Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Team Updates
Opening Batters
Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh will open the innings. 
Rishabh Pant is the backbone of LSG’s batting and leadership.

One-Down Batter
Ayush Badoni steps in at No. 3. His all-round abilities (power-hitting + medium pace) add balance.

Middle-Order Batters
Nicholas Pooran (WK), David Miller, and Rishabh Pant (C) form a destructive core. Miller’s finishing skills and Pooran’s explosiveness are key.

All-Rounders
Shardul Thakur (pace) and Abdul Samad (spin-hitter) provide depth. Samad’s cameos in death overs could be game-changing.

Wicketkeeper
Rishabh Pant will keep wickets while leading the side. Nicholas Pooran serves as backup.

Spin Bowlers
Ravi Bishnoi (lead leg-spinner) and part-time options like Aiden Markram. Bishnoi’s variations are critical on slow pitches.

Pace Bowlers
Avesh Khan (death specialist) and Digvesh Singh (new talent). Shardul Thakur’s swing complements their attack.

Mumbai Indians (MI) Team Updates
Opening Batters
Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton (WK) open. Sharma’s experience and Rickelton’s flair make a dynamic duo.

One-Down Batter
Suryakumar Yadav anchors at No. 3. His 360-degree strokeplay is MI’s trump card.

Middle-Order Batters
Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (C), and Naman Dhir handle acceleration. Hardik’s power and Dhir’s fearless approach are vital.

All-Rounders
Mitchell Santner (spin + batting) and Hardik Pandya (pace + power). Santner’s economy in middle overs adds control.

Wicketkeeper
Ryan Rickelton takes the gloves, with Robin Minz as backup.

Spin Bowlers
Mujeeb-ur-Rahman (mystery spin) and Mitchell Santner. Mujeeb’s PP overs could stifle LSG’s openers.

Pace Bowlers
Trent Boult (new-ball swing), Deepak Chahar (powerplay specialist), and Hardik Pandya (death overs). Boult’s early strikes are pivotal.

Match Details
LSG vs MI | Date: 04-04-2025 | Time: 07:30 PM
Venue: BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Pitch Report: Slow turner with uneven bounce. Spinners and tactical batters (like SKY, Miller) will thrive. Dew factor minimal.

Key Battles:

Ravi Bishnoi vs Suryakumar Yadav (spin vs 360° shots)

Trent Boult vs Rishabh Pant (swing vs left-hander’s aggression).