The Mumbai Indians are gearing up to face the Lucknow Super Giants at the Wankhede Stadium, with fans eagerly awaiting the return of their star player, Rohit Sharma. Sharma has been sidelined since April 12 due to a hamstring injury, but there is hope that he may make a comeback for this crucial match. The team is currently struggling at the bottom of the table, with just two wins from nine games, putting pressure on captain Hardik Pandya. The return of Sharma could provide the much-needed boost both mentally and tactically for the team. However, the medical team is being cautious about rushing him back into action.
MI’s opening pair has been unsettled in Sharma’s absence, relying on Ryan Rickelton and Will Jacks. If Sharma is fit to play, he is likely to replace Rickelton at the top of the order. On the other hand, Lucknow Super Giants have been managing the workload of their key player, Mohsin Khan, who is fit and ready to go. The probable playing XIs for the match include Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, and Rishabh Pant for LSG, and Will Jacks, Ryan Rickelton, and Hardik Pandya for MI. The final decision on Sharma’s availability will be made after the warm-ups before the game.
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