IPL 2025: LSG vs MI Match 16 - Who will be Impact Players for today's match?

Lucknow Super Giants have one win and two losses in three matches

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Overview

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will take on Mumbai Indians (MI) in the 16th match of IPL 2025. Mumbai Indians have one win and two losses in three matches. They beat Kolkata Knight Riders by eight wickets in the previous match. On the other hand, LSG have one win and two losses in three matches. They suffered a defeat against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the previous match and will be looking for a stronger comeback.

Predicted Impact Players for Lucknow Super Giants

Himmat Singh – A right-handed domestic batter who can be used as an impact substitute if LSG lose early wickets in the first innings.
Manimaran Siddharth – A left-arm spinner who can be used as an impact substitute if conditions favour spinners. He was used as an impact substitute in the opening match against Delhi Capitals and picked up two wickets.
Abdul Samad – An aggressive batter who performed well for SRH last season. He can be used as a substitute in the second innings if conditions are favourable for batting.
Rajvardhan Hangargekar – A bowling all-rounder who has picked up 14 wickets in 16 T20 matches. He can also be handy with the bat and maybe subbed in if a strong finish is needed in the first innings, while also providing a bowling option in the second innings.

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Predicted Impact players for Mumbai Indians

Vignesh Puthur – A left-arm wrist spinner who can be used as an impact substitute in the second innings. He was subbed in the game against CSK as well, and proved to be impactful picking three wickets;
Corbin Bosch – Performed well for MI Cape Town in SA20 and can be subbed in during the second innings if the conditions favour pacers. Bosch has picked up five wickets in his last three T20 matches;
Karn Sharma – The wily leg-spinner can be used as a substitute in the second innings if the conditions are favourable for spin bowlers. He has picked up 76 wickets in his IPL career;
Raj Bawa – A batting all-rounder who has scored 308 runs and taken 22 wickets in 20 matches, Raj Angad Bawa more than qualifies to be called up for his services as an Impact Player.

Expert Opinion and Final Prediction

Home Advantage – LSG playing at their home ground in Ekana, which also gives them a significant edge.
Recent Form – The Super Giants have won five of the previous six matches against Mumbai Indians.
Balanced Side – MI looks more balanced on paper.