Key Points
- Mumbai Indians thrashed Chennai Super Kings by nine wickets, chasing 177 in just 15.4 overs at Wankhede.
- Rohit Sharma (76* off 45) and Suryakumar Yadav (68* off 30) shared an unbeaten 114-run stand, dismantling CSK’s attack.
- Ravindra Jadeja (53* off 35) and Shivam Dube (50 off 32) led CSK to 176/5, but their bowlers failed to defend.
- MI’s win avenges their earlier loss to CSK this season and gives them a crucial net run rate boost in the playoff race.
- CSK’s bowling woes deepen as Pathirana, Overton, and others leak runs at alarming rates.
New Delhi: Mumbai Indians delivered a statement win at the Wankhede Stadium, decimating Chennai Super Kings by nine wickets in Match 38 of IPL 2025. With this victory, MI not only avenged their earlier defeat to CSK but also surged ahead in the playoff race with a significant net run rate boost.
CSK Set a Competitive Total, Jadeja and Dube Shine
Opting to bat first after losing the toss, Chennai Super Kings posted a competitive 176/5. The innings was anchored by Ravindra Jadeja, who remained unbeaten on 53 from 35 balls, and Shivam Dube, who smashed 50 off 32 deliveries. The pair stitched together a crucial 79-run partnership for the fourth wicket, rescuing CSK after a sluggish start. Debutant Ayush Mhatre impressed with a quickfire 32 off 15, while Shaik Rasheed contributed 19.
Mumbai’s bowlers, led by Jasprit Bumrah (2/31), kept things tight in the middle overs. Bumrah’s key breakthroughs included the wickets of Shivam Dube and MS Dhoni, the latter falling for just 4 runs. Mitchell Santner and Ashwani Kumar also chipped in with a wicket each, ensuring CSK didn’t run away with the game.
Mumbai’s Batting Blitz: Rohit and SKY Steal the Show
Chasing 177, MI openers Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton got off to a flying start, adding 63 for the first wicket in just 6.4 overs before Rickelton (24 off 19) fell to Jadeja. From there, Rohit and Suryakumar Yadav put on a masterclass in aggressive yet controlled batting.
Rohit, returning to form, hammered 76* off 45 balls (4 fours, 6 sixes), while Suryakumar was at his explosive best with 68* off just 30 balls (6 fours, 5 sixes). The duo’s unbeaten 114-run partnership saw MI home with a whopping 26 balls to spare, finishing at 177/1 in 15.4 overs.
CSK’s bowlers had no answers, with Mathisha Pathirana conceding 34 runs in just 1.4 overs (economy 20.40), Jamie Overton going for 29 in 2 overs, and both Khaleel Ahmed and Noor Ahmad leaking runs at 12 per over. Only Jadeja managed to pick up a wicket, highlighting CSK’s struggles with the ball.
What This Means for the Playoff Race
With their fourth win of the season, Mumbai Indians have reignited their playoff hopes, while CSK’s campaign continues to falter as they remain at the bottom of the table. The comprehensive nature of MI’s victory, especially the dominant batting display and improved net run rate, could prove vital in the tightly contested playoff race.
Mumbai’s emphatic win, powered by vintage Rohit Sharma and a blazing Suryakumar Yadav, sets the tone for a thrilling IPL playoff battle, while Chennai faces tough questions over their bowling attack and campaign strategy.
