The stage is set for a thrilling matchup between the Lucknow Super Giants and the Mumbai Indians at the Ekana Cricket Stadium. This highly anticipated contest is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM, with the Lucknow team looking to capitalize on their psychological advantage over the five-time champions.
Mumbai’s Hardik Pandya has been in action since the team’s second match, following a loss to Chennai under Suryakumar Yadav’s captaincy in the opener. Although Pandya’s return didn’t immediately yield results, with the team suffering a defeat against Gujarat, Mumbai eventually secured their first win in the third match. On the other hand, the Lucknow Super Giants are reeling from a loss in their previous outing at the same venue, marking their second defeat in three matches.
Weather conditions are expected to be favorable for the match, with no rain forecasted and partly cloudy skies predicted for the evening. A moderate temperature of 29 degrees Celsius and humidity of 19% will likely ensure a comfortable playing environment. Winds will be blowing at a speed of 11 kilometers per hour.
Historically, the Mumbai Indians have struggled against the Lucknow Super Giants, winning only one out of their six encounters. The head-to-head statistics paint a bleak picture for Mumbai, with Lucknow emerging victorious in five of those matches.
Key statistics between the two teams include:
- Lucknow’s highest total against Mumbai is 196.
- Lucknow’s lowest total against Mumbai is 132.
- Mumbai’s highest total against Lucknow is 214.
- Mumbai’s lowest total against Lucknow is 101.
The Ekana Cricket Stadium has hosted 15 IPL matches, with the team batting first and the team bowling first winning 7 matches each. The highest individual score at this venue is 89, achieved by Marcus Stoinis against Mumbai in 2023. The highest team total is 235, set by the Kolkata Knight Riders against Lucknow in the previous season. The largest successful run chase at this ground is 177, accomplished by the Punjab Kings against the Lucknow Super Giants.
