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Suryakumar and Santner Power Mumbai Indians into IPL 2025 Playoffs with Commanding Win Over Delhi Capitals
MI Clinch Playoffs Spot After Late-Batting Assault and Bowling Masterclass
Mumbai Indians booked their place in the IPL 2025 playoffs after a dominant 59-run win over Delhi Capitals at the Wankhede Stadium. The thrilling encounter was decided in the final stages of the first innings and the crucial middle overs, where MI’s experienced players stepped up. Suryakumar Yadav and Naman Dhir combined for a breathtaking 48-run blitz off the last 12 balls, while Mitchell Santner and Jasprit Bumrah dismantled DC’s batting lineup.
This victory ensured MI’s place in the top four, while it marked a disappointing near-end for DC, who had started their campaign strongly with four consecutive wins.
DC’s Early Control Lost in Death Overs
MI’s PowerPlay: Explosive Start, Early Setbacks
Mumbai’s innings started with a flurry of boundaries. Ryan Rickelton and Will Jacks laid the foundation with aggressive strokeplay after Rohit Sharma was dismissed early by Mustafizur Rahman. Despite the fall of two wickets, MI posted 54/2 in the PowerPlay, with a scoring rate of 9.00.
However, DC bowlers soon applied the brakes. Kuldeep Yadav, who achieved his 100th IPL wicket, and Vipraj Nigam spun a web around the MI middle-order, limiting the flow of boundaries. At one stage, Mumbai appeared to be falling behind, especially after Tilak Varma’s failed big hit and Hardik Pandya’s dismissal during the 16th over.
Death Overs Onslaught: Suryakumar and Dhir Turn the Game
The match’s turning point came in the final 12 deliveries. Suryakumar Yadav, unbeaten on 73, showcased why he remains one of the most dangerous finishers in T20 cricket. Partnered by Naman Dhir, the duo plundered 48 runs, including a 27-run over from Mukesh Kumar and another big finish against Dushmantha Chameera. Their explosive finish lifted Mumbai to a commanding total of 180/5.
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Delhi Capitals Crumble Under Spin Pressure
DC’s Batting: Early Wickets and Middle-Order Collapse
Delhi’s chase faltered early, losing three wickets inside the PowerPlay. Faf du Plessis was deceived by Deepak Chahar’s knuckleball, while Boult and Will Jacks cleaned up Rahul and Abishek Porel respectively. Vipraj Nigam offered some resistance with quick boundaries, but the scoreboard pressure kept mounting.
MI’s tactical deployment of Mitchell Santner paid off handsomely. Replacing Corbin Bosch in the XI, Santner struck in his first over and ran through the DC middle order, ending with figures of 3 for 11. Jasprit Bumrah joined the party and dismissed Tristan Stubbs soon after, tightening the noose around DC.
Santner’s Double Blow in 15th Over Seals the Deal
Santner’s 15th over became the final nail in DC’s coffin. He removed Sameer Rizvi and Ashutosh Sharma in quick succession, leaving the lower order exposed. With 76 required off the last 5 overs, the result was all but sealed.
Bumrah Leads the Final Push
DC’s innings ended at 121 in just 18.2 overs as Bumrah returned to pick two more wickets. Karn Sharma wrapped up the innings alongside Bumrah, ensuring MI registered a massive net run-rate boost and a thumping win.
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What’s Next for Both Teams?
DC will have one final chance to leave a mark in IPL 2025 when they face Punjab Kings in Jaipur on May 24. Despite their slim qualification hopes being crushed, they will look to play party spoilers. MI, on the other hand, will return to Jaipur on May 26 to take on the same opposition and aim to strengthen their top-two finish chances.
Match Summary
Mumbai Indians 180/5 (20 overs)
Suryakumar Yadav 73*, Tilak Varma 27, Ryan Rickelton 25
Mukesh Kumar 2-48, Kuldeep Yadav 1-22
Delhi Capitals 121 (18.2 overs)
Sameer Rizvi 39
Mitchell Santner 3/11, Jasprit Bumrah 3/12
Result: MI won by 59 runs
