"There won't be a place for Trent Boult" - Aakash Chopra suggests changes in MI's playing 12 for IPL 2026 clash vs LSG
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Last updated: May 4, 2026
Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has proposed tactical adjustments for the Mumbai Indians (MI) ahead of their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 match against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). His suggestions focus on player selection and batting order to enhance MI's performance.
- Chopra specifically recommended the inclusion of Trent Boult in the playing XI, emphasizing his potential impact. He also suggested promoting Hardik Pandya up the batting order to number three, believing this move would allow Pandya to face more deliveries and influence the game more significantly. This strategic shift aims to leverage Pandya's batting prowess earlier in the innings.
- Furthermore, Chopra advised against dropping Suryakumar Yadav, underscoring his importance to the team's middle-order stability and scoring capability. He also suggested that Krunal Pandya should bat at number six, a position that Chopra feels is more suited to his all-round abilities and allows him to contribute effectively in both batting and bowling departments. These proposed changes reflect a desire to optimize the team's balance and individual player roles for the upcoming fixture against LSG.
