Overview
- Lucknow Super Giants defended a total of 203/8, securing a 12-run victory over Mumbai Indians at the Ekana Cricket Stadium.
- Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markram powered LSG's innings with half-centuries, while Hardik Pandya's five-wicket haul stood out for MI.
- Mumbai Indians' decision to retire out Tilak Varma in the penultimate over drew sharp criticism from experts and fans.
- Rishabh Pant's poor form continued, scoring only 2 runs, raising concerns about his contribution as LSG captain.
- Rohit Sharma missed the match due to a knee injury but provided off-field guidance to MI during a strategic timeout.