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MI vs CSK: Rohit, SKY Power Mumbai to Their Most Dominant Win Yet in IPL 2025
Wankhede, April 20:
In a ruthless display of top-order batting, Rohit Sharma (76* off 45) and Suryakumar Yadav (68* off 30) orchestrated Mumbai Indians’ (MI) clinical 9-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Match 38 of IPL 2025. The duo chased down 177 in just 15.4 overs, registering MI’s fastest chase this season and lifting them to sixth on the points table.
This was a match where dominance met artistry, and both Rohit and SKY shone through with their unique batting styles, combining power and finesse.
First Innings Recap: Jadeja-Dube Revival Push CSK to 176
Powerplay (48/1):
Debutant Ayush Mhatre (32 off 15) injected early momentum with fearless strokes, but MI’s bowlers kept things under control. Rachin Ravindra was dismissed cheaply.
Middle Overs (70/2):
Shaik Rasheed and Mhatre fell in quick succession. It took Shivam Dube (50 off 30) and Ravindra Jadeja (53 off 35)* to stabilize the innings.
Death Overs (58/2):
Dube and Jadeja accelerated late, with Jadeja bringing up his fifty in the final over. CSK posted a competitive 176/5, but the total looked undercooked in hindsight.
Mumbai’s Blazing Response: Rohit-SKY Take Over Wankhede
Powerplay (62/0):
Rohit Sharma began in vintage style—pulls, lofted drives, and his trademark pick-up shots. Partnered by Ryan Rickelton, MI maintained a healthy scoring rate of over 10.
Middle Overs (95/1):
After Rickelton’s dismissal, Suryakumar Yadav arrived and immediately went on the offensive. With Rohit already settled, the two dismantled CSK’s spin-heavy middle overs through innovative strokeplay.
- Rohit brought up his half-century in 33 balls, including 7 fours and 4 sixes.
- SKY reached his fifty in just 26 balls, smashing 7 fours and 4 sixes.
Together, they added 114 runs in just 54 balls, accelerating in unison to flatten CSK’s bowling.
Finish in Style: The Duo Complete the Rout in the 16th Over
Requiring only 20 from the last five overs, the experienced MI pair didn’t wait around:
- Rohit launched a six over long-on off Pathirana
- SKY closed it with back-to-back sixes over square leg and midwicket
MI wrapped up the chase with 26 balls to spare, giving their Net Run Rate a massive lift and recording their third straight win in IPL 2025.
Match Summary – MI vs CSK, IPL 2025 Match 38
- Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
- Result: Mumbai Indians won by 9 wickets
- CSK: 176/5 (20 overs)
- MI: 177/1 (15.4 overs)
- Top Performers:
- Rohit Sharma – 76* (45)
- Suryakumar Yadav – 68* (30)
- Shivam Dube – 50 (30)
- Ravindra Jadeja – 53* (35)
What This Win Means for Mumbai Indians
- Climbed to 6th on the points table
- Best NRR gain of the season
- Rohit and SKY both back in top form
- 3-match winning streak going into a crucial away clash
What This Loss Means for CSK
- 6 losses in 8 matches
- Bowling depth and powerplay control remain big concerns
- Remain in the bottom 3 of the table
Upcoming Fixtures
- MI vs SRH: April 23 (Hyderabad)
- CSK vs SRH: April 25 (Chennai)
Disclaimer:
This article is part of Hindustan Herald’s IPL 2025 match coverage. All scores and stats are sourced from official broadcasters and match feeds.
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