Mumbai Indians (MI) vs Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Live Score, IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians will have to battle it out against Lucknow Super Giants as their campaign hangs in the balance. Rohit Sharma’s possible comeback may provide a timely boost, but whether it can actually turn around their fading fortunes remains the big question.

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New Delhi: Babar Azam Peshawar Zalmi won the Pakistan Super League title by defeating Hyderabad Kingsmen by five wickets in the final at Gaddafi Stadium. The win marked Babar’s first T20 trophy as captain, leading to scenes of joy, cheering and high emotion across the venue, before a light-hearted moment grabbed the headlines.During the post-match celebrations, Babar and teammate Iftikhar Ahmed attempted to recreate Rohit SharmaThe iconic padayatra to celebrate India’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 victory. However, the imitation was not completely successful and the strange attempt soon turned into a viral meme among fans. As Babar moved forward to collect the trophy from Mohsin Naqvi, many noticed a similarity in Rohit’s celebratory moves, while Iftikhar and others also joined in – only to fail in the task. Clips of the moment soon went viral on social media, drawing widespread reactions.The win is Zalmi’s second PSL title and their first since 2017. While Babar had previously been part of a PSL-winning team, this was his first win as captain.All-rounder Aaron Hardy performed brilliantly in the final. He did wonders with the ball and took 4 wickets for 27 runs which helped bowl out Hyderabad Kings for 129 runs in 18 overs. After this, he performed brilliantly with the bat and scored unbeaten 56 runs and Zalmi achieved the target in just 15.2 overs and achieved a spectacular victory.Despite a rare failure in the final – falling for a golden duck – Babar finished as the tournament’s leading run-scorer. In 11 matches, he scored 588 runs at an impressive average of 73.50, including three fifties and two centuries at an average of 145.90.

Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants are in all sorts of trouble and will not have much margin for error when they face each other in their IPL 2026 match at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Monday, May 4. Both teams are in the bottom two places of the table and need something more than special to turn their campaign around.

For MI, there’s no place to hide, Because another defeat would more or less end their campaign. No team in the history of IPL Have qualified for the playoffs with 12 points and that is why the upcoming game is so important. On the other hand, the super giants are also not in a comfortable position, And with a net run rate of -1.106, he faces a tough task too.

Can Lucknow make a comeback?

When the Super Giants started their campaign with two wins from their first three matches, they were looking in pretty good shape. But as the tournament progressed, they went from bad to worse. After losing their last five matches, LSG are looking for inspiration to turn their fortunes around. Mohsin Khan burst onto the scene with a five-wicket haul against Kolkata Knight Riders, but Rinku Singh’s heroics ensured KKR got their last win in Lucknow.

Rishabh Pant’s struggles with the bat have not helped the Super Giants to any extent. Given how challenging the conditions at Wankhede can be for the bowlers, Mohammed Shami’s role will be crucial against MI and this is where his experience could prove crucial. With MI not in the best of form, LSG may see this as an opportunity to get back to winning ways.

Will Rohit Sharma make a comeback against LSG?

It has been a long time since Rohit Sharma last played, He was ruled out at the start of the tournament with a hamstring injury. In his absence, there have been several changes in MI’s top order. With the team just one poor game away from elimination, MI are desperate for Rohit to return to the top of the order and make the kind of impact he has often produced in the past.

If Rohit makes a comeback, Will Jack will definitely be the player to return. Big scores are important at Wankhede and Rohit’s return will give a huge boost to his batting.

MI have struggled with the bat, with Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya not performing consistently so far. They also faltered in the death overs against CSK and overall the team was far from its best, which makes Rohit’s comeback all the more important.

The fact that they have used 23 players so far in the tournament shows how volatile Mumbai have been in IPL 2026.

Bumrah’s time to roar

IPL 2026 has been no less than a nightmare for Jasprit Bumrah. He has neither taken wickets regularly nor managed to curb the scoring. With an economy rate of 8.60 and just three wickets at an average of 94.66 in nine matches, this is a far cry from what you would expect from a bowler of that calibre. At the Wankhede this season, Bumrah has struggled even more, taking just one wicket in five matches at an economy rate of 9.80.

However, he showed signs of returning to form against CSK, where he dismissed Sanju Samson and finished with figures of 3-0-20-1. But everyone knows what Bumrah is capable of at his best. If MI need to rediscover that form, it needs to happen now, otherwise their wait for a sixth IPL title could get even longer.

Wankhede: pitches and conditions

The Wankhede Stadium pitch has been excellent for the batsmen, with the average score in five matches so far being 217. On the second day, SRH chased 244 against MI, underlining how difficult the conditions are for bowlers in Mumbai. Teams batting first will need at least 230 runs to put up a fight. Therefore, chasing should be the preferred option.

There is no chance of rain and we can expect the entire match in Mumbai on Monday. The sky will be clear and the temperature will be around 31 degrees Celsius. However, conditions will be humid, making it important for players to stay well hydrated.

MI vs LSG: Head to Head

Mumbai Indians have a poor record against Lucknow Supergiants and have won only two out of eight matches. At the Wankhede, MI have lost two of the three matches they have played against the Super Giants. However, in their last match, Mumbai had defeated Lucknow by 54 runs.

MI vs LSG: Predicted XI

MI Predicted XI: Will Jacques, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Suryakumar Yadav, Naman Dheer, Tilak Verma, Hardik Pandya (c), Robin Minnes, Trent Boult, Krish Bhagat, Jasprit Bumrah, AM Ghazanfar.

Effect Sub: Raghu Sharma

LSG Probable XI: Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Rishabh Pant (captain) (wicketkeeper), Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Mukul Chaudhary, George Linde, Mohammed Shami, Prince Yadav, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Mohsin Khan.

Effect Sub: Himmat Singh

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Anshul Kamboj (Image Credit: BCCI/IPL)

Chennai: Chennai Super Kings It’s mid-season, but medium pace bowler Anshul Kamboj appears to be their breakout star. With 17 wickets at an economy rate of 7.54 in nine matches, including 3-32 against Mumbai Indians on Saturday, Kamboj has been the leader of the CSK attack in both the powerplay and slog overs. With the wickets of Robin Minz and Hardik Pandya in the 18th and 20th overs at Chepauk on Saturday, Kamboj became the first bowler to take 10 wickets in the death overs this season.The right-arm fast bowler is treating the death overs like a finishing task, which he has practiced to perfection. He is known to get around the stumps extensively, especially for right-handed batsmen, changing his length according to the stage of the game and regularly bowls yorkers.CSK head coach Stephen Fleming doesn’t think Kamboj’s heroics come as a surprise. “Last year, he was really good. He has worked hard with Eric Simmons (bowling coach) on the concept of deathballing and he has worked throughout the year to master it,” Fleming said.In the last IPL season, Kamboj took eight wickets in eight matches at an economy of 8.00. Shortly after, he stepped onto the biggest stage, making his Test debut for India, but his return against England was not strong enough to keep him safe for long.However, this season, he has returned with more vigor and has taken up a central role in CSK’s pace attack after Khalil Ahmed’s injury.Fleming said Kamboja worked on angles and execution in pre-season. “During the pre-season, he bowled with open wickets and we got an understanding of the angles – what he can and can’t do from certain sides of the wicket and it has worked out well,” he said.Cricket in India is on the rise across all formats after the IPL and Kamboj’s stellar performances may soon push him back into the national fast bowling setup. But for Kamboj, team performance is more important than individual achievements. Before the match against MI, he had said, “My entire focus is on how to contribute to the team’s victory.”CSK will be in a winning position from Tuesday and the team will hope that Kamboj will stick to his guns.

India endured a forgettable performance at the World Athletics Relays, with injuries and Did Not Finish (DNF) results derailing their campaign on the second day of the competition on Sunday.

The biggest blow came in the men’s 4x400m relay, where India’s hopes of securing direct qualification for the 2027 World Championships in Beijing were dashed. Amoj Jacob suffered cramps during the race and was forced to pull out after receiving the baton from first leg runner Dharamveer Chaudhary, resulting in a DNF for the team. Rajesh Ramesh and Vishal TK were to race in the last two stages.

After failing to qualify for the finals on Saturday, India were competing in the second qualification round on Sunday, where the top two teams from each heat were to book their spots for the World Championships. The missed opportunity means India must now rely on the World Athletics Top List route, which is a far more uncertain and longer path to qualification.

Batten Falls Men’s 4×100

The failures continued in the men’s 4×100 meters relay, where a lack of coordination proved costly. Third leg runner Ragul Kumar fell on the track while attempting to hand over the baton to Gurinderveer Singh, due to which he was disqualified. Harsh Santosh Raut and Animesh Kujur raced in the first two legs. Kumar, who seemed to be in discomfort, had to be helped off the track by volunteers.

India’s struggles were further highlighted with the baton exchange in the women’s 4x100m event. The baton fell in the clash between Tamannaah and Nitya Gande, forcing Gande to turn back and take it back after initially leading. The team ultimately finished the race with a time of 53.09 seconds, in what proved to be a chaotic race.

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Amidst the disappointment, there was one small positive for the Indian contingent. The mixed 4x100m relay team of Ragul Kumar, Nithya Gandhe, Animesh Kujur and Sneha SS set a new national record of 41.35 seconds, improving on the previous mark of 42.30 seconds set earlier this year. However, he could only finish sixth in his heat.

The mixed 4x400m relay team also missed out, with Teerthesh P Shetty, Kumari Saloni, Nihal William and Rashdeep Kaur finishing fifth in their heat with a timing of 3:19.40.

India’s campaign had already suffered a setback on Saturday when all five relay teams failed to reach their respective finals, missing out on direct qualification for the 2027 World Championships. Sunday’s events added to the disappointment, as injuries and errors led to a disappointing end to their campaign.

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Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer (ANI photo)

captain of punjab kings Shreyas Iyer Remaining calm and reflective after his team’s consecutive defeats, he insisted that the team is still in a strong position despite the setback.Speaking after the loss to Gujarat Titans, Iyer felt that 163 was a competitive total given the nature of the pitch. He said that the surface helped the bowlers in the beginning and he credited the opposition team for taking better advantage of it. “I personally feel it was a great score on a wicket where the ball was doing something early on… their bowlers made the best use of the surface,” he said.PBKS suffered a blow early on, losing four wickets inside the powerplay, but a recovery led by Suryansh Shedge helped them post a fighting total. Iyer acknowledged that effort. “To get to 160 from there was a phenomenal effort,” he said, while also admitting that his bowlers could not replicate the same control with the new ball.He highlighted execution as the main difference, especially on a pitch with variable bounce where making strokes was not easy. “It was not easy to hit midwicket or play pull…we lagged a bit in terms of execution,” Iyer said.Despite the defeat, the PBKS captain was quick to highlight the positives, especially the team’s attitude and resilience. He added, “Congratulations on the efforts, the way we fought till the end. The attitude and approach was excellent.”Importantly, Iyer reminded that Punjab Kings are still on top of the table. He underlined the importance of staying grounded, saying, “We are still on top of the table, which is what matters. We will take positives from this game.”Looking ahead, Iyer looked optimistic about a comeback in the next match. Emphasizing the importance of preparation and mindset, he said the team is working behind the scenes. “If the character is high and the attitude is right, you will get results eventually…just stick to your basics and not think too far ahead.”With the race for the playoffs tight, PBKS may have faltered for a while, but the message from their captain is clear – stay composed, trust the process, and the results will follow.

Jemimah Rodrigues has backed young fast bowler Nandini Sharma to perform well for India. BCCI announced this on Sunday Team for T20 World Cup and England tourNandani earned a place in both the T20I and Test teams. The 24-year-old was included in the squad after Amanjot Kaur and Kashvi Gautam were ruled out due to injuries.

Nandini previously played under Jemima at Delhi Capitals and left a strong impression. She took 17 wickets in 10 matches at an economy rate of 8.31 and also became First Indian fast bowler to take a hat-trick In the history of the tournament, Gujarat achieved the feat against the giants.

Jemima said that the rich experience of the Indian team will play an important role in helping Nandini establish herself and grow at the international level.

“Nandini has been a great player for us throughout the WPL. To be honest, when we got her, we didn’t know what to expect; we knew she had talent,” Jemima was quoted as saying by PTI.

“When she came on the big stage of the WPL in front of the world, the way she performed, not only in the five-wicket haul (5/33 vs Gujarat Giants) but in every single game, she was consistent,” Jemimah said.

Jemima added: “I know this team will welcome him, prepare him well and there is a lot of experience in this team and it will bring out the best in him.”

Ahead of the T20 World Cup, India will get a chance to assess Nandini during the three-match series in England from May 28 to June 2. India are set to begin their World Cup campaign against Fatima Sana’s Pakistan on June 14 at Edgbaston, Birmingham. Nandini has joined Kranti Gaur, Renuka Singh Thakur and Arundhati Reddy as part of the fast offensive for the global event.

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Kolkata Knight Riders have given Manish Pandey a game against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Sunday, May 3, making him the third player after Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to play at least one match in each of the 19 seasons of the Indian Premier League. The 36-year-old was bought in the auction for Rs 75 lakh as a replacement for Ramandeep Singh in the KKR XI for the ninth match of the season and had spent the initial part of the campaign on the bench during the team’s poor spell.

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Pandey was selected over young options like Tejashwi Dahiya and Sarthak Ranjan, while captain Ajinkya Rahane opted for experience after Ramandeep struggled for form. This was Pandey’s first competitive match at the highest level since last year IPL. The batsman, who is one of the fittest players, was not selected by Karnataka for the 2025-26 domestic season.

Players in all 19 seasons of IPL

1. Virat Kohli

2. Rohit Sharma

3. Manish Pandey

MS Dhoni, 44, would join that list if he plays for Chennai Super Kings this season, but a calf injury has kept the former skipper out of competitive action so far.

Pandey made his IPL debut for Mumbai Indians in 2008 before moving to Royal Challengers Bangalore, where he became the first Indian centurion in the league in 2009. He then joined the now-defunct Pune Warriors India in 2010 and spent four seasons there. His best season came with KKR in 2014, when he played a key role in their second title win under the captaincy of Gautam Gambhir. He scored 400 runs in an IPL season for the first time that year.

He spent four seasons at KKR before moving to Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2018. Pandey played for Lucknow Super Giants in 2022 and Delhi Capitals in 2023 before returning to KKR in 2024. He played only one game in KKR’s victorious season and three games for the franchise last year.

KKR, who came into the game on a two-match winning streak, also brought back Finn Allen, giving the New Zealand opener another chance after failures at the start of the season.

Sunrisers Hyderabad were without all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, who was rested due to illness. They brought back Harshal Patel and gave a chance to Karnataka’s in-form Smrana Ravichandran. However, Pandey’s return was the key selection call, as it placed him alongside Kohli and Rohit in a small part of IPL history.

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