nicholas Pooran’s quickfire 18 off 9 balls late in the innings ensured LSG crossed the 200-run mark.
In response, MI’s chase got off to a shaky start with opener Will Jacks falling early to Akash Deep for just 6. Suryakumar Yadav steadied the ship with a brilliant 67 off 43 balls, featuring 7 fours and 2 sixes, but lacked consistent support. Naman Dhir contributed 46 off 24, but his departure in the 12th over shifted the momentum. Pandya’s late blitz of 28 off 16 couldn’t turn the tide as LSG’s bowlers held their nerve.
Shardul Thakur (2/34) and Avesh Khan (1/28) were standout performers for LSG, with Khan defending 22 runs in the final over against Pandya and Mitchell Santner. MI finished at 191/5, falling 12 runs short of the target.
Pant praised his team’s adaptability, saying, “The wicket played well, and Mitchell’s start allowed our middle order to capitalize. It was mentally challenging defending with Mumbai keeping wickets in hand, but our bowlers executed perfectly.”
Pandya, reflecting on the loss, admitted, “We gave away too many runs on this wicket. I enjoyed my bowling, but we left too much to do in the end.”
Scorecard
Lucknow Super Giants Innings: 203/8 (20 overs)
- Mitchell Marsh: 60 (31)
- Aiden Markram: 53 (38)
- Ayush Badoni: 30 (19)
- David Miller: 27 (14)
- Nicholas Pooran: 18 (9)
- Hardik Pandya (MI): 5/36 (4 overs)
- Vignesh Puthur (MI): 1/42 (4 overs)
Mumbai Indians Innings: 191/5 (20 overs)
- Suryakumar Yadav: 67 (43)
- Naman Dhir: 46 (24)
- Hardik Pandya: 28* (16)
- Ryan Rickelton: 11 (9)
- Will Jacks: 6 (7)
- Shardul Thakur (LSG): 2/34 (4 overs)
- Avesh Khan (LSG): 1/28 (4 overs)
Key Takeaways
- LSG maintained their dominance over MI at Ekana Stadium, securing their third consecutive win against the five-time champions at this venue.
- Hardik Pandya’s all-round performance (5 wickets and 28 runs) went in vain, marking his first five-for in IPL history.
- MI’s batting struggles continued, with Rohit Sharma missing the game due to a knee injury, raising concerns for their upcoming fixtures.
LSG’s victory propels them up the IPL 2025 points table, while MI will look to bounce back when they face Royal Challengers Bengaluru on April 7 at Wankhede Stadium.
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“IPL 2025: Lucknow Super Giants beat Mumbai Indians by 12 runs on April 4. Check match highlights, full scorecard, and key moments as Mitchell Marsh, Hardik Pandya shine at Ekana Stadium.”
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