When Mitchell Marsh was picked by Lucknow Super Giants at the IPL auction, quite a few eyebrows were raised. Some said, “He’s too injury-prone,” while others questioned whether he could live up to expectations. But among all the sceptics, one franchise put their faith in him, and that made all the difference.
LSG’s belief in Marsh wasn’t misplaced. All he needed was trust, and he repaid it in style. In 12 matches, the Aussie all-rounder racked up 560 runs at a stellar average of 46.6 and a jaw-dropping strike rate of over 161. These aren’t just numbers — they’re a statement of dominance.
The high point of Marsh’s dream season came on Thursday, when he hammered a breathtaking 117 off just 64 balls against Gujarat Titans. His innings, decorated with 10 boundaries and 8 towering sixes, left the GT bowling attack in complete disarray. His onslaught helped LSG post a mammoth 235/2, eventually sealing a 33-run win and snapping a 4-match losing streak. Marsh didn’t just win a match — he reignited Lucknow’s campaign.
It’s no surprise that Marsh is now LSG’s top run-getter this season. And what makes this story even more remarkable? He was snapped up for just ₹3.4 crore — an absolute steal in hindsight.
There’s also a beautiful bit of history attached to Marsh’s ton. Seventeen years ago, his brother Shaun Marsh had scored a century for Kings XI Punjab in the inaugural IPL season. With Mitchell’s knock, the Marsh brothers became the first sibling duo to register IPL centuries — a proud moment that speaks of a cricketing legacy running deep in the family.
Now think about this: Mitchell Marsh had averaged just 15 and 14 in his last two IPL seasons. And yet, LSG backed him for the entire campaign. That’s not just good scouting — that’s visionary management.
