In a thrilling encounter at the Wankhede Stadium on April 27, 2025, Mumbai Indians (MI) showcased their dominance by securing a commanding 54-run victory over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Match 45 of the IPL 2025 season.

Mumbai Indians Innings

Mumbai Indians set an imposing target of 215/7 in 20 overs after winning the toss and electing to bat first. The MI innings was built on a blistering 94-run opening stand between Ryan Rickelton (58 off 32) and Suryakumar Yadav (54 off 28), who put the Lucknow bowlers under extreme pressure. Will Jacks added 29 from 21 balls, and in the end Naman Dhir (18 off 10) and Corbin Bosch (15* off 8) finished strongly, as MI posted well over 200. The Lucknow bowling attack of Mayank Yadav (2/40) and Avesh Khan (2/42) had no answers to contain the MI middle order, and even with Ravi Bishnoi (1/41) claiming Suryakumar's wicket, MI made runs freely. 

Lucknow Super Giants Innings

In reply, Lucknow Super Giants were bowled out for 161, losing by 54 runs. Ayush Badoni (35 off 22) and Mitchell Marsh (34 off 24) fought back briefly, but the Lucknow batters were never able to seize the momentum. Jasprit Bumrah was the pick of the bowlers with 4/22, and Trent Boult (3/20) and Will Jacks (2/18) were good support. MI attacked the Super Giants, while the Lucknow batting never found their rhythm in their run chase, to help MI to a comfortable win.

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MI vs LSG: Post Match Reactions

Will Jacks (Player of the Match): Jacks credited his bowling for the success of the team as he matched up well with the unknown left, like Pooran. He acknowledged the hard work he has put into his bowling, and although it is part-time, he is still enjoying playing for Mumbai Indians. He also mentioned Bumrah's skill and leadership.

Hardik Pandya (MI Captain): Pandya talked about the momentum of the team and how everyone contributed. He explained how it is important that when a player is needed for a performance, everyone pulls together, and he said for them they need to focus on playing good cricket and not getting ahead of themselves.

Corbin Bosch (MI): Bosch played instead of Mitch and was thankful for the opportunity and also said it was special because it was his brother's birthday.   He said he was also grateful for his teammates for supporting him and was excited to contribute where he could.

Rishabh Pant (LSG Captain): Pant spoke about how their plan was to back their batting and commented on the quality of the performance from Mumbai.  He said it is important to keep positive and that Mayank Yadav's return was a positive for the team.

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Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants: Match Scorecard

Mumbai Indians—215/7 (20 Overs)

Lucknow Super Giants – 161/10 (20 Overs)

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) is going to resurrect the T20 Mumbai League for its 3rd season from May 26 to June 8, 2025, at Wankhede Stadium. The domestic T20 tournament that was last played in 2019 was put on hold due to the Covid pandemic and other issues but has now returned to entertain cricket fans in the metropolitan area. 

The league will start a day after the IPL 2025 final and will boast eight teams, all representing various suburbs of Mumbai. We have six teams returning from the previous iterations of the event—ARCS Andheri, Aakash Tigers Mumbai Western Suburbs, Eagle Thane Strikers, Namo Bandra Blasters, North Mumbai Panthers, and Triumph Knights Mumbai North East. We will also welcome two new teams to the league - SoBo Mumbai Falcons and Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals.

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The MCA has identified eight icon players to raise the visibility of the league: Suryakumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Shardul Thakur, Ajinkya Rahane, Shivam Dube, Sarfaraz Khan, Tushar Deshpande, and Prithvi Shaw. Every franchise has its one icon player, which adds a lot of star power and experience to their team.

The two weeks will be formatted round-robin and knockout and finish with the final on June 8. The MCA will announce the full schedule as well as live streaming details at a later date. The MCA is gearing up to make this a good event. 

T20 Mumbai League 2025: Overview 

• Board: Mumbai Cricket Association
• Season: 8
• Format: T20, Round-Robin and Knockouts
• Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
• Dates: May 26 – June 8, 2025
• Matches: TBA

Teams and Captains

Teams ARCS Andheri, Aakash Tigers Mumbai Western Suburbs, Eagle Thane Strikers, Namo Bandra Blasters, North Mumbai Panthers, Triumph Knights Mumbai North East, SoBo Mumbai Falcons, and Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals —are yet to be announced.

India's T20I captain,Suryakumar Yadav, made IPL history on Sunday (April 27) as the fastest batter to 4000 runs in IPL history. Appearing for the Mumbai Indians in their 10th league match of IPL 2025, Surya reached 4000 runs in just 2714 balls, breaking KL Rahul's previous record of 2820 balls. Chris Gayle is third, with 2920 balls. Suryakumar became the 17th cricketer to score 4000 runs in the IPL overall and the eighth active player to reach this milestone in the league's most prestigious franchise cricket league.

Suryakumar, a 34-year-old right-handed batter from Mumbai, has had spectacular form throughout the current season. He entered the innings needing just 33 runs against Lucknow Super Giants to reach his goal. He reached the milestone when he struck a boundary off Avesh Khan in the 13th over. Surya has scored so far 4 fours and 2 sixes, with his first six of the night also being his historic 150th six in IPL history. His consistent and aggressive style of play has proved vital for the Mumbai Indians, and he is now lauded as one of the elite T20 batters in the world.

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Surya Eyes Another Record for Mumbai Indians

If Suryakumar Yadav gets a minimum of 54 in this IPL 2025 match, he will surpass Kieron Pollard's 3412 runs and become the second-highest run scorer for the Mumbai Indians in IPL history. Currently, Rohit Sharma is first with 5698 runs from 221 matches, including 2 hundreds and 37 fifties, and a career with MI. Surya too has played with Kolkata Knight Riders and so far has become one of the MI greats due to the eye-catching batting and dominance of matches from previous IPL seasons.

There are times when success comes quickly, and his success has indeed come quickly over time. For sure, Surya's feats say that none of his success is by coincidence - this is a combination of the player's determination, creativity, and a strong work ethic, which comes through their commitment and a lot of hard work. There will be many matches to play yet in this season, and there will be even more records that will fall, and Surya will continue to be recognized in IPL history.

After enduring a tough stretch since IPL 2024, Mumbai Indians (MI) appear to have rediscovered their rhythm just when it matters most in IPL 2025. The five-time champions had a shaky start to the season, suffering early defeats, but they’ve begun to show why they’re one of the most successful franchises in league history. Having seen both glory and failure over the years, MI has mastered the art of staying composed under pressure and responding with tactical precision.

Climbing from the bottom of the table to 6th place with three consecutive wins, MI’s resurgence has been both timely and impressive. In this article, we break down the key reasons behind their comeback.

Mentality

Mumbai Indians management is well known for its methodical game style on the field. From structuring the playing eleven to utilizing bowlers according to conditions, MI has mastered all these things. After a cruising victory against archrival Chennai Super Kings (CSK), MI batting coach Kieron Pollard revealed that they planned to use Jasprit Bumrah with the new ball against SRH and wanted to use Deepak Chahar against CSK. 

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Return of Bumrah 

Jasprit Bumrah’s absence in the early matches due to injury was a major setback for the Mumbai Indians, but his return has proven to be a turning point in their campaign. Once he regained his rhythm, Bumrah quickly reminded everyone of his match-winning abilities with impactful spells. His bowling performances have been crucial — he returned figures of 0/29 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), followed by a tight 1/21 against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), and a vital 2/25 against Chennai Super Kings (CSK).

All-rounder skipper 

Mumbai Indians’ captain, Hardik Pandya, has been in exceptional form this season, contributing with both bat and ball. In just five innings, he has scored 104 runs at an outstanding strike rate of 170, demonstrating his explosive batting capabilities. In addition to his batting prowess, Pandya has claimed 11 wickets, placing him firmly in the race for the Purple Cap. His all-around performances have been crucial in tight encounters, where his timely contributions with both bat and ball have helped Mumbai stay competitive. Pandya’s ability to turn matches with his dynamic skills has proven his worth as a match-winner. His leadership, coupled with his individual brilliance, has been a key factor in Mumbai's success this season, and he continues to be a vital player for the team as they push for a playoff spot in IPL 2025.

Vintage Rohit 

Rohit Sharma is steadily regaining his form, with his brilliant knock of 76* off 46 balls being exactly what Mumbai Indians required to lay a solid foundation at the top of their batting order. This innings highlighted his ability to anchor the innings and build partnerships, something MI has relied on for success. Alongside him, Ryan Rickelton has shown encouraging signs of being able to deliver match-winning performances. His promising starts indicate that he could be the explosive partner Rohit needs at the top. Together, the opening duo holds the potential to dominate any bowling attack, creating a strong platform for MI's middle order to capitalize on. If both Rohit and Rickelton continue in this form, they can prove to be a formidable force in the tournament, taking on some of the toughest bowling lineups in IPL 2025. This partnership could be a game-changer for MI as they aim for the playoffs.

Swashbuckling Suryakumar 

Suryakumar Yadav has regained his confidence and form in the middle order, showcasing his trademark 360° hitting abilities. The Mumbai Indians' star batter has been crucial in stabilizing the innings and accelerating when needed. His match-winning knock of an unbeaten 68* off just 30 balls against Chennai Super Kings stands out as his best performance of IPL 2025 so far. Suryakumar's ability to adapt to various situations and play innovative shots has been pivotal in MI's resurgence. His aggressive batting style has been a game-changer, helping the team set strong totals and chase challenging targets. With his current form, he remains a key player for MI as they push for a spot in the playoffs. If he continues this momentum, Suryakumar's contributions could be the driving force behind Mumbai Indians' successful campaign this season.

Suryakumar Yadav recently appeared in a video on the YouTube channel ‘Khaane Mai Kya Hai’; Surya shared his thoughts on Rohit Sharma’s unique on-field communication style. Sitting alongside Tilak Varma and jackie shroff, Suryakumar addressed the fact that Rohit’s quotes often get caught on the stump mic, a topic which surely makes him a fan favourite.

Suryakumar characterised Rohit as a captain who speaks to his players in an affectionate and motivating tone. Suryakumar quoted, “He communicates with affection, rarely uses harsh language, and is engaged in the game." He added that while Rohit might sometimes use stronger words due to the heat of the moment, it never comes from a place of anger but rather a deep passion for the game. “He just wants everything to be in place and perfect, and that’s why he is always directing people,” Suryakumar said.

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Away from the field, Suryakumar made it clear that Rohit is still that same friendly, down-to-earth guy. He likes to have a laugh, keeps the dressing room environment fun, and makes sure everyone’s really at ease. he added. Rohit’s ability to maintain the same personality both on and off the field is the mark of a great leader.

Rohit’s interactions, many of them picked up by the stump mic, have become viral moments, showing his tactical mind and humorous side. As Suryakumar said of his captain, “He’s always in the picture, always in the zone-it’s what makes him a great captain."

In the absence of the regular captain Hardik Pandya, the five-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians will start the IPL 2025 under a new captain. MI skipper Pandya revealed their captain for their IPL 2025 opener, which will be against the hosts Chennai Super Kings in Chennai on March 23 evening.

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IPL 2025: Captain Hardik Pandya will miss MI's season opener

Hardik Pandya is continuing his leadership role for Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2025. However, due to slow over-rate offences for three times in the IPL 2024, including the last offence occured during their last league stage game of the season, which was also their last fixture of the season, skipper Pandya's one-match suspension has been carried forward for the IPL 2025. So, Hardik Pandya will miss MI's opening match of the IPL 2025, when Chennai Super Kings will host them in the evening of March 23. 

The T20 World Cup 2024 winning captain Rohit Sharma, under whom Mumbai Indians won five IPL trophies, and the present Indian T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav are the strong names for the alternative captain of the Mumbai Indians. Rohit led MI last time in the 2023 season, while Yadav has captained MI once in the 2023 season, when the skipper Rohit was unavailable.  

IPL 2025: Captain Hardik Pandya revealed Suryakumar Yadav would lead MI in their season opener

While there are some reports about Rohit Sharma's leadership role return at least for their IPL 2025 opener, MI skipper Hardik Pandya clarified who would lead the five-time IPL champions in their IPL 2025 first game. Pandya has claimed that Suryakumar Yadav, the present Indian T20I captain, will lead Mumbai Indians in their first fixture of the IPL 2025. So, we can confirm that Yadav will play the vice-captaincy role for Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2025. 

Mumbai Indians will face the hosts Gujarat Titans in their second game of the IPL 2025, when captain Hardik Pandya will return to the MI squad to face his previous leading side as Titans reached the Finals in their first two IPL seasons (2022 and 2023) under his leadership while they were champions in the 2022 edition and runners-up in the 2023 edition. Ahmedabad will host this match on March 29.  

The shining bright international cricket talents in India include two of its big offensive players: Hardik Pandya and Tilak Varma. Both of these players have recently crossed significant thresholds in the latest ICC T20I rankings. T20I all-rounders: Getting to the top for Pandya, and Tilak Varma emerging as the bright star of Indian batting ranks has moved him up to being India 39 best T20I batsman. It has been crucial in these recent victories in the T20I series against South Africa and looks like a foretold ascendant in the shortest format.

Hardik pandya-1 T20I ALL ROUNDER

Tilak Varma-2 T20i BATTER

Hardik Pandya : The World's Best T20I All-Rounder Once Again

ICC T20I all-rounder rankings: once again Hardik Pandya has top the list, with his versatility on bat as well as ball. His string of consistently outstanding performances have been huge in India's recent mandates and his field captaincy is an inspiration to the new generation of Indian cricketers.

Boosting his Ranking: Top Performances

Second T20I: played a crucial unbeaten 39 at the beginning of their lineup and took them through a challenging chase in that match.Impactful Bowling: That 1/8 in three off he bowled was crucial as there after India oozed control over South Africa and was able to win this fourth T20 in series.Adequate support: Throughout the series, he provided all-important unpicking down the other end and also himself achieved some valuable blows.

He passed competitors such as Liam Livingstone of England and Dipendra Singh Airee of Nepal in these performances to reinstall himself as the top all-rounder in T20I. That's his second time at the top, first since India's team last lifted the T20 World Cup trophy this year.

Hardik Pandya's T20I Career Overview

Tilak Varma soars through the T20I batting rankings

The biggest hope of India in T20I, young, performed amazingly well Tilak Varma. become the highest-ranked T20I batter from India at No. 2in the world.T20 International Batting Record An Indian innings shot 280 in 4 matches: Varma tore South Africa apart, smashing runs 
2 Centuries in T20I: Back-to-back centuries proved that he can end the innings or score boundaries.

Tilak Varma  T20I Career Overview

Senior Players Contests: In this ranking surge, he pushed Suryakumar Yadav to No.4 in the ICC power rankings.
Known for aggressive and fearless approach with the bat, Pragyan has made sure that he is up for something important in India's T20I squad and new rating trends point to new heights for Indian cricket.

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Indian T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav is set to play the remainder of the ongoing domestic T20 tournament Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024-25 (SMAT 2024-25). Furthermore, he is also expected to participate in the domestic one-day cricket tournament, Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25. 

After completing the four-match away T20I series against the hosts South Africa, where India won by a 3-1 margin, the T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav was on a two-week break to attend a family function. 

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Suryakumar Yadav ready to serve for Mumbai

The 34-year-old Suryakumar Yadav is available for the upcoming Mumbai’s SMAT match against Services on December 3. After the end of their match against Nagaland, Mumbai are in third place in Group E of the SMAT 2024-25 by earning 12 points after four games with the results of three victories and one defeat. 

According to the latest PTI report, Shreyas Iyer is likely to continue his leadership role for Mumbai in the SMAT, even after the Indian T20I skipper returns to the squad. The report suggests that Suryakumar is open to bat at any position for the team under the leadership of Iyer. 

Not only the T20I skipper, but Hardik Pandya, Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Varun Chakravarthy, etc. are also busy in the ongoing SMAT 2024-25. 

Suryakumar Yadav will play Vijay Hazare Trophy

On the other hand, Suryakumar is likely to be available for the upcoming domestic List A tournament Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25, starting on December 21. Mumbai, who last won this List A tournament in the 2020-21 season, will target to equal Tamil Nadu's five Vijay Hazare Trophies successes this season. This will be Suryakumar's ideal preparation for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, before which India will play only one three-match home ODI series against England. 

Suryakumar Yadav, who is desperate to return to Test cricket, also played one match in the present Ranji Trophy season when Mumbai faced Maharashtra. 

The Indian cricket team wrapped up their T20I series against Bangladesh in emphatic style, clinching a dominant 133-run victory in the third and final match in Hyderabad. Winning the toss, captain Suryakumar Yadav opted to bat first, and the Indian batters put on a masterclass, posting a colossal total of 297/6—the highest-ever T20I score by a Test-playing nation. Sanju Samson led the charge with a breathtaking maiden T20I century, scoring 111 off just 47 balls. His partnership with Suryakumar (75 off 35) produced a monumental 173-run stand for the second wicket, leaving Bangladesh's bowlers hapless on a night where nothing went their way.

Despite losing both Samson and Suryakumar in quick succession, India maintained their momentum with explosive finishes from Hardik Pandya (47 off 18) and Riyan Parag (34 off 13), adding vital runs in the death overs. Bangladesh, who had been outclassed in all departments throughout the series, crumbled under the pressure once again, failing to put up a fight in the chase. India's comprehensive win not only secured a clean sweep but also marked their third-biggest victory margin in T20Is, sending the team into celebration mode as they dominated the series from start to finish.

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Decoding India's Explosive Batting Display in the Final T20I

India's dominating performance against Bangladesh in the final T20I of the 2024 series was exemplified by their incredible ability to clear the boundary at will. The above image provides a breakdown of India’s six-hitting prowess during their mammoth total of 297/6. It captures the key contact points where the batters connected with the ball to send it flying over the ropes for sixes, highlighting just how aggressively the Indian top-order and middle-order approached the game. These sixes played a pivotal role in setting up India's third-largest victory margin in T20Is.

The image reveals that a significant number of sixes were hit from deliveries pitched in a particular zone around the stumps. As indicated by the 54.5% figure on the image, more than half of the sixes came from balls in this primary hitting arc. The orange dots represent where Indian batters connected with the ball to launch their sixes, and they are densely concentrated in this highlighted area. This shows that the Bangladesh bowlers frequently bowled within the range where Indian batters could swing freely and clear the boundary with ease.

The variety of six-hitting points, however, also illustrates the versatility of the Indian batters. While many sixes came from the traditional off-stump region, several were struck from deliveries that were wide outside off or full-pitched deliveries closer to the stumps. This reflects the adaptability of the batters, as they could take on different types of deliveries and still find ways to muscle the ball for maximum runs. The spread of contact points across the graph showcases India’s all-round aggression, with players using innovative strokes to maximize run-scoring opportunities.

This aggressive approach was led by Sanju Samson, who struck a maiden T20I century (111 off 47), and captain Suryakumar Yadav, who contributed a quick-fire 75 off 35 balls. Together, they stitched a massive 173-run partnership that laid the foundation for India's record-breaking score. The sixes highlighted in the graph are a testament to their dominance, as they consistently found ways to dispatch the ball to the boundary, keeping Bangladesh’s bowlers under constant pressure.

In conclusion, the above image captures the essence of India’s T20I batting blueprint—brutal aggression, a fearless mindset, and an ability to hit sixes from varied deliveries. India’s clinical display of power-hitting helped them post a colossal total, which ultimately paved the way for a massive 133-run victory, completing a clean sweep of the series. The graph not only serves as a visual representation of the match's carnage but also as a reflection of how India has mastered the art of attacking T20 cricket.

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Indian batters had no mercy in the last game of the three-match T20I series against Bangladesh at Hyderabad, as the hosts recorded the second-highest total in T20I cricket history. 

Leading the series by 2-0, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav chose to bat first, and India scored 297/6 in 20 overs. 

Although the opening batter Abhishek Sharma was dismissed in the third over after scoring four runs, the Indian batters then totally dominated the Bangladesh bowlers. 

Sanju Samson and Suryakumar Yadav had a 173-run partnership 

India scored 82/1 in the powerplay and scored 100 runs in 7.1 overs. When India scored 119/1 in 8.3 overs, the floodlight failure stopped the game for a while. Before that stoppage, Samson had already completed his half-century in 22 balls.

In the restart, the Indian batters continued their bashing. In the 10th over, Samson thrashed the leg-spinner Rishad Hossain for five consecutive sixes. 

Captain Suryakumar Yadav completed his half-century in 23 balls, while Samson completed his maiden T20I hundred and fourth T20 century in just 40 balls. Samson became the first Indian wicketkeeper-batter to record a T20I century, and he also recorded India's second-fastest T20I hundred. 

After scoring 111 off 47 balls with the help of 11 fours and eight sixes, Samson was dismissed by Mustafizur Rahman. Before his wicket, Samson and Suryakumar had an unforgettable 173-run partnership for the second wicket. 

While Samson was dismissed in the 14th over, Suryakumar was out in the next over after scoring 75 runs off 35 balls with the help of eight fours and five sixes. 

Riyan Parag and Hardik Pandya utilised the situation perfectly

Despite their dismissal, the next Indian batters continued the run flow as the visitors had no clue. Riyan Parag and Hardik Pandya had a quick-fire 70-run partnership in just 4.1 overs for the fourth wicket. 

Parag scored 34 runs off just 13 balls with one four and four sixes. On the other hand, Hardik scored 47 runs off 18 balls with four fours and four sixes.

Among the Bangladesh bowlers, Tanzim Hasan Sakib took three wickets and finished with the bowling figures of 4-0-66-3. Out of his three wickets, he picked up two wickets in consecutive deliveries during the last over of the innings.

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