Key Points
- Mumbai Indians defeated Delhi Capitals by 59 runs at Wankhede Stadium, securing the final IPL 2025 playoff spot.
- Suryakumar Yadav was named Player of the Match for his unbeaten 73 off 43 balls on a tough pitch.
- MI scored 48 runs in the last two overs, finishing at 180/5; Naman Dhir contributed a rapid 24 off 8 balls.
- Jasprit Bumrah (3/12) and Mitchell Santner (3/11) led a clinical bowling display, bowling out DC for 121.
- Delhi Capitals’ playoff hopes ended with the loss, despite a promising season start.
New Delhi: Mumbai Indians produced a commanding all-round performance to defeat Delhi Capitals by 59 runs in Match 63 of IPL 2025 at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. With this emphatic win, MI became the fourth and final team to qualify for the playoffs, joining Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Punjab Kings. The result also ended Delhi Capitals’ campaign, eliminating them from the playoff race.
Suryakumar Yadav Anchors MI Innings
After being sent in to bat by DC stand-in captain Faf du Plessis (regular skipper Axar Patel was unwell), Mumbai Indians faced early setbacks. Rohit Sharma (5), Will Jacks (21), and Ryan Rickelton (25) all fell within the first seven overs, leaving MI under pressure at 44/3. Suryakumar Yadav, however, steadied the innings with a composed and aggressive knock. He stitched together a crucial partnership with Tilak Varma (27), guiding MI past the 100-run mark.
Suryakumar accelerated brilliantly in the death overs, finishing unbeaten on 73 from 43 balls, including 7 fours and 4 sixes. In the final two overs, he and Naman Dhir (24 off 8, strike rate 300) hammered 48 runs, propelling MI to a formidable 180/5 on a pitch that offered assistance to bowlers. Mukesh Kumar was the pick of the DC bowlers with 2/48, but leaked 27 runs in the 19th over.
Delhi Capitals Collapse Under Pressure
Chasing 181, Delhi Capitals’ top order crumbled under disciplined MI bowling. Openers Abishek Porel and Faf du Plessis, along with key batter Ashutosh Sharma, were dismissed inside the first five overs, leaving DC reeling. The middle order failed to recover, with wickets falling at regular intervals due to a mix of rash shots and relentless pressure from Mumbai’s bowlers.
Sameer Rizvi offered brief resistance with a fighting 39 off 25 balls, but found little support from the other end. The rest of the lineup faltered, and DC were bowled out for just 121 in 18.2 overs.
Bumrah and Santner Star with the Ball
Mumbai’s bowling attack was spearheaded by Jasprit Bumrah and Mitchell Santner, both claiming three wickets each while conceding just 12 and 11 runs respectively. Their incisive spells ensured Delhi never threatened the target. Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar, Will Jacks, and Karn Sharma chipped in with a wicket apiece, rounding off a clinical team effort.
Playoff Picture and What’s Next
With this win, Mumbai Indians not only secured their playoff berth but also kept their hopes alive for a top-two finish, depending on other results in the remaining league matches. Delhi Capitals, after a strong start to the season, saw their campaign unravel in the second half and are now out of contention, with one match left to play.
Match Summary Table
| Team | Score | Top Batter | Top Bowler (Wickets) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians | 180/5 (20) | Suryakumar Yadav (73*) | Jasprit Bumrah (3), Santner (3) | Won by 59 runs |
| Delhi Capitals | 121/10 (18.2) | Sameer Rizvi (39) | Mukesh Kumar (2) | Eliminated from playoffs |
Mumbai Indians’ resurgence continues as they eye another IPL title, while Delhi Capitals will look to regroup after a disappointing finish to their season.
