In a high-octane encounter at the Wankhede Stadium, the Mumbai Indians (MI) showcased their batting might by chasing down a mammoth target of 229 against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on May 4, 2026. Led by a vintage performance from Rohit Sharma and a blistering knock by Ryan Rickelton, Mumbai crossed the finish line with 8 balls to spare, keeping their playoff hopes alive in a must-win clash.
A knock that had the Wankhede roaring for more 💙
🎥 Ryan Rickelton made it look too easy out there 👏
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LSG’s Power-Packed Inning: Pooran & Marsh Dominate
After being put in to bat, Lucknow Super Giants overcame an early setback to post a formidable 228/5. While debutant Josh Inglis fell early, the pair of Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran dismantled the MI bowling attack with a rapid 94-run partnership.
Nicholas Pooran: Smashed a sensational 63 off just 21 balls, including 8 towering sixes.
Mitchell Marsh: Provided steady aggression with a well-made 44 off 25 deliveries.
Late Flourish: Aiden Markram (31*) and Himmat Singh (40*) ensured LSG reached a record total for the venue.
Despite the carnage, MI’s Corbin Bosch was the pick of the bowlers, claiming 2 wickets for 20 runs in a tight spell that momentarily checked LSG’s momentum.
The Chase: The Rohit-Rickelton Show
Mumbai Indians needed their best-ever chase to secure two points, and the openers delivered exactly that. Rohit Sharma, returning from a hamstring injury, silenced critics with a masterful 84 off 44 balls. He was ably supported by South African sensation Ryan Rickelton, who hammered 83 off just 32 balls.
Key Highlights of the Chase:
The Opening Stand: The duo put on a record-breaking 143-run partnership, reaching 71/0 within the Powerplay.
Middle Order Stability: After the openers departed, stand-in skipper Suryakumar Yadav and Naman Dhir (23) maintained the tempo.
The Finish: Mumbai reached 229/4 in 18.4 overs, sealing a 6-wicket victory that sent the Wankhede crowd into a frenzy.
Player of the Match:Ryan Rickelton
