Mumbai, April 20: Mumbai Indians (MI) returned to winning ways with a commanding nine-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Match 38 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Wankhede Stadium.
CSK Set a Competitive Total
Opting to bat first after losing the toss, Chennai Super Kings posted a respectable total of 176/5 in their allotted 20 overs. The innings was held together by Ravindra Jadeja, who remained unbeaten on 53 off 34 balls, and Shivam Dube, who struck a quickfire 50 off 30 deliveries. Youngster Ayush Mhatre made an impressive debut, contributing 32 runs from just 15 balls. Jasprit Bumrah was the pick of the MI bowlers, finishing with 2/25 from his four overs.
Rohit, Suryakumar Seal Easy Chase
In reply, Mumbai Indians made light work of the target, reaching 177/1 in just 15.4 overs. Captain Rohit Sharma led from the front with a fluent 76* off 45 balls, while Suryakumar Yadav dazzled with an unbeaten 68 off 30 balls. The pair added an unbroken 114-run partnership for the second wicket, dismantling the CSK bowling attack with ease and style.
Key Highlights:
MI chased down 177 with 26 balls to spare.
This was MI’s first win against CSK in their last five encounters.
The victory moved Mumbai Indians to sixth on the points table.
What They Said:
MI coach Mahela Jayawardene praised Rohit’s return to form: “We always believed in Rohit’s ability. It’s great to see him lead from the front in a crucial game.”
Meanwhile, CSK skipper MS Dhoni admitted the side needs to regroup. “We either have to push for playoffs or start planning for next season. It’s about building consistency,” he remarked.
Looking Ahead
This win breathes life into MI’s playoff hopes, while CSK will need to reassess their strategy to stay in contention. With the tournament entering its crucial phase, every game now carries added significance.