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🏏 Match Overview
Rohit Sharma’s explosive 76 off 45 balls* and Suryakumar Yadav’s 68 off 30* guided Mumbai Indians to a dominant 9-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings at Wankhede Stadium. As a result, their 114-run unbroken partnership helped MI chase down 177 in just 15.4 overs, marking their third consecutive win in IPL 2025. Consequently, they moved up to the sixth spot on the points table, while CSK remained at the bottom, having lost their sixth match in eight outings.
🔍 Key Moment – Where MI Took Control
In the first half of CSK’s innings, MI’s bowlers dominated. While CSK struggled, they could only manage 70 runs in the first 10 overs. In contrast, MI’s aggressive approach helped them accumulate 93 runs in the same period. This stark contrast set the tone for the match, where MI appeared to have the upper hand. Furthermore, the disciplined bowling by Jasprit Bumrah and Will Jacks kept CSK under control.
🟡 Chennai Super Kings – Innings Breakdown
🔸 Powerplay (Overs 1–6): Mhatre Shines Briefly
CSK had a slow start, managing only 48/1 in the powerplay. Despite Ayush Mhatre’s spirited knock of 32 off 15 balls, the pressure mounted quickly. Although Mhatre played some aggressive shots, MI’s bowlers kept things tight, and CSK struggled to find the gaps. As a result, they couldn’t push past 50 in the first six overs, leaving them in a precarious position early on. Thus, MI capitalized on the early pressure to restrict CSK’s progress.
🔸 Middle Overs (Overs 7–15): MI’s Tight Control
As the middle overs unfolded, MI continued to apply pressure. CSK could only manage 70/2 by the halfway point. While Shivam Dube and Ravindra Jadeja tried to accelerate, they couldn’t break free due to MI’s disciplined bowling attack. Moreover, the sharp spells from Jasprit Bumrah and Will Jacks restricted CSK’s scoring. Consequently, CSK found themselves unable to pick up the pace, and the pressure continued to mount. In addition, MI’s fielding was spot on, limiting any opportunities for easy boundaries.
🔸 Death Overs (Overs 16–20): Late Surge Not Enough
In the final overs, Dube and Jadeja fought back. Dube, who had reached a 30-ball fifty, attempted to guide CSK to a competitive total. However, despite their efforts, CSK could only manage 176/5. MI’s bowlers were clinical, with Bumrah taking key wickets to halt CSK’s progress. Therefore, the pressure of losing wickets in the death overs ultimately proved too much for CSK to overcome.
🔵 Mumbai Indians – Innings Breakdown
🔹 Powerplay (Overs 1–6): Blazing Start
MI’s chase began in explosive fashion, with Ryan Rickelton and Rohit Sharma building a solid foundation. By the end of the powerplay, MI had raced to 62/0, maintaining a run rate over 10. Rohit’s pull shots and Rickelton’s aggressive boundaries gave MI the perfect start. In addition, MI’s opening partnership was their best of the season, setting up a strong chase. Moreover, the pair’s ability to capitalize on CSK’s bowling mistakes gave MI an early advantage.
🔹 Middle Overs (Overs 7–15): Rohit and SKY Build on Solid Start
As the partnership between Rohit and Suryakumar Yadav continued to flourish, MI found themselves in a dominant position. By the 15th over, MI had reached 95/1. Rohit reached his 50 in just 33 balls, and Suryakumar followed quickly with his 26-ball half-century. Thanks to their aggressive strokes, MI were comfortably on track to chase the total with plenty of overs to spare. Furthermore, their dominant performance ensured CSK had little room to fight back.
🔹 Death Overs (Overs 16+): Dominant Finish
With only 20 runs needed, Rohit and SKY decided to finish the game quickly. It took just four deliveries for them to reach the target, with both hitting sixes. In just a few overs, the game was wrapped up, and MI secured an emphatic victory. Consequently, MI’s dominant performance ensured a massive boost to their Net Run Rate (NRR). As a result, MI now have a much better position in the points table.
📊 Match Summary
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| Chennai Super Kings | 176/5 (20 overs) |
| Mumbai Indians | 177/1 (15.4 overs) |
| Result | MI won by 9 wickets |
| Top Scorer (MI) | Rohit Sharma – 76* (45) |
| Top Scorer (CSK) | Ravindra Jadeja – 53* (34) |
| Best Bowler (MI) | Jasprit Bumrah – 2/25 |
📅 What’s Next?
- MI vs SRH – April 23 in Hyderabad
- CSK vs SRH – April 25 at Chepauk
