The 12th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 featured an exciting battle between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. The game ended with MI securing a comfortable 8-wicket victory over KKR. Let’s take a detailed look at the match highlights and key moments.
MI vs KKR: Match Summary
- Match: MI vs KKR, 12th Match, IPL 2025
- Date & Time: March 31, 2025, 7:30 PM (Local)
- Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
- Toss: Mumbai Indians won the toss and opted to bowl first
- Result: Mumbai Indians won by 8 wickets
Kolkata Knight Riders Innings: Struggles from the Start
Kolkata Knight Riders had a rough start, losing wickets at regular intervals. The team was bowled out for just 116 runs in 16.2 overs.
Top Performers for KKR:
- Angkrish Raghuvanshi: 26 runs off 16 balls
- Manish Pandey: 19 runs off 14 balls
- Ramandeep Singh: 22 runs off 12 balls
KKR lost wickets early, with Quinton de Kock and Sunil Narine getting out cheaply. Captain Ajinkya Rahane and other middle-order batsmen failed to build a strong partnership.
MI’s Bowling Attack:
- Ashwani Kumar: 4 wickets for 41 runs
- Deepak Chahar: 2 wickets for 19 runs
- Trent Boult: 1 wicket for 23 runs
Ashwani Kumar had a dream debut for MI, taking four crucial wickets and restricting KKR to a below-par total.
Mumbai Indians Innings: A Comfortable Chase
Mumbai Indians chased down the target easily in 12.5 overs, scoring 121/2. Ryan Rickelton played a match-winning knock, ensuring MI’s victory.
Top Performers for MI:
- Ryan Rickelton: 62* runs off 41 balls
- Suryakumar Yadav: 27* runs off 9 balls
- Will Jacks: 16 runs off 17 balls
KKR’s Bowling Performance:
- Andre Russell: 2 wickets for 35 runs
- Varun Chakaravarthy: 0 wickets for 12 runs
Despite an early breakthrough from Russell, MI comfortably chased the target, thanks to solid performances from their batsmen.
Key Takeaways from MI vs KKR Match:
- Ashwani Kumar’s Dream Debut: The MI bowler picked up four wickets in his first IPL match, playing a crucial role in restricting KKR.
- Ryan Rickelton’s Match-Winning Knock: His 62-run innings ensured MI’s easy chase.
- KKR’s Batting Collapse: The team failed to build partnerships, resulting in a below-par total.
- MI’s Bowling Strength: Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, and Ashwani Kumar dominated KKR’s batting lineup.
Conclusion
Mumbai Indians registered a dominant victory over Kolkata Knight Riders in the 12th match of IPL 2025. With this win, MI has gained momentum in the tournament, while KKR needs to regroup and work on their batting performance. Stay tuned for more updates on IPL 2025.
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