Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya stormed onto the field to hail Suryakumar Yadav’s scorching hundred as MI secured a playoff berth in the IPL 2025. On a Wankhede surface that offered turn and grip, Suryakumar rose to the occasion when the team required him the most, hitting an unbeaten 73 off 43 balls as MI posted a respectable 180/5 against Delhi Capitals.
MI Bowlers Dominate DC’s Chase
The momentum carried over to the second innings as MI bowlers dismantled DC batting to leave them at 121. With a comprehensive 59-run win, Mumbai Indians secured their playoff berth, thanks to an all-round show led by Suryakumar and a ruthless bowling performance.
Pandya, Bumrah Storm In to Celebrate Surya’s Finish
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Suryakumar’s charge down the track at the last over bowled by Dushmantha Chameera stole the show. Hardik Pandya came running up, hugging Surya with pride and a couple of warm pats. Jasprit Bumrah joined him a bit later, welcoming the masterclass with a hug.
Suryakumar Reflects on Perfect Timing and Execution “This is one innings which I was hoping for a long time: a difficult situation, to bat through to the end,” Surya said during the mid-innings chat. “Maybe it (the score) is a little above par. It was a slightly slow wicket with the weather around. We wanted to take it deep, talked about that during the practice sessions. Planned for it and batted accordingly. Waiting gives you a lot of fruits in life, but felt good inside (while batting).”
Surya Overcomes Early Scare to Dominate DC
Suryakumar was provided with a lifeline on six as a leading edge sailed over diving Mukesh Kumar. He capitalized on the chance, scoring seven boundaries and four sixes. He made a crucial 55 runs in a tough middle order with Tilak Varma and then 57 runs in 21 deliveries with Dhir (24 off 8). Final Overs Turn the Tide in MI’s Favor The final two overs proved to be the clincher. Surya and Dhir unleashed a fury, hitting five sixes and four boundaries for 48 runs and turning the game in favor of Mumbai and leaving Delhi Capitals stunned into submission.
