IPL 2024, LSG vs MI: Lucknow Super Giants Win Toss, Opt To Field Against Mumbai Indians; Check Playing XIs

Lucknow: In the 48th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, the Lucknow Super Giants are set to take on the Mumbai Indians (MI)  at Ekana Stadium tonight.

The Lucknow camp receives a welcome boost with the return of pacer Mayank Yadav, who is eager to prove his mettle after recovering from a groin strain. LSG, smarting from their previous defeat to Rajasthan Royals, will be banking on Yadav’s firepower to unsettle the likes of Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Hardik Pandya.

MI’s struggles continue, and skipper Hardik Pandya will be under immense pressure to lead from the front. This match offers him a golden chance to display his prowess in all three facets of the game – batting, bowling, and captaincy. Can Pandya turn the tide for Mumbai and silence their critics?

Statistically, LSG appears to have the upper hand. In their four previous encounters, they have emerged victorious on three occasions. Captain KL Rahul, known for his stellar performances against MI, will be keen to maintain his winning streak on home turf.

While a high-scoring match is expected, the Lucknow pitch has shown some support for spinners in past games. This could be a factor to exploit for Mayank Yadav and other bowlers in the middle overs.

Playing XIs

Mumbai Indians: Ishan Kishan(w), Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya(c), Nehal Wadhera, Tim David, Mohammad Nabi, Gerald Coetzee, Piyush Chawla, Jasprit Bumrah

MI Impact Subs: Nuwan Thushara, Kumar Kartikeya, Dewald Brevis, Naman Dhir, Shams Mulani

Lucknow Super Giants: KL Rahul(w/c), Marcus Stoinis, Deepak Hooda, Nicholas Pooran, Ashton Turner, Ayush Badoni, Krunal Pandya, Ravi Bishnoi, Naveen-ul-Haq, Mohsin Khan, Mayank Yadav

LSG Impact Subs: Arshin Kulkarni, Manimaran Siddharth, Krishnappa Gowtham, Yudhvir Singh, Prerak Mankad