SRH vs MI Match Highlights: Mumbai Indians Defeat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 7 Wickets

KKN Gurugram Desk | In an exciting encounter on April 23, 2025, Mumbai Indians (MI) registered a dominant 7-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the 41st match of IPL 2025. The match, held at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, saw MI chase down a target of 144 runs comfortably in 15.4 overs. This article brings you all the highlights, key moments, and details from the thrilling clash between the two IPL giants.

Mumbai Indians’ Dominant Performance in the IPL 2025

The match between Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad marked a thrilling contest in the ongoing IPL season. After winning the toss, Rohit Sharma’s Mumbai decided to field first and set about containing the opposition. Sunrisers Hyderabad could only manage 143/8 in their 20 overs, with Mumbai’s bowlers putting up a disciplined performance.

In reply, Mumbai’s chase was powered by a stellar performance from Rohit Sharma, who top-scored with 70 runs off 46 balls. Despite a few early setbacks, Mumbai comfortably reached the target, finishing with 146/3 in 15.4 overs. Suryakumar Yadav, with an explosive 40 off 19 balls, hit the winning boundary and sealed the victory for Mumbai.

Mumbai’s Chase: A Steady Yet Dominant Victory

Although Mumbai Indians started their chase cautiously, the game was in their favor from the very beginning. Mumbai’s opening batsman Rohit Sharma set the tone with a brisk start, making a valuable contribution to the scoreboard. After the dismissal of Ryan Rickelton in the second over, Rohit and Will Jacks steadied the ship, with the latter scoring 22 runs.

The loss of Will Jacks in the 10th over didn’t shake the momentum, as Suryakumar Yadav joined Rohit at the crease. The two added valuable runs, with Rohit Sharma eventually getting out in the 15th over, having scored a fiery 70. Tilak Verma then came to the crease and continued the good work with Suryakumar, who remained unbeaten on 40 runs, clinching the match with a boundary.

Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Struggles With the Bat

Sunrisers Hyderabad had a tough outing with the bat, failing to post a competitive total. The Hyderabad batting lineup crumbled under pressure, managing to score only 143/8 in 20 overs. Hyderabad’s struggles were apparent as they lost four wickets within the first 25 balls. A significant part of their downfall came through Mumbai’s bowlers.

Trent Boult led the charge for MI, taking 4 wickets and making a massive impact on the match’s outcome. He was well supported by Deepak Chahar, who claimed two wickets. Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah also contributed with one wicket each, putting the Hyderabad batting lineup under constant pressure.

Mumbai’s Bowlers Dominate Hyderabad’s Batting

Mumbai’s bowlers were exceptional in their control and execution during the first innings. Trent Boult’s performance was particularly noteworthy, as he took 4 wickets for just 29 runs, breaking the back of the Hyderabad batting attack. Deepak Chahar provided excellent support, taking two key wickets, while Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah kept things tight in the middle overs.

Hyderabad’s Henrich Klaasen was the only batsman who fought back, scoring a brilliant 71 off 44 balls. He was supported by Abhinav Manohar, who scored 43 off 37 balls, but their efforts were not enough to guide Hyderabad to a competitive total.

Mumbai’s Rise in the Points Table

With this victory, Mumbai Indians moved to third place in the IPL 2025 points table. The team now has 10 points from 9 matches, having won 5 of their matches. This victory was their fourth consecutive win, signaling their strong comeback after a slow start to the season.

On the other hand, Sunrisers Hyderabad remain stuck in the lower half of the points table, holding the ninth position with just 3 wins from their 9 games. Hyderabad’s batting collapse and ineffective bowling have been key factors in their struggles this season.

Key Highlights of the Match

• Rohit Sharma (MI) played a match-winning knock, scoring 70 runs off 46 balls with 3 sixes and 8 fours.

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• Suryakumar Yadav contributed a quick 40 runs off 19 balls, including the winning boundary.

• Trent Boult took 4 wickets, leading the MI bowling attack.

• Deepak Chahar and Jasprit Bumrah added to the bowling success with a combined 3 wickets.

• Hyderabad’s Henrich Klaasen (71 runs) and Abhinav Manohar (43 runs) were the only significant contributors with the bat for SRH.

Upcoming Matches: RCB vs RR in Bengaluru

After the SRH vs MI encounter, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will face Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the next IPL 2025 match, scheduled for April 25, 2025, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. This match will be crucial for both teams as they look to strengthen their positions in the points table.

IPL 2025 Points Table After SRH vs MI Match

• Mumbai Indians – 10 points (5 wins from 9 matches) – 3rd position

• Sunrisers Hyderabad – 6 points (3 wins from 9 matches) – 9th position

Match Recap: Mumbai Indians vs Sunrisers Hyderabad

1. SRH Batting: Sunrisers Hyderabad were dismissed for a modest total of 143/8 in 20 overs, with Klaasen being the top scorer.

2. MI Bowling: Mumbai’s bowlers, led by Trent Boult (4/29), were brilliant, with strong contributions from Deepak Chahar (2/24) and Hardik Pandya (1/35).

3. MI Batting: Mumbai Indians chased down the target in 15.4 overs, with Rohit Sharma (70) and Suryakumar Yadav (40*) taking them to victory.

In what turned out to be a clinical performance, Mumbai Indians defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by 7 wickets to continue their upward trajectory in the IPL 2025 season. Mumbai’s comprehensive win, bolstered by strong batting performances and a lethal bowling attack, underscores their dominance in the ongoing tournament.

SRH will need to regroup quickly and address their issues in both batting and bowling if they are to stay competitive in this season. For Mumbai, this victory is a step in the right direction as they aim to solidify their position in the top four and push for a place in the playoffs.