The hopes of Mumbai Indians (MI) making it to the IPL 2024 playoffs were dashed on May 8th, as Sunrisers Hyderabad’s (SRH) resounding victory over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) sealed MI’s fate. Despite winning only four matches so far under Hardik Pandya’s captaincy, MI’s aspirations were quashed by SRH’s dominant performance.

With eight losses already, MI’s chances of reaching the playoffs rested on winning their last two matches. However, SRH’s triumph propelled them to 14 points on the table, ensuring MI’s elimination from contention. The upcoming clash between Delhi Capitals (DC) and LSG on May 14th further solidifies MI’s exit, as one of the teams is poised to also reach 14 points.

MI faces a formidable challenge ahead with matches against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and LSG. While Jasprit Bumrah has showcased excellence with the ball, MI’s batting lineup has struggled for consistency, raising questions about Hardik’s leadership.

The outcome of the Punjab Kings (PBKS) versus Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) match now holds significance, with the losing team facing elimination from the tournament.

In the recent SRH versus LSG encounter, SRH’s stellar performance saw them clinch victory by 10 wickets with 9.4 overs remaining. Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma’s explosive batting dismantled LSG’s target, propelling SRH back into the top three standings.

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