DC vs MI Highlights | MI Clinch Thrilling 12-Run Win in High-Scoring Clash | IPL 2025 | 29th Match

Mumbai Indians Edge Out Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025 Thriller at Arun Jaitley Stadium

In one of the most riveting encounters of IPL 2025, Mumbai Indians (MI) secured a crucial victory against Delhi Capitals (DC) by 12 runs in Match 29 of the tournament. The clash, held at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, was a classic high-scoring T20 battle, filled with explosive batting, game-changing spells, and edge-of-the-seat moments.

Mumbai Indians, who had been struggling for momentum this season, finally found their rhythm and successfully defended their target of 205 runs against a strong Delhi batting lineup. Despite some valiant efforts from the Delhi Capitals' middle-order, the home team fell short, getting bowled out for 193 in 19 overs.

Scorecard

Mumbai Indians - 205/5 in 20 overs
(Ryan Rickelton 41, Tilak Varma 59, Suryakumar Yadav 40; Kuldeep Yadav 2/32, Vipraj Nigam 2/41)

Delhi Capitals - 193 all out in 19 overs
(Karun Nair 89, Abishek Porel 33; Mitchell Santner 3/20, Karn Sharma 3/36)

Mumbai Indians won by 12 runs

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Rohit Sharma and Tilak Varma Lead Mumbai's Charge

After being asked to bat first by Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel, Mumbai Indians started cautiously. Rohit Sharma, in desperate need of runs, got a breezy 18 off 12 balls before falling to Vipraj Nigam. However, it was the middle order of MI that shone the brightest.

Ryan Rickelton played an aggressive knock of 41, setting the tone for the innings alongside Suryakumar Yadav, who contributed a fluent 40. But the standout performance came from young Tilak Varma, whose blistering 59 off 33 balls, decorated with 6 fours and 3 sixes, propelled Mumbai beyond the 200-run mark.

Naman Dhir's finishing touch of an unbeaten 38 off just 17 balls gave MI the perfect final flourish.

Kuldeep Yadav and Vipraj Nigam Provide Resistance for DC

Delhi Capitals' bowling effort was a mixed bag. While Mitchell Starc was expensive, conceding 43 in his 3 overs, it was the spin duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Vipraj Nigam who provided some control. Kuldeep’s spell of 2/32 was vital in the middle overs, and Vipraj chipped in with 2 key wickets, removing Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya.

However, the death overs remained a concern for DC, with MI plundering 70 runs in the final 5 overs.

Karun Nair’s Masterclass in Vain

Chasing 206 on a batting-friendly Delhi track was never out of reach for the Capitals, especially after Karun Nair's breathtaking innings. Walking in after a disastrous start that saw Jake Fraser-McGurk dismissed for a golden duck, Nair anchored the innings with supreme elegance and power.

His 89 from just 40 balls, including 9 fours and 4 sixes, threatened to take the game away from Mumbai Indians. But a lack of substantial support from the other end, coupled with MI's disciplined bowling, kept pulling DC back.

Mitchell Santner and Karn Sharma Seal the Game

Just when it seemed Delhi Capitals might pull off the chase, Mitchell Santner and Karn Sharma turned the tide in MI’s favour. Santner’s spell of 3/20 was a masterclass in smart T20 bowling, while Karn Sharma picked 3 wickets at critical moments, including the prized scalp of KL Rahul for 15.

Jasprit Bumrah, as always, held his nerve in the death overs, conceding just 41 runs in 4 overs and picking up the crucial wicket of Axar Patel.

Winning Moment and Impact

The victory was a much-needed boost for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2025. The win not only helped them move away from the bottom of the table but also reinstated faith in their middle-order power-hitters and bowling depth.

For Delhi Capitals, the loss was a harsh reminder that cricket is a team game. Despite Karun Nair's brilliance, the lack of support from the rest of the batting lineup and costly errors in the field cost them the match.

Key Takeaways & Interesting Stats

• This was MI's first win against DC in Delhi since 2019.

• Karun Nair's 89 is now the highest individual score for DC in IPL 2025 so far.

• Mitchell Santner’s 3/20 is his best IPL figure in recent seasons.

• MI’s death overs strike rate of 220 in this match was their best of IPL 2025.

• DC’s total of 193 is the highest losing score for them this season.