IPL 2025: Trent Boult’s 4-Fer Helps MI to Take Victory Over SRH in Hyderabad
Mumbai Indians defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by 7 wickets, chasing 144 in just 15.4 overs. Rohit Sharma scored 70 off 46 balls, while Suryakumar Yadav added a quick 40*. Trent Boult starred with the ball, taking 4/26. SRH's top order collapsed early, with Klaasen's 71 off 44 the only major resistance.
With the Mumbai Indians team coming to Hyderabad, anticipation was high for a high-stakes IPL 2025 clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the 41st match of the tournament. However, what unfolded at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium was a dominant display from the Mumbai franchise, as they clinically dismantled the hosts to register a comprehensive 7-wicket victory with 26 balls to spare. With a powerful all-round performance led by Trent Boult’s fiery spell and a blistering innings by Rohit Sharma, MI secured two vital points and jumped to third in the league standings.
SRH’s Batting Collapse and Klaasen’s Rescue Act
After losing the toss, SRH were put into bat first, a decision that proved fruitful for Mumbai almost immediately. The Hyderabad top-order crumbled spectacularly under pressure, with left-arm pacer Trent Boult delivering early breakthroughs. Boult removed Travis Head for a duck in just the second over, caught by Naman Dhir. His nightmare continued for SRH as Abhishek Sharma was caught in the deep, also falling to Boult’s movement and bounce, departing after scoring just 8 runs.
The struggles didn’t end there as Ishan Kishan and Nitish Kumar Reddy added just 3 runs between them, with both falling cheaply to Deepak Chahar’s disciplined line and length. By the time SRH reached 13/4 in 4.1 overs, their innings was in disarray. The powerplay ended with a meager 24 runs for the loss of 4 wickets, highlighting their frequent collapses during this phase of the game this season.
Amid the chaos, Heinrich Klaasen stood tall. Coming in under immense pressure, Klaasen began his counterattack cautiously but accelerated brilliantly. He smashed 71 off 44 balls, with 9 fours and 2 sixes, playing the anchor and aggressor roles simultaneously. His half-century came off just 34 deliveries. Supporting him was Abhinav Manohar, brought in as the Impact Player, who played a gritty knock of 43 off 37 balls. The duo stitched together a 99-run partnership that helped SRH recover from 35/5 to 134/5.
Unfortunately, Klaasen’s dismissal at the end of the 19th over, caught by Tilak Varma off Jasprit Bumrah, ended SRH’s hopes of reaching a competitive total. Boult returned to finish the innings on a high, dismissing Pat Cummins with his final delivery to end with outstanding figures of 4/26.
SRH ended their innings at 143/8 in 20 overs, a score that looked below par given Mumbai’s firepower. Trent Boult was unquestionably the star with the ball. His spell of 4 overs yielded 4 wickets, including two in the powerplay that completely disrupted SRH’s plans. His economy rate of 6.50 was more than respectable considering the situation he bowled in.
He was ably supported by Deepak Chahar, who finished with 2 wickets for just 12 runs in his 4 overs, maintaining an impressive economy of 3.00. While Bumrah went for runs (4-0-39-1), he got the crucial wicket of Klaasen at the death. Mitchell Santner, though wicketless, bowled economically, conceding only 19 runs in his spell.
Mumbai’s Chase – A Commanding Display
Chasing 144, MI began confidently. Ryan Rickelton, the MI wicketkeeper, struck a couple of early boundaries before being dismissed by Jaydev Unadkat for 11. But that was the only joy SRH found in the powerplay, as Rohit Sharma took control. Rohit, who came in as the Impact Player replacing Vignesh Puthur, looked in supreme touch. He punished anything full or short and raced to a half-century in 35 balls. Alongside Will Jacks, who contributed 22 off 19 balls, Rohit took MI to 77/2 by the 10th over, setting the perfect platform for a comfortable chase.
After Jacks departed, caught by Abhinav Manohar off Zeeshan Ansari, Suryakumar Yadav entered and stole the show with a lightning-quick 40* off just 19 deliveries, smashing 5 fours and 2 sixes at a strike rate of 210.52. The duo of Rohit and Surya added 53 runs in 30 balls for the third wicket before Rohit fell for 70, attempting another big shot. Tilak Varma came in to finish the match alongside Surya, and the pair reached the target in just 15.4 overs, sealing a dominant win for MI with 7 wickets and over four overs to spare.
SRH’s bowlers couldn’t find the breakthroughs they desperately needed. Their skipper, Pat Cummins, went wicketless and expensive (3-0-31-0), while Jaydev Unadkat and Eshan Malinga picked up a wicket each. Zeeshan Ansari also got one, but none could apply sustained pressure. With no bowler able to keep the run rate in check or build dot-ball pressure, Mumbai’s batters had it easy throughout the chase. The only bright spot was Malinga’s dismissal of Rohit Sharma, albeit too late to affect the outcome.
What’s Happening in the Points Table?
With this win, MI moved up to third place in the IPL 2025 points table with 10 points from 9 matches and a healthy NRR of +0.673. This victory marked their fourth consecutive win, making them one of the form teams of the tournament. SRH, on the other hand, continued their poor run and now sit near the bottom of the table with just 2 wins in 8 matches and a concerning NRR of -1.361.
Their persistent top-order failures and over-reliance on Klaasen are clear issues that need addressing if they’re to mount any playoff challenge. Mumbai will be brimming with confidence heading into their next games, with their bowling attack firing and senior players like Rohit and Surya in red-hot form. Trent Boult’s continued effectiveness in the powerplay is a big plus, giving them an early edge in most matches.
TCNI’s Magic Moment of the Day
The TCNI’s Magic Moment of the Day that changed everything came in the form of a rare act of sportsmanship that unexpectedly worked against the batting side. In the 41st match of IPL 2025 between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians, the dismissal of Ishan Kishan created a surprising twist early in the game. Facing Deepak Chahar in the third over, Kishan received a length ball drifting down the leg side and it seemed like a certain wide. The umpire initially signaled wide too. However, in a moment of honest instinct, Kishan began walking back to the pavilion without waiting for the decision, believing he had edged it.
What followed was a bizarre yet decisive turn. Neither the bowler nor the keeper Rickelton appealed properly, and Chahar had even begun returning to his bowling mark. But Kishan’s gesture prompted the umpire to change his wide call and raise his finger, declaring him caught behind. Replays later showed there was nothing on Snicko, and technically, he was not out. This wicket was a massive moment as had Kishan stayed, MI might have taken longer to chase down SRH’s modest 143. Instead, his self-dismissal gave SRH an early boost at 9/2.
TCNI’s Hero of the Day
With Deepak Chahar being awarded as the TCNI’s Hero of the Day, his performance stood out as a major turning point in Mumbai Indians’ dominant win over Sunrisers Hyderabad. Chahar’s opening spell was not just economical but also match-defining, setting the tone early and piling pressure on SRH from the start. He struck in his very first over, removing Ishan Kishan for just 1 run off 4 balls in an unusual dismissal where the batter walked despite there being no edge on Snicko, showing great honesty but costing his team dearly.
Chahar’s real impact came in how he suffocated the SRH top order. After Kishan’s exit at 9/2, he returned to remove Nitish Kumar Reddy in the 4th over, caught by Santner for just 2 runs, leaving SRH reeling at 13/4. His control over line and length was exceptional, conceding just 12 runs in his 4 overs, and claiming 2 crucial wickets at an astonishing economy rate of 3.00. Bowling 17 dot balls, Chahar gave no room for SRH batters to settle, applying relentless pressure that triggered a collapse. His spell ensured SRH never recovered, paving the way for MI’s comfortable 7-wicket win.
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