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CricBattle Daily Fantasy Cricket League Tips Lucknow vs Mumbai on April 4 by Soubhagya Swain,1 days ago  

CricBattle Daily Fantasy Cricket League Tips

Lucknow vs Mumbai on April 4

 

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Mumbai Indians (MI) will clash against each other in the 16th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. MI secured a victory against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in their backyard, while LSG suffered a defeat against Punjab Kings (PBKS) at home. Now, LSG will be eager to bounce back with a strong performance in front of their home crowd. MI delivered a commanding performance against Knight Riders, where Ashwani Kumar was the standout performer, claiming 4 for 24, while the rest of the bowlers contributed effectively to restrict KKR to just 116 runs. In response, MI comfortably chased down the target in 12.2 overs, with Ryan Rickelton leading the charge with an unbeaten 62 off 41 balls, securing their first victory of the IPL season. Meanwhile, LSG suffered their second defeat of the season, losing to PBKS by 8 wickets in their first home match. Punjab players completely outplayed them in all departments, leaving LSG stumbled. The only bright spot for Super Giants was Nicholas Pooran’s stellar form, as he continues to hold the orange cap with 189 runs in three matches. Now, the Lucknow team will be eager to bounce back and secure their second victory in front of their home crowd in Lucknow. The match between the two sides will take place at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, on Friday, April 4, at 7:30 PM (IST). The two teams have strengths in different departments, setting the stage for an exciting contest. LSG’s batting lineup features players like Nicholas Pooran, Aiden Markram, David Miller, and Mitchell Marsh, while MI possesses a formidable bowling attack led by Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar, Ashwani Kumar, and Mitchell Santner. With both teams excelling in their respective areas, a thrilling battle can be expected.

Best economical pick – ​Ashwani Kumar, a 23-year-old left-arm fast bowler from Punjab, made a remarkable debut for Mumbai Indians (MI) in the IPL 2025 season. In his first match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on March 31, 2025, he delivered an outstanding performance, taking 4 wickets for 24 runs in 3 overs. This feat made him the first Indian to claim four wickets on IPL debut. Selecting Ashwani Kumar for your fantasy team could be a strategic move. His impressive debut indicates potential for future performances.  

Top captains & vice captains – Nicholas Pooran, the wicketkeeper-batsman for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), has been in exceptional form during the IPL 2025 season. He leads the tournament's run-scoring charts with 189 runs in three matches, boasting an impressive average of 63.00 and a striking strike rate of 219.76.  His standout performances include a blistering 75 off 30 balls against Delhi Capitals and a rapid 70 off 26 balls versus Sunrisers Hyderabad. In LSG's recent match against Punjab Kings on April 1, 2025, Pooran contributed a solid 44 runs off 30 balls, underscoring his consistent form. Pooran's current form makes him a strong candidate for the captaincy role in your fantasy team. His ability to score quickly and anchor the innings adds significant value. Ryan Rickelton, the South African left-handed opener for Mumbai Indians achieved his maiden IPL half-century, scoring an unbeaten 62 runs off 41 balls, leading MI to an eight-wicket victory against Kolkata Knight Riders. His impressive performance against KKR indicates potential, appointing him as vice-captain could be beneficial.

Smart pick – Mitchell Marsh, the Australian all-rounder representing Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), has displayed notable performances in the IPL 2025 season. In the three matches so far, Marsh accumulated a total of 124 runs, averaging 41.33 with a striking rate of 182.35. His recent batting form, highlighted by two half-centuries, demonstrates his capability to score significant runs. Additionally, his potential contributions with the ball add value.

Cautious Pick – ​Rohit Sharma, the opening batsman for Mumbai Indians (MI), has had a challenging start to the IPL 2025 season. In total, Rohit has accumulated 28 runs across these three innings, averaging 9.33. His highest score so far is 15. These figures indicate a dip in form, which has been a topic of discussion among cricket analysts and fans. Given Rohit Sharma's current form, selecting him in your fantasy team carries certain risks. While Rohit has an impressive overall IPL record and the potential to deliver match-winning performances, his recent struggles suggest that he might not be the most reliable choice at this moment.

My XI – Nicholas Pooran (Captain), Ryan Rickelton (Vice-Captain), Mitchell Marsh, Ashwani Kumar, Rishabh Pant, Shardul Thakur, David Miller, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Trent Boult

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