In a thrilling encounter at the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 Eliminator match, Mumbai Indians (MI) showcased their dominance as they convincingly knocked out Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by a big 81-run margin.
Cameron Green and Suryakumar Yadav spearheaded MI’s innings, taking them to a good total of 182 runs, while the determined bowling effort led by Akash Madhwal restricted LSG to a mere 101 runs.
Opting to bat first after winning the toss, MI initially struggled to find their rhythm as they endured a sluggish start. However, their strong middle order showcased their class, unleashing an array of beautiful shots to counter LSG’s bowling attack.
How about that for an #Eliminator Performance!
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The Mumbai Indians put on an incredible bowling display 👏🏻👏🏻#TATAIPL | #LSGvMI pic.twitter.com/rQpCgcEjnU
In a mirror image of MI’s start, LSG’s openers also fell victim to early dismissals, setting a challenging tone for their pursuit of MI’s target. However, barring Marcus Stoinis, who displayed some promising form, none of the LSG batsmen managed to make a significant impact on the match.
Marcus Stoinis showcased his batting prowess, crafting an impressive innings of 40 runs from 27 deliveries. His innings featured a delightful display of stroke play, including 5 boundaries and a well-timed six.
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