IPL 2025: LSG vs MI Preview, Head-to-Head, Pitch, Weather Report, Probable XI & Dream11 Fantasy Picks: The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are set to face the Mumbai Indians (MI) in the 16th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 on April 4, 2025, at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. Both teams have had a mixed start to the season, each securing one win in their first three matches. This encounter is crucial for both sides to gain momentum in the tournament.
Match Details
Date: April 4, 2025.
Time: 7:30 PM IST.
Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.
Live Broadcast and Streaming: Star Sports Network and JioCinema.
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Head-to-Head Record
As of now, LSG and MI have faced each other six times in the IPL, with LSG winning five and MI winning one match. Their previous encounters have been competitive, indicating a budding rivalry between the two franchises.
Pitch Report
The Ekana Stadium pitch in Lucknow has historically favored bowlers, particularly spinners, due to its slow nature. However, recent matches have seen a more balanced surface, offering assistance to both batsmen and bowlers. Teams winning the toss might prefer to bat first to capitalize on the pitch conditions before they potentially slow down in the second innings.
Weather Forecast: The weather in Lucknow on match day is expected to be clear, with temperatures ranging between 25 and 30 degrees Celsius during the evening. Humidity levels will be moderate, and there is no significant chance of rain, ensuring favorable conditions for an uninterrupted game.
IPL 2025 LSG vs MI Probable Playing XI
Lucknow Super Giants (probable): 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, Prince Yadav.
Mumbai Indians (probable): Ryan Rickelton (w), Rohit Sharma, Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (c), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Ashwani Kumar, Vignesh Puthur.
Dream11 Fantasy Top Players
Wicket-keepers: Nicholas Pooran, Ryan Rickelton
Batters: Mitchell Marsh, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma
All-rounders: Aiden Markram, Hardik Pandya, Will Jacks
Bowlers: Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Shardul Thakur
Captain First: Mitchell Marsh Vice Catain: Will Jacks
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IPL 2025 LSG vs MI Match Prediction
Both teams have had a similar start to the season, making this encounter evenly poised. LSG will look to capitalise on their home advantage, while MI’s experienced lineup aims to secure an away victory. Considering the current form and team compositions, the match could be a closely contested affair.
Streaming Details
Television: Star Sports Network
Online Streaming: JioCinema
