IPL 2025: Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav Lead MI to Victory Over CSK by Nine Wickets
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Synopsis
In a thrilling encounter at the Wankhede Stadium, Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav's explosive performances secured a nine-wicket victory for the Mumbai Indians against the Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2025's second El Clasico. This win marked MI's first triumph over CSK in five attempts this season.
Key Takeaways
- Rohit Sharma scored his first half-century of IPL 2025.
- Suryakumar Yadav showcased his 360-degree batting skills.
- MI's 114-run partnership for the second wicket was pivotal.
- CSK managed 176 runs, with key contributions from Dube and Jadeja.
- MI's victory moved them to sixth place in the standings.
Mumbai, April 20 (NationPress) Rohit Sharma achieved his inaugural half-century of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 during his eighth innings, while Suryakumar Yadav delivered a typical explosive performance as the Mumbai Indians triumphed over Chennai Super Kings by nine wickets in the season's second El Clasico at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday, marking their first win against their rivals in five attempts.
In pursuit of a daunting target of 177, Rohit Sharma smashed 76 runs off 45 balls, and Suryakumar Yadav contributed a swift 68 off just 30 balls, leading the Mumbai Indians to a remarkable 177/1 in 15.4 overs, securing victory with 26 balls to spare.
The match showcased a stellar performance from Mumbai's batsmen, with three players notching fifties; Shivam Dube (50) scored earlier for CSK, while debutant Ayush Mhatre made a striking impact with a 15-ball 32, delighting the packed Wankhede crowd with his impressive power-hitting.
Rohit had faced criticism for his inconsistent performances in IPL 2025. Although he hit three sixes in the previous match, he fell short. However, on this occasion, the six-time IPL champion rediscovered his rhythm, reaching his half-century off 33 balls with a mix of luck and skill, hitting four boundaries and six sixes to remind everyone that he is far from done.
Meanwhile, Suryakumar Yadav once again showcased his versatility as a 360-degree batsman, executing shots to all corners of the ground effortlessly, reaching his half-century in just 26 balls.
The duo of Rohit and Suryakumar constructed a formidable 114-run partnership for the second wicket off 54 balls, racing to 100 in just 51 balls. This victory marked MI's fourth of the season, propelling them to sixth place in the standings with eight points, while CSK lingered at the bottom with four points from eight matches.
Batting first, Dube and Jadeja produced key half-centuries that helped CSK post 176/5 in their 20 overs during this El Clasico encounter against Mumbai Indians.
Dube delivered a solid performance with 50 runs off 32 balls, including two fours and four sixes, while Jadeja concluded the innings unbeaten on 53 from 35 balls, featuring four boundaries and two sixes.
CSK managed to score 59 runs in the first five overs, thanks to a 79-run partnership for the fourth wicket between Dube and Jadeja, which came off 50 balls, giving the Chennai innings a respectable total.
Dube, who had been under pressure for his lackluster performance as CSK faced five consecutive defeats, finally found form, reaching his half-century in 30 balls, while Jadeja achieved his in 34 balls, helping CSK establish a challenging target.
Youngster Mhatre, at just 17, demonstrated how to excel on the slow and gripping Wankhede pitch, making a sensational debut with a 15-ball 32 after Rachin Ravindra fell for five against Ashwani Kumar.
After starting at 16/1, CSK surged to 48/1 at the end of the power-play, with Mhatre hitting Ashwani Kumar for a four and two sixes in his first over—shot reminiscent of big-hitter Dwayne Bravo. Mhatre's impressive pulls and flicks provided the necessary momentum for the CSK innings.
Despite Ashwani Kumar conceding 24 runs in the 16th over and being taken to task by debutant Mhatre and Dube, who together scored 42 runs in two overs, Mitchell Santner bowled excellently, delivering three overs for just 14 runs and taking one wicket. Jasprit Bumrah emerged as the most successful Mumbai bowler, claiming 2-25 in four overs, including the critical wickets of Dube and skipper MS Dhoni (4).
Brief scores:
Chennai Super Kings 176/5 in 20 overs (Ravindra Jadeja 53 not out, Shivam Dube 50, Ayush Mhatre 32; Jasprit Bumrah 2-25, Mitchell Santner 1-14) lost to Mumbai Indians 177/1 in 15.4 overs (Rohit Sharma 76 not out, Suryakumar Yadav 68 not out; Ravindra Jadeja 1-28) by nine wickets.
