RCB vs MI 2025 Match
The Indian Premier League 2025 delivered yet another
electrifying encounter as Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) narrowly defeated
Mumbai Indians (MI) by 12 runs in a run-fest at the iconic Wankhede Stadium.
With explosive batting, dramatic twists, and standout performances, this match
kept fans on the edge of their seats. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the
action.
Match Summary: RCB’s Batting Firepower Shines
RCB posted a mammoth 221/5 in 20 overs, thanks
to Virat Kohli’s masterclass and Rajat Patidar’s blistering knock. Mumbai
Indians fought valiantly but fell short at 209/9, despite Tilak
Varma’s heroic half-century.
Key Highlights:
- Virat
Kohli (67 off 42) anchored RCB’s innings with his classic
elegance.
- Rajat
Patidar stole the show with a 32-ball 64, including 7 sixes.
- Jitesh
Sharma (40* off 19) provided a fiery finish, ensuring RCB crossed
220.
- Tilak Varma (56 off 29) and Hardik Pandya (42 off 15) kept MI’s hopes alive but couldn’t close the chase.
Scorecard Breakdown
Royal Challengers Bangalore: 221/5 (20 overs)
Batter |
Runs
(Balls) |
4s/6s |
Virat
Kohli |
67 (42) |
6/3 |
Rajat
Patidar |
64 (32) |
4/7 |
Jitesh
Sharma |
40*
(19) |
2/4 |
MI Bowling:
- Hardik
Pandya: 2/45 (4 overs)
- Trent
Boult: 2/57 (4 overs)
- Vignesh
Puthur: 1/10 (1 over)
Mumbai Indians: 209/9 (20 overs)
Batter |
Runs
(Balls) |
4s/6s |
Tilak
Varma |
56 (29) |
5/4 |
Hardik
Pandya |
42 (15) |
3/4 |
Suryakumar
Yadav |
28 (26) |
2/1 |
RCB Bowling:
- Krunal
Pandya: 4/45 (4 overs)
- Josh
Hazlewood: 2/37 (4 overs)
- Yash
Dayal: 2/46 (4 overs)
Turning Points & Player of the Match
- Patidar’s
Power Surge: His 64 off 32 balls dismantled MI’s bowling attack,
especially targeting Trent Boult in the middle overs.
- Krunal’s
Four-Fer: Krunal Pandya’s 4-wicket haul, including the key dismissal
of Suryakumar Yadav, derailed MI’s chase.
- Hardik’s
All-Round Effort: Despite scoring 42 runs and taking 2 wickets,
Hardik’s late dismissal in the 18th over sealed MI’s fate.
Player of the Match: Rajat Patidar (64 off 32) for
his game-changing innings.
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Final Thoughts
This RCB vs MI clash lived up to its billing as a
blockbuster, showcasing T20 cricket at its finest. RCB’s balanced performance
with bat and ball reinforces their playoff ambitions, while MI will rue missed
opportunities in the middle overs.
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