Key Points
- Mumbai Indians beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 4 wickets at Wankhede Stadium, chasing 163 with 11 balls to spare.
- Will Jacks starred with both bat (36 off 26) and ball (2/14), earning Player of the Match honors.
- SRH’s batting faltered despite a strong start, with Abhishek Sharma top-scoring on 40.
- Pat Cummins led SRH’s bowling, taking 3 wickets, but MI’s deep batting lineup secured a comfortable win.
- The result lifts MI above SRH on the points table as both teams fight to stay in playoff contention.
New Delhi: Mumbai Indians delivered a clinical performance to defeat Sunrisers Hyderabad by four wickets in Match 33 of IPL 2025 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium. After winning the toss, MI captain Hardik Pandya opted to bowl first, a decision that paid off as his bowlers kept the explosive SRH lineup in check, restricting them to 162/5 in 20 overs.
Will Jacks was the standout performer with the ball, claiming 2 wickets for just 14 runs in his 3 overs. Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult, and Hardik Pandya chipped in with a wicket each, applying pressure especially during the middle overs. Deepak Chahar was the most expensive, conceding 47 runs in his 4 overs.
SRH’s Batting Falters After Promising Start
Sunrisers Hyderabad, known for their aggressive batting, failed to capitalize on the favorable conditions. Abhishek Sharma provided a brisk start with 40 off 28, while Travis Head (28) and Heinrich Klaasen (37) offered brief resistance. However, no SRH batter managed a half-century, and a late cameo from Aniket Verma (18 off 8) only pushed the total to a modest 162.
Mumbai’s Batting Depth Shines in Comfortable Chase
Mumbai’s chase began with fireworks as Rohit Sharma smashed three sixes in his 26-run cameo. Ryan Rickelton (31 off 23) and Suryakumar Yadav (26 off 15) built on the solid start. The hero of the night, Will Jacks, anchored the chase with a fluent 36 off 26 balls, ensuring MI stayed ahead of the required rate.
Despite a mini-collapse triggered by Pat Cummins, who took 3/38 and dismissed Rohit, Suryakumar, and Jacks, MI’s lower order, led by Tilak Varma (21* off 17) and Hardik Pandya (21 off 9), saw the team home with 11 balls to spare.
What This Means for the Playoff Race
Both teams entered the contest with identical records (2 wins from 6 matches), making this a must-win clash to stay in playoff contention. With this victory, Mumbai leapfrogs Hyderabad on the points table, gaining vital momentum as the league stage approaches its business end.
MI vs SRH: Match Summary
| Team | Innings Score | Top Scorer (Runs) | Top Bowler (Wickets) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 162/5 (20) | Abhishek Sharma (40) | Will Jacks (2/14) |
| Mumbai Indians | 166/6 (18.1) | Will Jacks (36) | Pat Cummins (3/38) |
Player of the Match
Will Jacks : 2 wickets for 14 runs and top-scored with 36 off 26 balls, making a decisive impact in both innings.
What’s Next?
Mumbai Indians will look to build on this momentum as the playoff race heats up, while Sunrisers Hyderabad must regroup quickly to keep their campaign alive in IPL 2025.
