IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians' strongest predicted XI against Lucknow Super Giants

Published - 03 May 2026, 16:45 IST | Updated - 03 May 2026, 16:49 IST

The five-time Indian Premier League champions Mumbai Indians (MI) will host Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on May 4. The Hardik Pandya-led side are having a horrific IPL 2026, managing to win just two of their nine matches in the season.

With just four points to their name, they are on the verge of elimination from the competition. So, this becomes an important clash for them to stay alive in the tournament.

LSG, on the other hand, are a struggling unit too. The Rishabh Pant side is the lowest ranked team so far in IPL 2026, as they have only managed to win two of their eight matches so far.

The Mumbai Indians side will continue to back the opening pair of Will Jacks and Ryan Rickelton despite mixed results. Rohit Sharma continues to sit outside due to an injury. Will Jacks give an all-round presence, and is one of the cleanest strikers of the ball.

Rickelton, on the other hand, has been one of MI’s most consistent batters in this season, scoring 297 runs so far. Naman Dhir has been given the number 3 slot, and is coming off after a decent knock against CSK. With the match being played at the Wankhede Stadium, the top-order’s role becomes even more critical.