Here’s Why Mitchell Marsh Is Not Playing Today’s IPL 2025 Match Between LSG and GT

The absence of Mitchell Marsh from Lucknow Super Giants’ (LSG) playing XI for Match 26 of IPL 2025 against Gujarat Titans (GT) raised plenty of eyebrows among fans and experts alike. Marsh, who has been one of the top run-scorers of the season so far, was unexpectedly replaced in the LSG lineup by Himmat Singh. Keep Reading To find out Why Mitchell Marsh Is not Playing Today.

Rishabh Pant Reveals the Reason Behind Marsh’s Absence

At the toss, LSG captain Rishabh Pant revealed the reason for Mitchell Marsh’s omission from today’s game:

“Instead of Mitchell Marsh, Himmat Singh comes in. His daughter is not well,” Pant said during the toss.

It has been confirmed that Marsh has taken personal leave due to a family emergency, with his daughter reportedly unwell. There is no official word yet on the duration of his absence, but the franchise is expected to provide an update ahead of LSG’s next fixture.

Mitchell Marsh’s IPL 2025 So Far

Before today’s match, Mitchell Marsh had amassed 265 runs, making him one of the top five run-getters of the season. His explosive middle-order batting, coupled with the ability to accelerate at will, has played a crucial role in LSG’s batting success this year.

His strike rate and consistency have given the team crucial momentum, especially when paired with top-order stars like Nicholas Pooran (288 runs) and Aiden Markram, who’s finally found form.

Who Replaces Marsh in the XI?

In Marsh’s absence, Himmat Singh has been brought into the playing XI. While not as experienced at the IPL level, the young batter brings domestic form and promises a composed approach in the middle order.

Match Context: LSG vs GT, Match 26 – IPL 2025

Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

Toss: Lucknow Super Giants won the toss and chose to bowl

Pitch: Black soil surface with good pace and bounce; high-scoring contest expected

GT Playing XI Highlights: Jos Buttler, Shubman Gill, Rashid Khan, Siraj

LSG Playing XI Highlights: Pant, Pooran, David Miller, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan

Both teams are vying for top spots with only two points separating them despite their difference in rankings. GT has dominated LSG historically, winning 4 of their 5 encounters so far.

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