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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 sees a desperate battle for pride and points as the Mumbai Indians (MI) take on the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Match 47 at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday, May 4, 2026. Both teams are currently struggling at the bottom of the table with only four points each. While MI is practically out of the playoff race, a win for either side could spark a late resurgence. For fantasy managers, this game is a potential goldmine given the batting-friendly nature of the Wankhede track. However, the absence of Rohit Sharma (hamstring) and the fluctuating form of stars like Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya make team selection a tactical challenge.

MI vs LSG Match Details: IPL 2026, Match 47

MI vs LSG Probable Playing XIs

Mumbai Indians Probable XI: Will Jacks, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Naman Dhir, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (C), Robin Minz, Trent Boult, Krish Bhagat, Jasprit Bumrah, AM Ghazanfar.

Impact Player: Shardul Thakur / Rohit Sharma (if fit).

Lucknow Super Giants Probable XI: Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, Rishabh Pant (C/wk), Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Mukul Choudhary, George Linde, Mohammed Shami, Prince Yadav, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Mohsin Khan.

Impact Player: Mayank Yadav.

Wankhede Stadium Pitch Report

The surface at Wankhede Stadium is a traditional batter’s dream, and IPL 2026 has seen frequent 220+ totals here. The red soil provides true bounce, and the short boundaries make it ideal for high-scoring encounters. While pacers like Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami can extract some initial swing under lights, the pitch quickly flattens out. The dew factor in the second innings is expected to be significant, making it harder for spinners and favouring the chasing side.

MI vs LSG Dream11 Fantasy Team Prediction

• Wicket-keepers: Ryan Rickelton (C), Rishabh Pant (VC)

• Batters: Suryakumar Yadav, Naman Dhir, Tilak Varma

• All-rounders: Mitchell Marsh, Hardik Pandya, Aiden Markram

• Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah, Mohsin Khan, Mohammed Shami

MI vs LSG Dream11 Team Top Picks

• Wicket-keeper Choices: Ryan Rickelton (MI) is the safest pick with 297 runs this season. Rishabh Pant (LSG) is a must-have given his role and point-scoring potential.

• Batters: Suryakumar Yadav (MI) is due for a big home knock. Naman Dhir (MI) has been a consistent performer with two fifties this season.

• All-rounders: Mitchell Marsh (LSG) provides value with both bat and ball. Hardik Pandya (MI) remains a key pick despite his fluctuating form.

• Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah (MI) is non-negotiable. Mohsin Khan (LSG), coming off a 5-wicket haul, is the best value pick in the bowling department.