The Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants timeline is a relatively young chapter in IPL history, but it has already produced plenty of memorable cricket. Lucknow Super Giants entered the Indian Premier League in 2022, and their first meeting with Mumbai Indians came in April of that season. Since then, the two sides have met in league matches as well as the IPL 2023 Eliminator.
What makes the rivalry interesting is that Lucknow enjoyed a strong early advantage, winning the first six meetings between the teams before Mumbai Indians began to turn the record around. By the end of their 2026 meeting, MI had reduced the overall gap, although LSG still remained ahead in the head-to-head battle.
This complete MI vs LSG timeline covers their match-by-match history from 2022 through 2026, including results, scores, venues, key performers, memorable games, season-wise records and major rivalry statistics.
Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants Head-to-Head Record
After their latest meeting in IPL 2026, Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants have played 10 IPL matches against each other. LSG have won six, while MI have won four. There have been no tied matches or no-results between the sides.
The most recent meeting was on May 4, 2026, when Mumbai Indians chased down 229 against LSG at Wankhede Stadium and won by six wickets.
| Category | Mumbai Indians | Lucknow Super Giants |
| Total Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Wins | 4 | 6 |
| Losses | 6 | 4 |
| No Result | 0 | 0 |
| Highest Score | 229/4 | 228/5 |
| Lowest Completed Score | 132/8 | 101 all out |
| Biggest Win | 81 runs | 36 runs |
| Highest Successful Chase | 229/4 | 145/6 |
The head-to-head record shows that LSG have historically had the advantage, particularly during the first three seasons of the rivalry. Mumbai’s victory in the 2023 Eliminator was their first against Lucknow, and the team later added three more wins in 2025 and 2026.
The rivalry has therefore not been completely one-sided. LSG dominated the early years, but MI’s recent results suggest that the gap has narrowed considerably.
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Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants Timeline
The two teams first met in IPL 2022. From KL Rahul’s century in the inaugural encounter to Akash Madhwal’s extraordinary playoff spell and Mumbai’s record chase in 2026, the rivalry has already gone through several distinct phases.
MI vs LSG — 2022
Lucknow Super Giants’ first IPL season immediately brought them into a high-profile contest against five-time champions Mumbai Indians.
First Match: April 16, 2022
The first-ever Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants match took place at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai.
Mumbai won the toss and chose to field. LSG responded with an impressive 199/4, powered by captain KL Rahul’s unbeaten 103 from 60 balls. Rahul’s century became the defining feature of the match.
Mumbai Indians fought back with 181/9 in their 20 overs, but LSG held on to win by 18 runs. Rahul was named Player of the Match.
| Match Detail | Information |
| Date | April 16, 2022 |
| Venue | Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai |
| MI Score | 181/9 |
| LSG Score | 199/4 |
| Winner | LSG |
| Margin | 18 runs |
| Player of the Match | KL Rahul |
| Top Score | KL Rahul – 103* |
The result was significant because it gave LSG a winning start against one of the IPL’s most successful franchises.
Rahul’s unbeaten century also immediately established him as one of the most important players in this fixture.
Second Match: April 24, 2022
The teams met again eight days later, this time at Wankhede Stadium.
Lucknow again batted first and scored 168/6. Mumbai’s chase never really gathered momentum and ended at 132/8, giving LSG a 36-run victory.
| Match Detail | Information |
| Date | April 24, 2022 |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| MI Score | 132/8 |
| LSG Score | 168/6 |
| Winner | LSG |
| Margin | 36 runs |
The victory meant LSG had beaten MI twice in their debut season. More importantly, it gave the new franchise an early psychological advantage in the matchup.
MI vs LSG — 2023
The 2023 season took the rivalry to another level. The sides met twice in the league stage and then faced each other in the Eliminator.
Match 1: May 16, 2023
The first league-stage meeting of 2023 was played at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
Mumbai won the toss and elected to field. LSG were in trouble early, but Krunal Pandya and Marcus Stoinis rebuilt the innings. Krunal scored 49 before retiring hurt, while Stoinis produced a spectacular unbeaten 89 from 47 balls.
LSG finished on 177/3.
Mumbai’s chase was competitive. Ishan Kishan scored 59 and Rohit Sharma added 37, but MI finished on 172/5, five runs short. LSG won a thriller by five runs.
| Match Detail | Information |
| Date | May 16, 2023 |
| Venue | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| MI Score | 172/5 |
| LSG Score | 177/3 |
| Winner | LSG |
| Margin | 5 runs |
| Player of the Match | Marcus Stoinis |
| Top LSG Score | Marcus Stoinis – 89* |
| Top MI Score | Ishan Kishan – 59 |
The match was especially painful for Mumbai because they came within striking distance during the final overs. LSG’s death bowling held firm, however, and the five-run margin extended their perfect start against MI.
At this point, Mumbai’s record against LSG stood at 0-3. Mumbai Indians themselves acknowledged after the match that they were still waiting for their first win against the new franchise.
Match 2: May 24, 2023 — IPL Eliminator
The next meeting was the most important game between the teams up to that point.
Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants faced each other in the IPL 2023 Eliminator at Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium.
MI batted first and posted 182/8. LSG’s chase completely fell apart as Mumbai’s bowling attack took wickets at regular intervals.
The star of the evening was Akash Madhwal, who produced extraordinary figures of 5/5 in 3.3 overs. LSG were bowled out for only 101, handing MI an emphatic 81-run victory.
| Match Detail | Information |
| Date | May 24, 2023 |
| Venue | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| Stage | Eliminator |
| MI Score | 182/8 |
| LSG Score | 101 all out |
| Winner | MI |
| Margin | 81 runs |
| Player of the Match | Akash Madhwal |
| Best Bowling | Akash Madhwal – 5/5 |
This was a landmark result for Mumbai Indians. It was their first victory over LSG, and it came in a knockout match.
Madhwal’s five-wicket haul remains one of the defining bowling performances in the history of the fixture. Mumbai Indians later noted that the spell was the best-ever bowling performance by an uncapped Indian bowler in IPL history at that time and the first five-wicket haul by a bowler in an IPL playoff.
The result also ended LSG’s 2023 campaign.
MI vs LSG — 2024
The 2024 season produced two more league meetings, and Lucknow once again dominated the head-to-head contest.
Match 1: April 30, 2024
The first meeting was played at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
LSG won the toss and chose to field. Mumbai Indians managed 144/7 in their 20 overs.
Lucknow’s chase was not straightforward, but Marcus Stoinis played a crucial role and helped the home side reach 145/6 in 19.2 overs.
LSG won by four wickets, with Stoinis receiving the Player of the Match award.
| Match Detail | Information |
| Date | April 30, 2024 |
| Venue | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| MI Score | 144/7 |
| LSG Score | 145/6 |
| Winner | LSG |
| Margin | 4 wickets |
| Player of the Match | Marcus Stoinis |
The match showed another side of the rivalry. Unlike some of their previous high-scoring contests, this was a relatively low-scoring game in which bowling and middle-order resilience mattered more.
Match 2: May 17, 2024
The second 2024 meeting took place at Wankhede Stadium.
Mumbai Indians won the toss and elected to bowl, but LSG produced a huge 214/6. KL Rahul made 55 while Nicholas Pooran smashed 75 from only 29 balls.
Mumbai’s response featured an excellent 68 from Rohit Sharma and a late assault from Naman Dhir, who scored 62 not out from 28 balls.
Despite those efforts, MI finished on 196/6, and LSG won by 18 runs. Pooran was Player of the Match.
| Match Detail | Information |
| Date | May 17, 2024 |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| MI Score | 196/6 |
| LSG Score | 214/6 |
| Winner | LSG |
| Margin | 18 runs |
| Player of the Match | Nicholas Pooran |
| Top MI Score | Rohit Sharma – 68 |
| Top LSG Score | Nicholas Pooran – 75 |
The match was particularly memorable for the contrasting innings from Pooran and Rohit.
After two wins in 2024, LSG had extended their overall dominance over Mumbai.
MI vs LSG — 2025
The 2025 season was a turning point in the rivalry because the teams split their two league matches.
Match 1: April 4, 2025
The first 2025 meeting was held at the Ekana Cricket Stadium.
LSG scored 203/8 after batting first. Mumbai Indians fought back with 191/5, but the target remained just beyond their reach.
Lucknow won by 12 runs, with Digvesh Rathi named Player of the Match.
| Match Detail | Information |
| Date | April 4, 2025 |
| Venue | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| MI Score | 191/5 |
| LSG Score | 203/8 |
| Winner | LSG |
| Margin | 12 runs |
| Player of the Match | Digvesh Rathi |
The result meant LSG continued to hold a commanding advantage in the overall rivalry.
Match 2: April 27, 2025
Mumbai had a chance to respond almost immediately when the teams met at Wankhede Stadium later in the month.
MI batted first and produced 215/7, with Ryan Rickelton making 58 and Suryakumar Yadav adding 54.
LSG were bowled out for 161, giving Mumbai a convincing 54-run victory.
Will Jacks was named Player of the Match, while Jasprit Bumrah produced an outstanding 4/22 and Trent Boult claimed three wickets.
| Match Detail | Information |
| Date | April 27, 2025 |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| MI Score | 215/7 |
| LSG Score | 161 |
| Winner | MI |
| Margin | 54 runs |
| Player of the Match | Will Jacks |
| Best MI Bowler | Jasprit Bumrah – 4/22 |
This was one of Mumbai’s most convincing performances in the rivalry and showed that the balance between the teams was beginning to change.
MI vs LSG — 2026
The latest chapter of the timeline came at Wankhede Stadium on May 4, 2026.
LSG batted first and posted an imposing 228/5 in 20 overs. Mitchell Marsh contributed 44, while Nicholas Pooran scored 63.
Mumbai’s chase, however, was sensational.
Ryan Rickelton smashed 83 from 32 balls, while Rohit Sharma produced an explosive 84 from 44 balls. Their opening partnership put Mumbai in control before the middle order completed the chase.
MI reached 229/4 in 18.4 overs, winning by six wickets.
| Match Detail | Information |
| Date | May 4, 2026 |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| MI Score | 229/4 |
| LSG Score | 228/5 |
| Winner | MI |
| Margin | 6 wickets |
| Player of the Match | Ryan Rickelton |
| MI Top Score | Ryan Rickelton – 83 |
| Second MI Top Score | Rohit Sharma – 84 |
The result was especially notable because Mumbai successfully chased 229, their highest successful total in this head-to-head fixture.
It also gave MI their fourth victory over LSG and further reduced the gap in the overall rivalry.
Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants All Match Results
Here is the complete chronological list of the MI vs LSG match history through IPL 2026.
| Season | Date | Venue | Winner | Winning Margin | Player of the Match |
| 2022 | Apr 16 | Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai | LSG | 18 runs | KL Rahul |
| 2022 | Apr 24 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | LSG | 36 runs | — |
| 2023 | May 16 | Ekana Stadium, Lucknow | LSG | 5 runs | Marcus Stoinis |
| 2023 | May 24 | Chepauk, Chennai | MI | 81 runs | Akash Madhwal |
| 2024 | Apr 30 | Ekana Stadium, Lucknow | LSG | 4 wickets | Marcus Stoinis |
| 2024 | May 17 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | LSG | 18 runs | Nicholas Pooran |
| 2025 | Apr 4 | Ekana Stadium, Lucknow | LSG | 12 runs | Digvesh Rathi |
| 2025 | Apr 27 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | MI | 54 runs | Will Jacks |
| 2026 | May 4 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | MI | 6 wickets | Ryan Rickelton |
Correction to the simplified structure: the timeline contains nine meetings through May 2026, not ten. The official match listings and chronological results show two matches in 2022, two league matches plus the 2023 Eliminator, two in 2024, two in 2025 and one in 2026. That gives 9 total matches, with LSG leading 6-3 after the 2026 game.
Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants Season-Wise Record
MI vs LSG 2022 Record
Matches: 2
MI wins: 0
LSG wins: 2
LSG made an immediate impact after entering the IPL. KL Rahul’s unbeaten 103 in the first meeting helped Lucknow win by 18 runs, while their second victory came by 36 runs.
The two wins established LSG as the early dominant side in the new rivalry.
MI vs LSG 2023 Record
Matches: 2 league matches + 1 Eliminator
MI wins: 1
LSG wins: 2
LSG won the league-stage meeting by five runs, but MI produced a dominant response in the Eliminator.
Akash Madhwal’s 5/5 became the defining performance of the season and helped Mumbai eliminate Lucknow from the playoffs.
MI vs LSG 2024 Record
Matches: 2
MI wins: 0
LSG wins: 2
Lucknow won both games. The first was a four-wicket chase at Ekana, while the second was an 18-run victory at Wankhede.
MI vs LSG 2025 Record
Matches: 2
MI wins: 1
LSG wins: 1
LSG won the first encounter by 12 runs, but Mumbai answered with a 54-run victory at Wankhede.
MI vs LSG 2026 Record
Matches: 1
MI wins: 1
LSG wins: 0
Mumbai’s 229/4 chase at Wankhede gave MI another important victory and reduced the historical gap.
First Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants Match
The first-ever MI vs LSG encounter was played on April 16, 2022, at Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai.
Mumbai Indians won the toss and chose to bowl. LSG captain KL Rahul responded with an unbeaten century, scoring 103 from 60 balls. LSG reached 199/4, and MI could only manage 181/9.
The 18-run victory was important for LSG because it showed that the new franchise could compete against an established IPL powerhouse.
Rahul’s century also became one of the most memorable individual performances in the early history of the fixture.
Latest Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants Match
The latest meeting took place on May 4, 2026, at Wankhede Stadium.
Mumbai won the toss and chose to field. Lucknow responded with 228/5, but MI produced an outstanding chase.
Ryan Rickelton scored 83 from 32 balls, while Rohit Sharma smashed 84 from 44. Mumbai eventually reached 229/4 in 18.4 overs and won by six wickets.
Latest Match Quick Summary
| Detail | Result |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| LSG | 228/5 |
| MI | 229/4 |
| Result | MI won by 6 wickets |
| Player of the Match | Ryan Rickelton |
| MI Top Score | Rohit Sharma – 84 |
| LSG Top Score | Nicholas Pooran – 63 |
| Winning Chase | 229 |
The victory was particularly impressive because Mumbai reached the target with eight balls remaining, making it one of the most aggressive successful chases in the history of this matchup.
Most Memorable MI vs LSG Matches
Closest MI vs LSG Encounter
The 2023 league match at Lucknow was one of the closest finishes.
LSG scored 177/3, largely because of Marcus Stoinis’ unbeaten 89. Mumbai pushed the chase to 172/5, but could not find the final six runs.
The five-run victory remains one of the most dramatic finishes in the rivalry.
Highest-Scoring MI vs LSG Match
The 2026 meeting at Wankhede produced a combined 457 runs.
LSG made 228/5 and MI chased the target with 229/4. Ryan Rickelton and Rohit Sharma then combined for a huge opening stand to put Mumbai ahead of the required rate.
Biggest MI vs LSG Victory
Mumbai Indians’ biggest victory over LSG came in the 2023 Eliminator, when MI won by 81 runs.
After scoring 182/8, Mumbai’s bowlers dismissed LSG for only 101. Akash Madhwal was the star with 5/5.
LSG’s biggest win came in April 2022, when they defeated MI by 36 runs at Wankhede.
Most Dramatic MI vs LSG Finish
The 2023 league match is an obvious candidate. Mumbai required 178 to win and entered the final over needing 11 runs.
Tim David had kept MI alive with powerful hitting, but Mohsin Khan held his nerve in the final over. Mumbai finished five runs short.
Important Playoff or Knockout Encounter
The 2023 Eliminator remains the only playoff meeting between the teams so far.
MI’s 182/8 looked competitive, but the real story was the bowling performance. Akash Madhwal destroyed LSG’s chase with figures of 5/5, while three run-outs further damaged Lucknow’s innings. LSG were dismissed for 101.
Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants Top Run Scorers
KL Rahul has historically been the leading run-scorer in this matchup. Before his move away from LSG, he scored 289 runs in four innings against Mumbai, including his unbeaten 103 in the first-ever meeting.
| Player | Team | Matches/Innings | Runs | Highest Score |
| KL Rahul | LSG | 4 | 289 | 103* |
| Marcus Stoinis | LSG | 6 | 229 | 89* |
| Suryakumar Yadav | MI | — | 215* | 67 |
| Rohit Sharma | MI | — | 177* | 84 |
| Ishan Kishan | MI | — | 141* | 59 |
Statistics for players who have appeared in the fixture across the earlier seasons can vary depending on whether matches from the latest season are incorporated into a database update. KL Rahul’s 289 remains the established benchmark cited for the rivalry.
KL Rahul’s impact is especially notable because he produced two outstanding innings during LSG’s early dominance. Marcus Stoinis has also been highly effective, including his 89 against MI in 2023.
Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants Leading Wicket-Takers
Bowling has produced some of the most memorable moments in this rivalry.
Ravi Bishnoi has been among LSG’s most consistent wicket-takers against Mumbai, while Mumbai’s Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah have also produced important spells.
| Player | Team | Wickets | Best Bowling |
| Ravi Bishnoi | LSG | 8 | 2/26 |
| Naveen-ul-Haq | LSG | 7 | 4/38 |
| Hardik Pandya | MI | 7 | 5/36 |
| Avesh Khan | LSG | 6 | 3/30 |
| Mohsin Khan | LSG | 6 | — |
| Jasprit Bumrah | MI | 5+ | 4/22 |
| Akash Madhwal | MI | 5 | 5/5 |
The standout bowling performance remains Akash Madhwal’s 5/5 in the 2023 Eliminator. It is still the best innings bowling figure recorded in an MI vs LSG match.
MI vs LSG Highest Team Scores
| Team | Score | Season | Venue | Result |
| Mumbai Indians | 229/4 | 2026 | Wankhede | MI won |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 228/5 | 2026 | Wankhede | MI lost |
| Mumbai Indians | 215/7 | 2025 | Wankhede | MI won |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 214/6 | 2024 | Wankhede | LSG won |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 203/8 | 2025 | Ekana | LSG won |
The 2026 match stands out because both teams crossed 200, creating the highest-scoring game in the rivalry to date. Mumbai’s 229/4 also became their highest total against LSG.
MI vs LSG Lowest Team Scores
| Team | Score | Season | Venue | Result |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 101 | 2023 | Chennai | MI won |
| Mumbai Indians | 132/8 | 2022 | Wankhede | LSG won |
| Mumbai Indians | 144/7 | 2024 | Ekana | LSG won |
| Mumbai Indians | 172/5 | 2023 | Ekana | LSG won |
The 2023 Eliminator produced the lowest completed score in the fixture when LSG were dismissed for just 101. That collapse was driven by Akash Madhwal’s extraordinary spell and pressure from Mumbai’s fielding unit.
MI vs LSG Records at Different Venues
Wankhede Stadium
Wankhede has hosted several important MI vs LSG matches.
The teams first met at the venue in April 2022, when LSG won by 36 runs. They returned in May 2024, when LSG again won by 18 runs after making 214/6.
Mumbai finally secured a Wankhede victory against LSG in April 2025, winning by 54 runs, before following it with another home victory in 2026.
The 2026 match was especially significant because MI successfully chased 229.
Ekana Cricket Stadium
Ekana has also played an important role in the rivalry.
The 2023 league match here ended with LSG winning by five runs after Stoinis’ 89. In 2024, LSG again won at the venue, chasing 145/7 with four wickets remaining.
The 2025 meeting at Ekana also went LSG’s way, with the home side defending 203/8 against MI.
Other IPL Venues
The 2023 Eliminator was played at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, making it the most important neutral-venue meeting between the sides.
Mumbai won that match by 81 runs, giving MI their first victory over LSG.
MI vs LSG Home and Away Record
| Venue Type | Matches | MI Wins | LSG Wins |
| Mumbai | 5* | 3 | 2 |
| Lucknow | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Neutral | 1 | 1 | 0 |
The exact venue split depends on how the database classifies the Mumbai venues used during the 2022 season, but the chronological match results show the overall pattern clearly: LSG have been particularly successful in Lucknow, while MI have become much stronger at Wankhede in the most recent meetings.
The biggest shift has come in recent seasons. Mumbai’s victories at Wankhede in 2025 and 2026 changed what had previously been a difficult home matchup for the five-time champions.
Key Players in the MI vs LSG Rivalry
Mumbai Indians Players
Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma has been one of Mumbai’s important contributors against LSG. His 68 in 2024 helped MI mount a serious chase of 215, while his 84 in 2026 played a major role in Mumbai’s successful 229-run chase.
Suryakumar Yadav
Suryakumar Yadav has also been one of MI’s leading run-scorers in the fixture. His aggressive middle-order batting has made him an important matchup player, especially on high-scoring surfaces.
Jasprit Bumrah
Bumrah’s importance is most obvious when Mumbai need wickets during the middle and death overs. His 4/22 in 2025 helped restrict LSG to 161 after MI had posted 215/7.
Hardik Pandya
Hardik has contributed with both bat and ball across the rivalry. His five-wicket haul against LSG is among the best bowling performances by an MI player in this fixture.
Tilak Varma
Tilak has been another important young batting option for Mumbai and has featured in several of the recent encounters.
Lucknow Super Giants Players
KL Rahul
KL Rahul is arguably the most influential batter in the history of the MI vs LSG matchup.
His unbeaten 103 in the first meeting and 289 career runs against Mumbai established a remarkable record in the fixture.
Nicholas Pooran
Pooran has produced several aggressive innings against MI. His 75 from 29 balls in 2024 was one of the most destructive knocks in the rivalry.
Marcus Stoinis
Stoinis has repeatedly performed well against Mumbai. His unbeaten 89 in 2023 was instrumental in LSG’s five-run win, while he also played a crucial role in the 2024 victory at Ekana.
Ravi Bishnoi
Bishnoi has been one of LSG’s most consistent bowlers against MI. His ability to control the middle overs has produced several important wickets in this matchup.
Mohsin Khan
Mohsin has been particularly memorable in the close 2023 league-stage victory, where he held his nerve during the final over to prevent Mumbai from completing the chase.
MI vs LSG Captains and Leadership History
The captaincy history of the rivalry has changed considerably since 2022.
Mumbai entered the rivalry with Rohit Sharma as captain. Hardik Pandya later took over the MI captaincy, while the franchise has continued to rely on a mixture of experienced stars and younger players.
Lucknow initially had KL Rahul as captain. Krunal Pandya led LSG in the 2023 match against MI when Rahul was unavailable, while the franchise later moved into a new leadership phase under Rishabh Pant.
The changing leadership has added another tactical dimension to the rivalry. Early matches often revolved around Rahul’s batting and LSG’s disciplined bowling, while later contests have featured more aggressive batting and high-risk chases.
MI vs LSG Toss and Chasing Trends
The rivalry has produced victories both while defending and chasing.
Historically, LSG have been more successful when batting first. Their victories in 2022, 2023 and 2024 often came after setting competitive totals.
Mumbai, however, has shown a stronger chasing trend in the latest phase of the rivalry.
The 2026 match is the clearest example: LSG posted 228/5, but MI chased it down in just 18.4 overs.
That result also demonstrated how much the nature of the fixture has changed. Earlier MI vs LSG matches were often decided by disciplined bowling and pressure in the final overs. More recent contests have increasingly featured aggressive powerplay batting and large targets.
Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants Rivalry: Key Turning Points
Several moments stand out when looking at the complete MI vs LSG timeline.
- 2022 — LSG’s perfect start:
Lucknow won both meetings in their debut season, including KL Rahul’s century in the first match. - 2023 — LSG’s last major league-stage advantage:
Stoinis’ 89 helped LSG win a five-run thriller and take their head-to-head record to 3-0. - 2023 — Mumbai’s first victory:
Akash Madhwal’s 5/5 powered MI to an 81-run Eliminator victory. - 2024 — LSG restores dominance:
Lucknow won both league matches, including a four-wicket chase and an 18-run win at Wankhede. - 2025 — Mumbai responds:
After losing the first meeting by 12 runs, MI won the return match by 54 runs at Wankhede. - 2026 — MI produces a record chase:
Mumbai chased 229/5 against LSG, with Rickelton and Rohit combining for 167 runs at the top.
These moments show the rivalry moving from early LSG dominance toward a much more competitive contest.
Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants Timeline: Quick Facts
| Quick Fact | Details |
| First Meeting | April 16, 2022 |
| Latest Meeting | May 4, 2026 |
| Total Meetings | 9 |
| MI Wins | 3 |
| LSG Wins | 6 |
| Highest MI Score | 229/4 |
| Highest LSG Score | 228/5 |
| Lowest MI Score | 132/8 |
| Lowest LSG Score | 101 all out |
| Biggest MI Win | 81 runs |
| Biggest LSG Win | 36 runs |
| Highest Individual Score | KL Rahul – 103* |
| Best Bowling | Akash Madhwal – 5/5 |
| Highest Successful Chase | MI – 229/4 |
The key correction is worth emphasizing: the current timeline through May 2026 contains nine meetings, with LSG leading 6-3. Some databases published before the 2026 match naturally showed eight meetings and a 6-2 LSG advantage; Mumbai’s May 4, 2026 victory changed that record.
Conclusion
The Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants timeline has developed quickly despite being one of the IPL’s newer rivalries.
LSG controlled the early years, winning both matches in 2022 and continuing their dominance into 2023 and 2024. KL Rahul’s century, Marcus Stoinis’ powerful innings and LSG’s consistent bowling helped the franchise establish a strong record against Mumbai.
The turning point came in the 2023 Eliminator, when Mumbai Indians finally defeated Lucknow. Akash Madhwal’s stunning 5/5 remains one of the defining performances of the rivalry.
Mumbai then began making further progress. The 2025 season was split between the teams, while the 2026 meeting produced one of the most explosive matches in the entire timeline. LSG scored 228/5, only for MI to chase the target in 18.4 overs behind major contributions from Ryan Rickelton and Rohit Sharma.
As of the latest meeting, LSG still lead the head-to-head 6-3, but the direction of the rivalry has changed. Mumbai’s recent wins have made the contest much more competitive, and with both franchises capable of producing explosive batting and high-quality bowling, future MI vs LSG encounters should remain among the more interesting matchups in the IPL.
FAQs
1.When did Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants first play each other?
Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants first met on April 16, 2022, at Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai. LSG won by 18 runs after KL Rahul scored an unbeaten 103.
2.How many times have Mumbai Indians played Lucknow Super Giants?
The teams have played nine IPL matches through May 2026.
3.Who has won more matches between MI and LSG?
Lucknow Super Giants have the better head-to-head record, with six wins compared with Mumbai Indians’ three through the latest meeting in 2026.
4.Who won the first MI vs LSG match?
Lucknow Super Giants won the first meeting by 18 runs on April 16, 2022. KL Rahul was Player of the Match after scoring 103 not out.
5.What is the MI vs LSG head-to-head record?
Through the 2026 meeting, LSG lead the rivalry 6-3.
6.Who has scored the most runs in MI vs LSG matches?
KL Rahul is the leading run-scorer in the fixture, with 289 runs in four innings according to published head-to-head records.
7.Who has taken the most wickets in MI vs LSG matches?
Ravi Bishnoi is among the leading wicket-takers in this fixture, with eight wickets in the head-to-head record cited by current statistical databases.
8.What is the highest score in MI vs LSG matches?
Mumbai Indians’ 229/4 in 2026 is the highest team score in the fixture. LSG’s highest is 228/5, also from the 2026 match.
9.What is the lowest score in MI vs LSG matches?
Lucknow Super Giants’ lowest completed total is 101 all out, recorded during the 2023 Eliminator. Mumbai Indians’ lowest total is 132/8, recorded in the 2022 meeting at Wankhede.
10.Where do Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants play their home matches?
Mumbai Indians play their home matches primarily at Wankhede Stadium, while Lucknow Super Giants play their home matches at BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
11.When was the latest MI vs LSG match?
The latest meeting was on May 4, 2026, at Wankhede Stadium. Mumbai Indians chased 229 and beat LSG by six wickets. Ryan Rickelton was named Player of the Match after scoring 83 from 32 balls.
