Rishabh Pant's struggles deepened as Lucknow Super Giants suffered a heavy defeat to Mumbai Indians, compounded by a slow over-rate fine of Rs 24 lakh for Pant. His poor form with the bat continued, scoring only four runs during LSG's chase. Mumbai Indians, powered by Suryakumar Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah, secured their fifth consecutive win, leaving LSG's playoff hopes hanging.
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