Lakhnow Super Giants took down Mumbai Indians by 12 runs. Batting first, Lakhnow Super Giants scored 203 runs. Mumbai Indians managed 191 runs in a thrilling match that went down to the wire. Suryakumar Yadav scored a half-century for Mumbai, but Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markram’s knocks won out.
Mumbai Indians came into this match on the back of an 8-wicket win. Lakhnow set them a target of 204 runs. Mumbai’s start was rough. With Rohit Sharma out due to injury, Will Jacks and Ryan Rickelton opened. They lost both Jacks and Rickelton by the 17th run. Jacks scored 5, Rickelton got 10.
Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma stepped up for Mumbai. They put together 69 runs. Tilak Varma hit 46 off 24 balls, while Suryakumar got 67 off 43. Mumbai needed 61 runs in the last 5 overs. With Suryakumar set, a win seemed possible. But he fell for 67, and Mumbai’s chances slipped.
Turning Point
Shardul Thakur’s over changed the game. Mumbai was on track, but his tight bowling limited their scoring. The pressure built, and wickets fell. Mumbai’s hopes of a comeback win disappeared. Lakhnow’s total proved too much, and they took the match by 12 runs.
Key performances
- Mitchell Marsh: 50 runs for Lakhnow
- Aiden Markram: 50 runs for Lakhnow
- Suryakumar Yadav: 67 runs for Mumbai
This match showcased the skill and determination of both teams. In the end, Lakhnow’s strong batting and tight bowling won out.