Mumbai, May 4 -- What looked like a strong but manageable batting effort turned into a full-scale onslaught as Nicholas Pooran's explosive innings powered Lucknow Super Giants to a massive total of 228/5 against Mumbai Indians in the 47th match of the Indian Premier League 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday night.
Mumbai, after winning the toss and opting to bowl first, expected early control on a traditionally high-scoring Wankhede surface. However, Lucknow batting unit had other plans, launching into the attack from the outset and steadily building momentum before Pooran's arrival changed the entire complexion of the innings.
The foundation was laid by Mitchell Marsh, who struck a fluent 44 off 25 balls, ensuring LSG did not lose ea...