Match Summary: MI Dominate SRH in Hyderabad
Mumbai Indians (MI) extended their winning streak to four matches in the IPL 2025 season with a commanding seven-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. The clinical performance saw Trent Boult shine with the ball and Rohit Sharma take charge with the bat, leading MI to chase down SRH’s total of 143 in just 15.4 overs.
Trent Boult’s Early Breakthroughs Cripple SRH
MI captain Hardik Pandya won the toss and elected to bowl first, a decision that paid dividends early. Left-arm pacer Trent Boult struck twice in the powerplay, removing both Travis Head for a duck and Abhishek Sharma. Boult finished with figures of 4 for 26, rattling SRH’s top order and setting the tone for the match.
Deepak Chahar also made a key impact, dismissing Nitish Reddy and Ishan Kishan, reducing SRH to 35/5 by the 9th over. The early damage left SRH with little momentum and put MI firmly in control.
Heinrich Klaasen Fights Alone for SRH
Amid the collapse, Heinrich Klaasen stood tall, scoring a resilient 71 off 44 deliveries. He played a lone hand, anchoring SRH’s innings with some classy boundaries. Klaasen’s knock included partnerships with lower-order batters, which pushed the total to a modest 143/8 in 20 overs.
MI’s bowling attack was relentless. While Boult took four wickets, the likes of Mitchell Santner and Jasprit Bumrah kept things tight, ensuring SRH never got the momentum they desperately needed.
Rohit Sharma’s Classy Knock Guides Easy Chase
Chasing 144, MI started confidently. Although they lost Ryan Rickelton early to Jaydev Unadkat, Rohit Sharma and Will Jacks stitched together a solid partnership. Rohit showcased his trademark timing and elegance, smashing 71 runs off 44 balls with six boundaries and three sixes.
Even after his dismissal, MI remained untroubled as Suryakumar Yadav stepped up to finish the chase with a blistering 40 not out off 19 balls. MI sealed the match with 26 balls to spare, showcasing their dominance.
Captain Hardik Pandya on the Win
Speaking after the match, MI captain Hardik Pandya praised his team’s execution. “We stuck to our plans, and it’s great to see everyone contribute. Rohit and Boult were exceptional today,” said Pandya, who also chipped in with a wicket despite an expensive spell.
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Struggles Continue
With this loss, SRH’s inconsistency remains a concern. Their top-order fragility was once again exposed, and despite Klaasen’s form, the lack of support around him is hurting the team. Captain Pat Cummins will have to go back to the drawing board with the coaching staff to find solutions quickly.
Looking Ahead in IPL 2025
With this result, MI strengthens its position on the points table and appears to be peaking at the right time. The win also boosts their net run rate significantly. For SRH, it’s a wake-up call with the playoffs approaching.
Cricket fans can expect more fireworks in MI’s upcoming games, especially with Rohit Sharma back in form and the bowling unit firing as a cohesive unit.
Category: IPL 2025, Cricket News
Tags: Rohit Sharma, Trent Boult, IPL 2025, Mumbai Indians, Sunrisers Hyderabad, MI vs SRH, Heinrich Klaasen, Hardik Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav, Cricket Highlights
