Mumbai Indians Dominate Royals with 100-Run Victory in IPL 2025
The Mumbai Indians (MI) displayed complete dominance as they crushed the Rajasthan Royals (RR) by a whopping 100 runs in Match 50 of IPL 2025 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur. The win not only boosted MI’s playoff hopes but also sent a strong message to other contenders.
MI’s Batting Blitz: Rickelton, Rohit & Pandya Fire
Batting first after RR won the toss and chose to bowl, MI posted a colossal 217/2 in their 20 overs. Their innings was anchored by a solid opening stand and power-packed finishing.
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Ryan Rickelton set the tone with a classy 61 off 38 balls, mixing finesse with aggression.
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Rohit Sharma, ever-reliable in big games, struck a composed 53 off 36 balls, marking his third fifty of the season.
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The finish was explosive as Hardik Pandya, the MI captain, smashed a quickfire 48 not out off just 23 balls, showcasing why he’s one of the fiercest strikers in the game.
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Suryakumar Yadav also chipped in with an aggressive unbeaten 48 off 23*, treating fans to a masterclass in creativity and timing.
RR’s bowlers were hammered across the park, with only Riyan Parag (1/12 in 2 overs) showing some control in an otherwise forgettable bowling display.
Suryakumar’s Reflex Catch Stuns Fans
While Surya impressed with the bat, it was his lightning-fast reflex catch that stole the show in the field. Diving to his right at short cover, he pulled off one of the best catches of the season — sharp, safe, and straight out of a highlights reel.
RR’s Batting Crumbles Under Pressure
Chasing 218, RR crumbled under pressure and were bundled out for just 117 in 16.1 overs. Their innings never really got going, losing wickets at regular intervals.
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Jofra Archer, promoted up the order, top-scored with a gritty 30 off 27 balls, but lacked support from the other end.
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Riyan Parag (16 off 8) and Shubham Dubey (15 off 9) showed brief promise, but it wasn’t enough to turn the tide.
MI Bowlers Seal the Deal
Mumbai’s bowlers were clinical and ruthless. Leading from the front:
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Karn Sharma picked up 3/23 in his 4 overs, bamboozling RR’s middle-order.
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Trent Boult returned with 3/28, wrapping up the tail efficiently.
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Jasprit Bumrah, as usual, was miserly and deadly — 2/15 in 4 overs, reminding everyone of his class.
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Support from Kumar Kartikeya (0/22) and others ensured that RR never stood a chance.
A Statement Win for Mumbai
This 100-run win is one of the biggest victories this season and comes at a crucial juncture as the playoff race heats up. MI now climbs in the points table and significantly boosts their net run rate.
For RR, it’s back to the drawing board. Despite a few standout individual moments, the lack of cohesion and intent cost them dearly.
What’s Next?
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MI will now carry momentum into their next match, eyeing a top-four finish.
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RR must regroup fast, with only a few games left to salvage their season.
