In a commanding display, the Mumbai Indians (MI) secured their fourth consecutive victory in IPL 2025, defeating the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by seven wickets at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. This win propels MI to third place in the standings, showcasing their resurgence after a sluggish season start.
Clash of the Titans tonight in Hyderabad! ⚔️
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Pat Cummins’ Sunrisers face off against Hardik’s Mumbai Indians in a high-voltage showdown!
Who’s taking the W? 🔥
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Boult and Chahar Set the Tone Early
Opting to bowl first, MI’s decision was vindicated as Trent Boult and Deepak Chahar dismantled SRH’s top order. Boult’s incisive spell yielded figures of 4 for 26, while Chahar contributed with 2 for 12. Their combined efforts reduced SRH to a precarious 35 for 5 within the first nine overs. Despite a valiant 71 off 44 balls from Heinrich Klaasen, SRH managed only 143 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs.
Rohit Sharma Anchors the Chase
Chasing a modest target, MI’s innings was anchored by Rohit Sharma’s fluent 70 off 46 deliveries. His innings, marked by precise shot selection and timing, laid a solid foundation. Suryakumar Yadav complemented the effort with an unbeaten 40 off 19 balls, ensuring MI reached the target with 26 balls to spare.
Match Summary
- Sunrisers Hyderabad: 143/8 (20 overs)
- Heinrich Klaasen: 71 (44)
- Trent Boult: 4/26
- Deepak Chahar: 2/12
- Mumbai Indians: 146/3 (15.4 overs)
- Rohit Sharma: 70 (46)
- Suryakumar Yadav: 40* (19)
This comprehensive victory underscores MI’s growing momentum in the tournament, while SRH faces challenges in reviving their campaign.
