Lucknow Super Giants Vs Mumbai Indians Timeline
LSG proved in 2022 that new franchises don’t need to fear legacy teams; since then they have continued their upward trajectory as an IPL success blueprint.
Their explosive batting line-ups, strategic bowling techniques, and star players such as Quinton de Kock and KL Rahul have attracted cricket fans from across the world. This rivalry is defined by high-intensity encounters and close contests, as seen in the Lucknow Super Giants Vs Mumbai Indians Timeline, which highlights their thrilling battles over the seasons.
| Date | Venue | Winner | Margin | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Apr 2025 | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow | LSG | 12 runs | LSG scored 203/8; MI chased to 191/5. (ESPN.com) |
| 17 May 2024 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | LSG | 18 runs | LSG posted 214/6; MI 196/6. (AiScore) |
| 30 Apr 2024 | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow | LSG | 4 wickets (chase) | LSG defended a low target of 145. (AiScore) |
| 24 May 2023 | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | MI | 81 runs | MI’s sole win in the series so far. (fantasykhiladi.com) |
| 16 May 2023 | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow | LSG | 5 runs | LSG narrowly won a tight contest. (fantasykhiladi.com) |
Head-to-Head Record
Lucknow Super Giants vs Mumbai Indians rivalry is one of the most captivating and riveting modern cricket rivalries, particularly within IPL. Clashes between these teams often result in thrilling, high-intensity battles filled with individual brilliance as well as developing team strategies.
This rivalry began in 2022, when LSG joined the tournament as one of two new franchises under KL Rahul’s captaincy as one of two new teams. Under Rahul’s bat, his side quickly made an impressionive debut victory against MI in both league matches, featuring twin centuries by Rahul in match 2. Thus marked a fascinating rivalry between two rising powers in IPL.
In 2023, these two teams met three times; twice during the league stage and once during IPL Eliminator. LSG triumphed thanks to an excellent bowling effort while Akash Madhwal’s 5/5 spell sealed victory in Eliminator play for LSG. Each contest added another chapter to this fierce rivalry, cementing its status on IPL calendars worldwide.
Both teams enter this match unbeaten, yet even one victory could dramatically bolster their playoff prospects. MI will rely heavily on Rohit Sharma’s bat, and hope for a strong showing from their bowling unit, while LSG must count on skipper Rishabh Pant’s efforts as they look for victory at Ekana Stadium on Sunday.
2022
Lucknow Super Giants and Mumbai Indians share one of the most captivating modern rivalries in Indian Premier League history. While MI has earned five IPL championships to their name, LSG joined as one of seven new franchises in 2022 and quickly made an impression through consistent performances and powerful lineups. As their clashes involve dramatic chases and fiery exchanges on the field, every LSG-MI encounter becomes an eventful spectacle with hashtags such as #LSGvMI, #KLRahulVsRohit and #IPLClashofTitans takingover social media by storm.
At first, LSG-MI clashes were dominated by LSG as their home team won both series 3-0. But over time, their rivalry has become much more balanced; in 2024’s IPL, LSG won both matches between them while MI finished last in points table standings despite having India captain Rohit Sharma back on board.
This year, LSG and KL Rahul’s Twin Centuries set the tone for this rivalry between teams at Ekana Stadium. LSG cruised to a comfortable win in their league stage encounter while Akash Madhwal bowled an IPL Eliminator match-winner!
This confrontation promises to be an intense contest between MI and LSG, both teams hoping to build upon their respective successes this season. While MI have yet to reach the playoffs, LSG have shown promising league stage performance with evolving strategies putting them in prime position to challenge for first place.
2023
IPL fans hold an immense affinity for the rivalry between Lucknow Super Giants and Mumbai Indians. Every match in this IPL is worth watching thanks to its star-studded lineups and nail-biting finish; from KL Rahul’s brilliant innings and Marcus Stoinis’ all-round brilliance to Jasprit Bumrah’s deadly bowling, this rivalry encompasses everything that modern cricket rivalries should stand for.
LSG had previously dominated this rivalry through strong league-stage performances and exciting wins against MI, but things soon changed when MI won the Eliminator and eliminated LSG from playoff contention – prompting both teams to adjust their strategies in response. Both ended the season strongly, earning numerous victories against each other.
Re-establishing balance of power between LSG and Chennai ensured an exciting IPL rivalry that would remain six-2 in favour of LSG since that point.
LSG entered IPL 20 as one of several new franchises, proving their worth against established sides such as MI. KL Rahul set off this rivalry by hitting two hundreds during both league matches between them.
In 2023, both teams met three times: two league matches and an Eliminator clash. LSG were victorious in all three league matches while MI edged ahead thanks to Akash Madhwal’s impressive 5/5 spell in the Eliminator match, thus reestablishing balance in their rivalry and creating greater excitement ahead of future matches.
2024
The rivalry between Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants is one of the most riveting modern IPL rivalries. Both teams have come out victorious from most head-to-head encounters thanks to LSG’s fearless batting and strategic bowling, and MI’s star-studded lineup and captaincy brilliance; but this clash remains worth watching because it showcases both teams at their best; KL Rahul’s powerful batting, Marcus Stoinis’ all-round skills, Jasprit Bumrah’s world-class bowling make this match full of drama with nail biting finishes all round – one matchup worth watching!
LSG entered IPL 2022 as one of two new franchises and quickly proved themselves capable of competing with established teams in the league. LSG won its opening two league matches convincingly – both times KL Rahul scored centuries! Since then, rivalry between LSG and KL Rahul has become fiercer still.
Both teams meet again at Ekana Stadium on Friday. Both have won one out of three IPL matches so far, but MI’s recent win over Kolkata Knight Riders at Wankhede Stadium gave new hope of making an impressive comeback in this tournament.
At Wankhede Stadium, LSG defeated MI in an exciting contest. LSG amassed 215/7 in 20 overs thanks to Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh’s powerful performances for LSG; when MI attempted their chase of this total they eventually fell short by 12 runs due to Digvesh Rathi of LSG’s exceptional bowling who took five wickets within three overs – setting an all-time margin of victory against MI in this rivalry series.
2025
Lucknow Super Giants vs Mumbai Indians rivalry is one of the most entertaining in Indian Premier League. These high-intensity matches between these teams showcase flamboyant batting and explosive bowling action, made even more prominent due to brilliant performances of both teams’ superstar players; from KL Rahul’s twin centuries (2022) to Marcus Stoinis’ all-round brilliance (2024) and Jasprit Bumrah’s world-class pace (2025), this clash has become an exhibition of brilliant cricketing talent.
This season has seen both teams dominate at their home venues: LSG has an unbeaten record at Ekana Stadium while MI can only claim two victories out of five played there at Wankhede.
LSG won the opening match in dramatic fashion. Led by Mitchell Marsh’s 62 off 43 balls and Aiden Markram’s 54 off 35, they posted 215/7 in 20 overs, bowling out MI for 161 in response despite Hardik Pandya being in scintillating form on this night.
The second match was an intense contest. A low-scoring encounter drew to an exciting finish as MI needed five runs from one over. MI appeared unlikely when reaching 191/5 in their chase but Ravi Bishnoi’s economical spell and Nicholas Pooran’s 60 off 29 balls helped secure an unlikely victory by 12 runs.