LSG vs MI Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Lucknow Pitch Report & IPL 2025 Live Streaming

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will host Mumbai Indians (MI) in Match 16 of IPL 2025 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. LSG have had a mixed start to the season, winning one and losing two of their first three matches. Mumbai Indians, on the other hand, have a similar fate, winning just one out of their three games.

With a black-soil pitch and larger boundary dimensions at play, bowlers—especially pacers—are expected to have an impact. Both teams will aim to build momentum as they look for a crucial win in the early stages of the tournament. Let’s analyze the best Dream11 team combination for this game.

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Match Details: LSG vs MI

Match: Lucknow Super Giants vs Mumbai Indians, Match 16
Date: April 4, 2025 Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
What to Expect: A slow, black-soil pitch assisting pacers early and spinners in the middle overs. Large boundaries make hitting sixes more difficult.
Where to Watch: JioHotstar or Star Sports Network.

Head-to-Head Record LSG – 5 wins MI – 1 win

Pitch Report – Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

Ground Details – Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

Dimensions: 58m and 51m square, 65m straight.
Pitch Type: A black-soil surface offering pace and bounce early, later aiding spinners.
Runs Expected: A par score of 170-180.

Pacers vs Spinners at Lucknow (IPL 2024):

Type	Wickets	Average	Economy	Strike Rate
Pacers	58	27.93	9.24	18.1
Spinners	23	33.48	8.07	24.8

Average 1st Innings Score: 170-180 (The surface offers help to pacers early on, but batters can capitalize once set.)

What to Expect: Batters will need to be cautious in the powerplay, but the wicket should ease up as the game progresses. Pacers will be key, particularly those who bowl with hard lengths.

LSG vs MI: Probable Playing XIs

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)

Mitchell Marsh
Aiden Markram
Nicholas Pooran (wk)
Rishabh Pant (c)
Ayush Badoni
David Miller
Abdul Samad
Shardul Thakur
Avesh Khan
Ravi Bishnoi
Akash Deep/Digvesh Rathi
Impact Sub: Prince Yadav (if extra spin is needed)

Mumbai Indians (MI)

Rohit Sharma
Ryan Rickelton (wk)
Will Jacks
Suryakumar Yadav
Tilak Varma
Hardik Pandya (c)
Naman Dhir
Mitchell Santner
Deepak Chahar
Trent Boult
Ashwani Kumar
🔹Impact Sub: Vignesh Puthur (if an extra pacer is needed)

LSG vs MI Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Team

Wicketkeepers

Nicholas Pooran (LSG) (C/VC) – In tremendous form, striking the ball cleanly.
Rishabh Pant (LSG) – Struggling for runs this season but remains a dangerous player and has a good record vs MI.

Batters

Suryakumar Yadav (MI) – A match-winner who looks to be aggressive from the start.
Tilak Varma (MI) (C/VC) – Has the ability to accelerate and play crucial innings.

All-rounders

Mitchell Marsh (LSG) – Provides a solid start with the bat and can contribute with the ball.
Abdul Samad (LSG) – Capable of clearing boundaries and playing impactful cameos.
Hardik Pandya (MI) (C/VC) – Bowls crucial overs and is an explosive hitter in the death overs.
Mitchell Santner (MI) – A smart left-arm spinner who can be handy with the bat.
Shardul Thakur (LSG) – Has a knack for picking wickets in the powerplay.

Bowlers

Ashwani Kumar (MI) – A promising pacer who impressed in his IPL debut.
Trent Boult (MI) – Dangerous in the powerplay with his ability to swing the ball.

Captain & Vice-Captain Picks: Fantasy Tips

Nicholas Pooran (LSG) – Has been in exceptional form and can be a game-changer.
Tilak Varma (MI) – A consistent batter who can adapt to conditions.
Hardik Pandya (MI) – A genuine all-rounder who influences games with both bat and ball.