Rohit To Get Dismissed By Avesh? 5 Player Battles To Watch Out In LSG vs MI IPL 2025 Match

Rohit Sharma & Avesh Khan [Source: @iplt20.com]

It’s all set to explode in Lucknow on Friday, April 4 as Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) welcome Mumbai Indians (MI) to the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium for Match 16 of IPL 2025. With both teams eager to prove a point, fans can expect fireworks, drama and possibly a few heart-stopping moments.

LSG have looked patchy so far with two losses from three games, while MI finally clicked into gear with a dominant win over KKR. With big stars and X-factors in both line-ups, this game is going to swing on moments. And when it comes to moments, nothing defines them better than player battles.

Let’s break down 5 player battles that could shape the outcome of LSG vs MI IPL 2025 match.

1. Rohit Sharma vs Avesh Khan

• Rohit Sharma hasn’t fired this season yet and Avesh Khan seems to have his number.
• The MI opener is known for his explosive starts but Avesh’s skiddy pace and ability to hit hard lengths early has caused trouble.
• If Avesh gets even a sniff of movement, Rohit might be in trouble again. Don’t be surprised if LSG throw the ball to him right up front to try and land an early blow.

2. Suryakumar Yadav vs Ravi Bishnoi

• Suryakumar Yadav vs Bishnoi is a mini-series in itself. While SKY is a magician with the bat and can hit shots all over the ground, Bishnoi’s googlies and zippers have consistently tied him down.
• Bishnoi has got him out thrice in just 32 balls, a clear sign he knows how to exploit even the tiniest chink in SKY’s armour.
• Expect LSG to bring on Bishnoi the moment Suryakumar steps in which makes this one of the battles to watch out for.

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3. Rishabh Pant vs Deepak Chahar

• Rishabh Pant is struggling, there is no sugarcoating it. He hasn’t gotten into rhythm and is under immense pressure after his INR 27 Cr price tag.
• Against Deepak Chahar, he’s played a few flashy strokes but has never really bossed the matchup.
• Chahar is known for his swing and Pant will need to tread carefully. Another early failure could crank up the pressure to eleven.

4. Nicholas Pooran vs Trent Boult

• Nicholas Pooran has been a one-man wrecking crew for LSG so far and currently holds the Orange Cap.
• He has been unstoppable at No. 3 but Boult will be licking his lips if he comes in during the powerplay. Boult’s swing deliveries and sharp yorkers could pose a serious challenge.
• This match-up is high risk, high reward. If Boult doesn’t get it spot on, Pooran could take him to the cleaners.

5. Hardik Pandya vs Avesh Khan

• Hardik Pandya’s finishing game has been off-colour lately and Avesh Khan has been his nemesis with the ball.
• Wide yorkers, slower deliveries and clever changes in pace have made it difficult for Pandya to get going.
• If Hardik walks in during the death, this battle could seal the deal for either side.

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