As the race for the IPL 2025 playoffs intensifies, Mumbai Indians (MI) are hitting top gear at the right time. After a slow start with just one win in their first five matches, MI has made a strong comeback with four consecutive victories. Their next challenge comes against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Sunday, a crucial match for both teams still vying for a spot in the playoffs.
Ahead of this high-stakes encounter, a lighter moment at MI’s training session went viral, showcasing the camaraderie within the squad. In a video shared by MI’s official social media handle, veteran opener Rohit Sharma was seen playfully taunting LSG’s Shardul Thakur for arriving late to practice.
“Kya re hero, abhi aa raha hai, ghar ka team hai kya?” (Hey, hero, you’re coming now? Is this your home?), Rohit quipped, prompting laughter from teammates and fans alike. The light-hearted exchange between the two players added a bit of humor to the build-up to the crucial match.
Rohit Sharma Finding Form at the Right Time
Rohit Sharma, who missed the earlier MI vs LSG encounter due to injury, seems to be peaking at just the right moment in IPL 2025. After starting the season with a duck against Chennai Super Kings, the 37-year-old has regained his form, entering Sunday’s contest with back-to-back fifties. He scored an unbeaten 76 from 45 balls against CSK and followed it up with a fluent 70 off 46 deliveries in the win against Sunrisers Hyderabad, helping MI to a seven-wicket victory.
Rohit’s recent performances have been a key factor in MI’s resurgence, and the team will rely on his experience and form as they look to avenge their 12-run loss to LSG earlier in the season.
Shardul Thakur’s Impact for LSG
Shardul Thakur has been a standout performer for Lucknow Super Giants since joining the franchise as a replacement for the injured Mohsin Khan. The right-arm pacer is currently LSG’s top wicket-taker with 12 wickets in nine matches. Thakur’s ability to strike in the middle overs has been crucial for LSG’s success this season.
In the previous match against MI, Thakur was one of the key performers, finishing with figures of 1/40 from his four overs, including the crucial wicket of MI’s wicketkeeper-batter Ryan Rickelton. With LSG fighting for a playoff spot, Thakur will be a key player in their bowling attack.
Match Preview: MI vs LSG – A High-Voltage Showdown
As Mumbai Indians return to form and Lucknow Super Giants aim to consolidate their position in the playoffs race, fans can expect a high-voltage showdown at Wankhede Stadium. With both teams boasting strong lineups, including key players like Rohit Sharma and Shardul Thakur, this match is set to be an exciting contest that could have major implications for the playoff standings.
With both teams on the hunt for crucial points, this clash promises to be an electrifying battle, and fans will be eagerly watching to see who comes out on top.
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