In a do-or-die match of IPL 2025 for Mumbai Indians (MI) and Delhi Capitals (DC) at Wankhede Stadium, MI posted a competitive total of 180/5 in 20 overs. On a Wankhede pitch and given the team’s situation, a score between 160 and 165 was initially expected, but Suryakumar Yadav’s arrival shifted the momentum with his explosive innings, particularly in the death overs.
MI suffered an early setback with Rohit Sharma dismissed for 5 runs, followed by Will Jacks and Ryan Rickelton falling quickly, reducing them to 58/3 by the seventh over. The DC bowlers, especially Mukesh Kumar and Kuldeep Yadav, maintained consistent pressure with tight spells. Amidst the early collapse, Suryakumar steadied the innings with a blend of composure and calculated aggression.
Naman provides the final flourish
His innings was a perfect exhibition of class and intent. He remained unbeaten on 73 off 43 balls, including seven boundaries and four sixes. Initially, he rotated the strike to absorb pressure and later unleashed his attacking side in the final over, smashing two sixes and two fours off Dushmantha Chameera, collecting 21 runs to push MI to a defendable total. He found a reliable partner in Naman Dhir, who scored 24 off just eight balls, providing a much-needed finishing touch.
Today’s match is crucial for both sides in the race for the playoffs. A win for MI boosts their chances of breaking into the top four, while a victory for DC would do the same.
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