Suryakumar Yadav lit up the Wankhede Stadium with a scintillating performance, propelling Mumbai Indians (MI) to a commanding victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2025. The dynamic batsman notched up his second half-century of the season, steering MI to their fourth win in style. Coming in at 63/1 after Ryan Rickelton’s dismissal, Surya joined forces with Rohit Sharma to forge an unbeaten 114-run partnership off just 54 balls, leaving the CSK bowlers in disarray.
Yadav’s innings was a masterclass in aggressive batting. He announced his arrival in the ninth over, smashing Ravindra Jadeja for a four and a six, and never looked back. His unbeaten 68 off 30 balls, laced with six boundaries and five towering sixes, came at a jaw-dropping strike rate of 226.67. Meanwhile, Rohit Sharma played the perfect foil, anchoring the innings with his first fifty of the season, providing MI’s top order with much-needed stability.
“I had to take my chance and go out there.” – Suryakumar Yadav
Reflecting on his match-winning knock, Suryakumar Yadav shared his thoughts with the broadcaster: “Rohit has been a legend; he knows the game inside out. There was a bit of grip on the pitch, and he advised me to play my shots freely, which I did. Growing up playing cricket on Mumbai’s red soil has shaped my game, and that’s where this confidence comes from.”
On his tactical promotion to No. 3, Surya added: “When the coach told me I’d be batting at No. 3, I knew I couldn’t let Jadeja dominate. I prepared for it yesterday, knowing they’d rely heavily on their spinners. It was crucial for me to step up and take the initiative. Even if it didn’t work out, I had to take the chance. Right now, it’s about focusing on our game plan rather than the points table.”
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