Mayank Yadav replaced Shardul Thakur in Lucknow Super Giants' playing XI against Mumbai Indians, marking his return after an extended rehabilitation for a back injury. Mumbai Indians made two changes, including debutant Corbin Bosch. Rishabh Pant won the toss and chose to field first, citing favorable conditions for batting in the second innings.source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/why-shardul-thakur-is-not-playing-todays-match-between-mi-lsg/articleshow/120664938.cms