Mumbai Indians strengthened their push for the IPL 2025 Playoffs with a dominant 54-run victory over Lucknow Super Giants at the Wankhede Stadium, a result that temporarily propelled them to second place in the standings. The night was packed with milestones for MI as they secured their fifth consecutive win and their 150th triumph in IPL history. Explosive half-centuries from Ryan Rickelton and Suryakumar Yadav powered MI to a formidable 215, before Jasprit Bumrah (4-22) and Trent Boult (3-20) dismantled LSG’s chase to hand MI their first-ever league-phase win against the Lucknow outfit.
The match was decisively tilted in the middle overs — at the halfway mark, MI stood at 91/3 compared to LSG’s 80/4. MI had a higher run rate of 10.11 against LSG’s 8.88, with a superior boundary count of 9 fours and 4 sixes, while LSG managed 8 fours and 2 sixes. Boult’s crucial double strike, dismissing Mitchell Marsh and Ayush Badoni, broke the back of LSG’s chase, as his two-over spell conceded just nine runs. Earlier, despite losing a few wickets during their innings, MI never allowed their scoring rate to dip, maintaining pressure on LSG throughout.
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Rickelton Fires in the PowerPlay
While the focus was on Mayank Yadav’s comeback after Rishabh Pant opted to bowl first, it was Mumbai Indians’ openers who seized the initiative. Rohit Sharma went after Mayank early, pulling him for two sixes before edging a 120.8kph wide slower ball to short third man. That dismissal turned out to be Lucknow’s lone success in a PowerPlay dominated by Ryan Rickelton.
The left-hander, who survived an early run-out scare, raced to 49 off just 24 deliveries. He took apart Prince Yadav with a six and a couple of fours, before targeting the spinners — pulling Ravi Bishnoi for a six and smashing Digvesh Rathi for two more maximums in a 19-run sixth over, the most the young spinner has conceded in a single over this season.
Suryakumar Takes Charge with a Blistering Knock
After an expensive PowerPlay, Digvesh Rathi found redemption by dismissing Ryan Rickelton for a well-made 58 off 32 balls with a wrong ’un that gripped off the pitch. However, Lucknow’s hopes of a comeback were quickly dashed by the brilliance of Suryakumar Yadav. The MI vice-captain started his assault by lofting Mayank Yadav over mid-off and slog-sweeping Ravi Bishnoi for a six in the following over.
Suryakumar continued to dominate Bishnoi, striking another six and two fours, even as Prince Yadav provided a brief respite for LSG by bowling Will Jacks for 29. Bishnoi wrapped up his spell by removing Tilak Varma, but Suryakumar remained unfazed, producing a stunning hook over fine leg after premeditating a scoop. In the process, he also became the third-fastest batter to reach 4000 IPL runs, trailing only Chris Gayle and AB de Villiers in terms of balls faced.
Dhir, Bosch Provide Late Surge to Propel MI to 215
Mumbai Indians’ innings hit a brief stumbling block when Mayank Yadav bowled Hardik Pandya, but Naman Dhir reignited the momentum with consecutive boundaries off Prince Yadav. Suryakumar Yadav brought up his half-century in just 27 balls with his fourth six, but departed soon after, driving Avesh Khan to extra cover.
Corbin Bosch, stepping in for the injured Mitchell Santner, made an immediate impact by smashing a six and a four off Digvesh Rathi, while Dhir added to the carnage with another towering six, capping a second 19-run over off the young spinner. Dhir’s unbeaten 25 off just 11 balls, highlighted by a last-ball six, powered MI to a commanding total of 215.
Bumrah Strikes Early, but Marsh and Pooran Fight Back
Jasprit Bumrah gave Mumbai Indians the perfect start with a superb first over, delivering three dot balls before dismissing Aiden Markram at deep square leg — a wicket that saw him surpass Lasith Malinga’s tally of 170 IPL wickets.
Mitchell Marsh responded with intent, launching a six each off Deepak Chahar and Bumrah, although LSG could only manage 40 runs in the first five overs. Nicholas Pooran then took charge, hammering Chahar for two sixes over point and another over deep mid-wicket, helping LSG recover to 60/1 by the end of the PowerPlay.
Jacks, Boult Deliver Crucial Blows to Cripple LSG’s Chase
Lucknow Super Giants’ hopes of dragging the chase deep suffered a major setback right after the PowerPlay, as Will Jacks removed Nicholas Pooran, who holed out to long-off. Jacks struck again just two balls later, with Rishabh Pant, struggling for rhythm, reverse-sweeping his second delivery straight to short third man.
Mitchell Marsh attempted to rebuild, finding back-to-back boundaries off Hardik Pandya, while Ayush Badoni launched a 20-run assault on Karn Sharma with two sixes and a four. However, just as LSG appeared to find some momentum, Hardik brought back Trent Boult, who struck immediately — his slower short ball drawing a mistimed pull from Marsh. Boult then removed Badoni with another slower short delivery sliced to point, extinguishing any lingering hopes for LSG.
Bumrah’s Brilliance Seals Commanding Win for MI
By the 16th over, the focus had shifted to Mumbai Indians’ margin of victory and its potential boost to their Net Run Rate. Jasprit Bumrah stepped up once again, delivering a low full toss that David Miller flicked straight to deep mid-wicket.
He then knocked over Abdul Samad and Avesh Khan off consecutive balls — one with a clever slower delivery and the other with an inch-perfect yorker. Although a hat-trick and a third IPL five-wicket haul narrowly eluded him, Bumrah’s sensational 4 for 22 ensured MI stormed back into the Playoffs race.
What’s Next for MI and LSG?
Mumbai Indians will next travel to Jaipur for a clash against a faltering Rajasthan Royals side on May 1. Meanwhile, Lucknow Super Giants enjoy a week’s break before returning to action next Sunday, when they head to Dharamsala to face the Punjab Kings.
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FAQs
How did Mumbai Indians secure their victory against LSG?
Mumbai Indians secured a commanding 54-run win over Lucknow Super Giants with blistering half-centuries from Ryan Rickelton and Suryakumar Yadav, followed by brilliant bowling performances from Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult.
What was the key moment in the PowerPlay for MI against LSG?
Ryan Rickelton dominated the PowerPlay, racing to 49 off 24 balls, with key hits including sixes and fours, setting a solid foundation for MI’s total of 215.
How did Bumrah and Boult contribute to MI’s win?
Jasprit Bumrah took 4 wickets for 22 runs, while Trent Boult claimed 3 wickets for 20 runs, breaking the backbone of LSG’s chase and securing MI’s fifth consecutive win.
What was Suryakumar Yadav’s impact in the match?
Suryakumar Yadav scored a blistering 50 off 27 balls, hitting four sixes, and became the third-fastest player to reach 4000 IPL runs, playing a pivotal role in MI’s dominant performance.
What’s next for Mumbai Indians and LSG in IPL 2025?
Mumbai Indians will face Rajasthan Royals on May 1, while Lucknow Super Giants will travel to Dharamsala to take on Punjab Kings next Sunday.
