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Thriller unfolded in IPL 2025 as Mumbai Indians pulled off a sensational 12-run victory over Delhi Capitals. Despite Karun Nair’s explosive 89 off just 40 balls, MI’s bowlers rallied in the second half, snapping Delhi’s four-match winning streak in spectacular fashion.
🧠 Thriller Turnaround: Where Did Mumbai Indians Win It?
The Thriller point came after the 13th over when MI opted for a ball change. Consequently, spinners Karn Sharma and Mitchell Santner tightened the screws on DC’s batters. In fact, four wickets fell in a span of just a few overs, as Delhi slumped from 119/1 to 160/6. Eventually, three stunning run-outs in the 19th over sealed the deal for Mumbai.
🏏 Mumbai Indians Innings Breakdown
🎯 Powerplay Thriller – Rickelton’s Burst and Rohit’s Exit
Phase Score: 59/1 (RR: 9.83 | 4s/6s: 7/3)
Mumbai started aggressively, especially targeting Mitchell Starc, who conceded 30 runs in his first two overs. However, Vipraj Nigam’s tight spell and the wicket of Rohit Sharma helped Delhi regain control briefly. Meanwhile, Suryakumar Yadav made an instant impact with a six off his very first ball.
🔥 Middle Overs Thriller – Tilak & SKY Anchor the Innings
Phase Score: 87/3 (RR: 9.66 | 4s/6s: 8/5)
Kuldeep Yadav struck early in the middle overs, removing Rickelton with a clever googly. Even so, Tilak Varma and Suryakumar maintained the run flow. They ensured that at least one boundary came in every over during their partnership. Eventually, SKY perished while accelerating, but Tilak continued to anchor the innings smartly.
🚀 Death Overs Thriller – Naman Dhir Powers the Finish
Phase Score: 59/1 (RR: 11.8 | 4s/6s: 6/2)
Although Kuldeep bowled a brilliant 18th over, giving away just 8, MI accelerated in the final phase. Tilak Varma reached his fifty off just 26 balls. More importantly, Naman Dhir launched a late assault with a fiery 38* off 17, guiding MI past the 200-run mark with style.
🔎 Delhi Capitals Chase Breakdown
🌪️ Powerplay Thriller – Karun Nair’s Explosive Return
Phase Score: 72/1 (RR: 12 | 4s/6s: 10/2)
Karun Nair, playing his first IPL game since 2022, announced his return with authority. Notably, he took on Jasprit Bumrah and raced to a 22-ball half-century. While Jake Fraser-McGurk fell on the first ball of the innings, Nair’s powerplay blitz gave Delhi early momentum.
💥 Middle Overs Thriller – Collapse After Nair’s Dismissal
Phase Score: 86/4 (RR: 9.55 | 4s/6s: 8/4)
Despite the blazing start, things changed quickly after Nair’s dismissal. Before that, he and Porel had built a strong 119-run partnership that seemed to seal the game. However, once Santner removed Nair with a turning delivery, wickets fell in quick succession. As a result, Delhi’s middle order failed to capitalize on the solid foundation.
⏳ Death Overs Thriller – MI’s Fielding Magic Seals It
Phase Score: 35/5 (RR: 8.75 | 4s/6s: 3/1)
KL Rahul’s wicket to Karn Sharma turned the tide further in MI’s favor. In the 17th over, Trent Boult’s precision with six consecutive yorkers created pressure. Although Vipraj Nigam hit a six in the 18th, MI fought back hard. Finally, three run-outs in the 19th over, including a direct hit from Santner, ended Delhi’s hopes of pulling off a miracle.
📝Thriller Match Summary
Mumbai Indians: 205/5 (Tilak Varma 59, Ryan Rickelton 41; Kuldeep Yadav 2/23)
Delhi Capitals: 193 all out (Karun Nair 89; Karn Sharma 3/36)
Result: Mumbai Indians won by 12 runs
🔜 What’s Next?
Mumbai Indians will regroup for their upcoming clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad after a short break. On the other hand, Delhi Capitals will aim for a comeback against Rajasthan Royals on April 16.
