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Mumbai, April 7 – In a gripping MI vs RCB showdown at Wankhede, Royal Challengers Bengaluru held their nerve to secure a 12-run victory over Mumbai Indians in Match 21 of IPL 2025. Powered by Virat Kohli’s explosive 67, Rajat Patidar’s 64, and a fiery finish from Jitesh Sharma, RCB posted a commanding 221/5 and defended it successfully despite late fireworks from Hardik Pandya.
Kohli, Patidar, and Jitesh Lead Batting Onslaught
Batting first, RCB were propelled by a vintage knock from Virat Kohli, who smashed 67 off 42 balls, bringing up his fastest IPL fifty since 2018. He was well-supported by Rajat Patidar, who blazed away to 64 off 32 balls, hitting 5 sixes.
But it was Jitesh Sharma who sealed the innings with an unbeaten 40 off 19 balls, including 4 sixes, at a strike rate of 210.53. His finishing touch ensured RCB crossed the 220-mark for just the second time in Mumbai in IPL history.
- RCB 221/5 (20 overs)
- Kohli 67 (42), Patidar 64 (32), Jitesh 40* (19)
- Last 5 overs: 70 runs
MI Bowlers Struggle, Bumrah the Lone Bright Spot
While RCB batters dominated, Jasprit Bumrah stood tall for MI, returning figures of 0/29 from 4 overs. However, the rest of the attack went for over 10 runs an over:
- Trent Boult: 4-0-57-2
- Hardik Pandya: 4-0-45-2
- Deepak Chahar: 2-0-29-0
- Mitchell Santner: 4-0-40-0
MI Fightback: Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya Lead the Chase
Chasing 222, MI began with a brisk start but lost wickets at regular intervals. Tilak Varma’s 56 off 29 and Hardik Pandya’s explosive 42 off 15 brought MI within touching distance, but they fell short as RCB bowlers struck at crucial moments.
- Josh Hazlewood: 4-0-37-2
- Yash Dayal: 4-0-36-2
- Suyash Sharma: 4-0-32-0
MI were eventually restricted to 209/9, handing RCB a memorable win in one of the most entertaining fixtures of the season so far.
Full Score Summary:
RCB – 221/5 (20 overs)
- Kohli 67, Patidar 64, Jitesh 40*
- Boult 2/57, Pandya 2/45
MI – 209/9 (20 overs)
- Tilak 56, Hardik 42, Suryakumar 28
- Hazlewood 2/37, Dayal 2/36, Krunal 3/45
Result: RCB won by 12 runs
7 Match-Winning Moments from MI vs RCB
- Kohli’s fastest IPL fifty since 2018 – Set the tone early.
- Rajat Patidar’s 64 in 32 balls – Perfect middle-over assault.
- Jitesh Sharma’s 40 off 19* – Crucial death-overs cameo.
- RCB score 70 in last 5 overs – Turned 180 into 220+.
- Hazlewood’s double strike – Broke MI’s back at the death.
- Tilak & Hardik’s 95-run stand – MI’s valiant fightback.
- Suyash Sharma’s quiet spell (4-0-32-0) – Controlled the middle overs.
MI vs RCB Showdown Delivers IPL Classic
The MI vs RCB battle once again lived up to its billing. While Kohli and Patidar laid the foundation, it was Jitesh Sharma’s fearless knock that proved decisive in the end. With this win, RCB continue their upward momentum in the tournament and send a clear message — their quest for a maiden IPL title is very much alive.
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