Rohit, Suryakumar Power MI to Dominant Win Over CSK; NRR Gets a Boost

Rohit, Suryakumar Power MI to Dominant Win Over CSK; NRR Gets a Boost

Mumbai Indians (MI) cruised to their third consecutive victory in IPL 2025, thrashing Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by nine wickets at the Wankhede Stadium. With a commanding chase of 177 completed in just 15.4 overs, MI not only secured two valuable points but also significantly boosted their net run rate.

Rohit and Surya Lead the Charge

In what could be a turning point for MI this season, captain Rohit Sharma returned to form with a commanding 76* off 44 balls — his first fifty of the tournament. Opening alongside debutant Ryan Rickelton, Rohit gave MI a strong start and then anchored the chase. He found an ideal partner in Suryakumar Yadav, who delivered a blazing 68* off just 36 balls.

Suryakumar, often troubled by Ravindra Jadeja in the past, finally cracked the code. Entering at the fall of Rickelton’s wicket in the seventh over, Surya dismantled Jadeja’s spin with confidence — scoring his first-ever six off him and executing nine sweeps that brought him 35 runs, including three sixes and multiple boundaries. Together, the duo shared an unbeaten 128-run partnership to wrap up the chase with 26 balls to spare.

CSK’s Stuttering Innings

Opting for a cautious approach on a high-scoring Wankhede pitch, CSK posted a below-par 176/5 despite the efforts of Ravindra Jadeja (53*) and Shivam Dube (50). The innings was marked by patches of ultra-defensive play — including 27 consecutive balls in the middle overs without a boundary — as CSK looked more to avoid collapse than push for a big total.

The only early spark came from 17-year-old debutant Ayush Mhatre, who thrilled with a 15-ball 32, showing flashes reminiscent of Dwayne Bravo. However, CSK’s momentum waned after his dismissal. MI’s disciplined bowling, especially by Jasprit Bumrah (2/25) and Mitchell Santner (0/20), kept things tight at the death. CSK managed only a modest late flourish, thanks to Jadeja’s hits in the final over.

MI's Complete Performance

This match was more than just a win — it was a statement. The opening pair finally clicked, Rohit hit form, Suryakumar dazzled, and their bowlers, led by Bumrah and Santner, executed plans to perfection.

The victory takes Mumbai Indians to eight points from eight games, and with an improved net run rate, they are well within the playoff mix as the league enters its crucial phase.

Match Summary
Chennai Super Kings – 176/5 (Jadeja 53*, Dube 50, Bumrah 2/25)
Mumbai Indians – 177/1 in 15.4 overs (Rohit 76*, Suryakumar 68*)
Result – Mumbai Indians won by 9 wickets
Player of the Match – Suryakumar Yadav

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