On a day when a young debutant from Mumbai briefly lit up the Wankhede Stadium, it was the seasoned maestro Rohit Sharma who stole the show with a vintage performance. Teenager Ayush Mhatre, making his IPL debut for Chennai Super Kings, showcased his potential with a fiery 15-ball 32. However, Rohit’s unbeaten 76 off 45 balls, coupled with Suryakumar Yadav’s explosive 68 not out, powered Mumbai Indians to a commanding victory, reigniting their playoff hopes in IPL 2025.
Chasing a target of 177 on a batting-friendly pitch, MI cruised home with ease, thanks to Rohit’s first half-century of the season. His partnership with Ryan Rickelton laid the foundation, while Suryakumar Yadav’s blistering knock took the game away from CSK. Jasprit Bumrah’s disciplined bowling (2/25 off 4 overs) earlier in the match ensured CSK’s total remained within reach. This third consecutive win propelled MI to sixth place with eight points from eight games, while CSK languished at the bottom with just four points.
Mhatre, who turns 18 in July, had already made waves in domestic cricket during the 2024-25 season. Stepping in for the injured Ruturaj Gaikwad, the young opener displayed his fearless approach with a flurry of boundaries and a towering six. However, his 15-ball 32 wasn’t enough to give CSK the early momentum they needed, as they stumbled to 70/3 after 10 overs.
Ravindra Jadeja (53 not out off 35) and Shivam Dube (50 off 32) injected some life into CSK’s innings with a crucial partnership. After a slow start, the duo accelerated, capitalizing on some loose bowling from MI’s pace attack. Yet, Bumrah’s brilliance in the death overs kept CSK from posting a more daunting total.
In response, MI’s chase was a masterclass in controlled aggression. Rickelton set the tone with early boundaries, Rohit anchored the innings with his trademark elegance, and Suryakumar Yadav unleashed a barrage of sixes to seal the deal. With this win, MI’s campaign has gained momentum, while CSK’s struggles continue to deepen.
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