In a groundbreaking display of cricketing prowess, Lucknow Super Giants’ opener Mitchell Marsh etched his name into the Indian Premier League record books during the IPL 2025 clash with Mumbai Indians at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Friday. Marsh made history by becoming the first batter in the tournament’s history to face 30 balls within the six-over powerplay, showcasing his remarkable ability to anchor and accelerate the innings from the outset.
Marsh’s innings was a blend of aggression and composure, guiding LSG to a formidable 69 runs without loss in the powerplay. This strong foundation was pivotal, and Marsh joined an elite club as only the second player from his franchise to score a half-century in the powerplay, following in the footsteps of Kyle Mayers, who achieved this feat twice in the 2023 season.
Continuing his stellar form in the tournament, Marsh notched up his third fifty of the 2025 season, crafting a superb 60 off just 31 balls, embellished with nine fours and two towering sixes. His performance underscored his consistency at the top, with scores in the tournament standing at 72 (36), 52 (31), 0 (1), and the latest 60 (31).
Marsh’s aggressive opening gambit couldn’t last indefinitely, and it was Vignesh Puthur, the mystery spinner for Mumbai Indians, who brought an end to his innings in the seventh over. Attempting a clip off a tossed-up delivery, Marsh found a leading edge which looped back to Puthur, who completed a sharp catch in his follow-through.
The strong start was further bolstered by Marsh’s partnership with Aiden Markram, who together forged an opening stand of 76 runs, setting a robust platform for LSG after MI skipper Hardik Pandya elected to bowl first. This initial flurry not only showcased Marsh’s individual brilliance but also highlighted LSG’s aggressive intent in the match.