MI vs DC: Mumbai Indians clinch last playoff berth, Delhi Capitals crash out

Mumbai Indians delivered a clinical performance on Wednesday at the Wankhede Stadium, securing a comprehensive 59-run victory over Delhi Capitals to seal the fourth and final playoff spot in IPL 2025. With this decisive result, Delhi`s campaign came to a disappointing end, as they were officially eliminated from the tournament.

After being asked to bat first, Mumbai posted a competitive total of 180 for 5 in their 20 overs, largely built around a stellar innings from Suryakumar Yadav. The flamboyant right-hander anchored the MI innings with an unbeaten 73 off just 43 deliveries, peppering the boundary with seven fours and clearing it four times with elegant sixes. Despite regular setbacks at the other end, Suryakumar held firm, expertly accelerating at the death to propel Mumbai to a defendable score.

The Delhi bowling attack had its moments but lacked consistency. Mukesh Kumar picked up two wickets but proved expensive, conceding 48 runs from his four overs. Kuldeep Yadav and Mustafizur Rahman chipped in with economical spells, but none could halt Suryakumar’s flow in the latter stages.

Delhi`s woes were compounded before the match even began, as regular skipper Axar Patel was ruled out due to illness. His absence proved costly, with stand-in captain Faf du Plessis struggling to inspire a side that looked disjointed and under pressure throughout the evening.

In response, Delhi Capitals faltered early in the chase, losing wickets in clusters during the powerplay. Mumbai’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah struck twice with his trademark variations and clinical execution, dismantling DC’s top and middle order. He finished with exceptional figures, showcasing once again why he`s regarded as one of the most lethal bowlers in T20 cricket.

Delhi never looked in contention, with no batter able to withstand Mumbai’s disciplined bowling. The Capitals were eventually bowled out well short of the target, underlining the gulf in execution between the two sides on the night.

MI vs DC live updates: Full squads

Mumbai Indians: Hardik Pandya (c), Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Robin Minz (wk), Ryan Rickelton (wk), Shrijith Krishnan (wk), Bevon Jacobs, Tilak Varma, Naman Dhir, Will Jacks, Mitchell Santner, Raj Angad Bawa, Raghu Kumar, Corbin Bosch, Trent Boult, Karn Sharma, Deepak Chahar, Ashwani Kumar, Reece Topley, VS Penmetsa, Arjun Tendulkar, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Jasprit Bumrah.

Delhi Capitals: Axar Patel (c), Mustafizur Rahman, Abhishek Porel (wk), Karun Nair, KL Rahul (wk), Tristan Stubbs (wk), Ashutosh Sharma, Vipraj Nigam, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohit Sharma, Mukesh Kumar, Sameer Rizvi, Darshan Nalkande, Tripurana Vijay, Dushmantha Chameera, Faf du Plessis, T Natarajan, Ajay Jadav Mandal, Manvanth Kumar L, Madhav Tiwari

MI vs DC live updates: Toss update

Delhi Capitals stand-in skipper Faf du Plessis won the toss and elected to bowl against Mumbai Indians in a must-win IPL game here on Wednesday.

MI vs DC live updates: Playing XIs

Mumbai Indians: Ryan Rickelton(w), Rohit Sharma, Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya(c), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah

Delhi Capitals: Faf du Plessis(c), Abishek Porel(w), Sameer Rizvi, Ashutosh Sharma, Tristan Stubbs, Dushmantha Chameera, Vipraj Nigam, Madhav Tiwari, Kuldeep Yadav, Mustafizur Rahman, Mukesh Kumar

MI vs DC live updates: Match begins!

Delhi Capitals` innings came to a close at 121 in 18.2 overs as Jasprit Bumrah delivered the final blow by castling Mustafizur Rahman. With that wicket, Delhi became the sixth and final team to be knocked out of IPL 2025, while Mumbai Indians secured the fourth and final playoff berth in emphatic style

DC: 121 (18.2)

Jasprit Bumrah strikes again, and this one’s a masterpiece! A pinpoint slower yorker completely outfoxes IPL debutant Madhav Tiwari, who departs for just 3. It’s Bumrah at his deceptive best, blending precision with guile to dismantle yet another batter. The seasoned pacer continues to showcase why he’s one of the finest in the business. With Delhi now eight down, their hopes have all but evaporated, this match firmly belongs to Mumbai!

DC 110/8 (16)

Jasprit Bumrah enters the attack, and delivers instantly. Tristan Stubbs is trapped plumb in front as the crafty slower delivery deceives him completely. The ball grips off the surface, underscoring how challenging this pitch is for batting. Mumbai Indians are firmly in control, dismantling the Capitals with clinical precision. Stubbs rolled the dice with a review, but even DRS couldn’t overturn the inevitable

DC 65/5 (9.2)

Abishek Porel falls to sharp glovework from Ryan Rickelton. The stumping was lightning-fast as Will Jacks picks up a crucial wicket. Delhi Capitals are sinking deeper into trouble, and Mumbai Indians are firmly in control of this contest.

DC: 27/3 (4.2)

Trent Boult delivers a big blow. Centurion KL Rahul has to walk back early. A massive breakthrough for Mumbai Indians, and the Wankhede crowd erupts in celebration! MI are right on top in this crucial clash.

DC: 20/2 (2.4)

Delhi Capitals suffer an early setback as stand-in skipper Faf du Plessis departs for just six runs. Deepak Chahar strikes with a crucial breakthrough, drawing first blood in this high-stakes contest.

DC: 12/1 (1.4)

Delhi Capitals are off to a steady start, collecting 10 runs from the opening over. Both KL Rahul and Faf du Plessis opened their accounts with a boundary each, laying a calm yet confident foundation for the chase.

DC: 10/0 (1)

Suryakumar Yadav kicks off the 19th over with a towering six, bringing up a stylish half-century! This is his fourth fifty of the IPL 2025 season. With Naman Dhir now joining him at the crease, SKY will aim to anchor the innings till the final ball.

MI: 139/5 (18.2)

Chameera strikes with a brilliantly disguised leg-cutter to dismiss Hardik Pandya! It was full and wide outside off with little pace on offer. Pandya, attempting to loft it over long-off, couldn’t generate the power and pays the price

MI: 126/5 (17)

Mukesh Kumar claimed his second wicket of the match by dismissing Tilak Varma, who went for a big hit over the leg side but was caught out. Naman Dhir now strides confidently to the crease, ready to take charge.

MI: 114/4 (15)

The Wankhede pitch is noticeably dry today, offering significant assistance to the spinners. In such conditions, a total around 170-180 runs would be a competitive target for Mumbai to defend.

Despite having seven wickets in hand, Mumbai`s batting lineup has yet to unleash its full attacking prowess. Both Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma remain at the crease, but their approach so far lacks the urgency and intent needed to accelerate the innings.

MI: 108/3 (14)

12 overs are done and the contest still remains delicately poised, with Delhi Capitals holding a slight edge at this stage. Suryakumar Yadav is batting cautiously on 18 off 15 deliveries, while Tilak Varma appears more settled, cruising along confidently with 22 off 19 balls.

Meanwhile, Delhi will be keen to break this partnership before the 15th over and regain momentum. A timely breakthrough here could swing the tide firmly in their favour. The middle phase of this innings promises to be crucial in shaping the outcome of this must-win clash.

MI: 95/3 (12)

Mukesh Kumar put down a costly chance to dismiss Suryakumar Yadav, but Kuldeep Yadav struck immediately after, claiming his first wicket of the match by removing Ryan Rickelton on the very next delivery. Momentum has firmly shifted in Delhi`s favour, and Mumbai Indians now find themselves in desperate need of a stabilising presence at the crease

MI: 58/3 (6.4)

Will Jacks falls now as Mukesh Kumar strikes, giving Delhi their second breakthrough. Mumbai have managed a brisk 54 runs during the Powerplay, but the loss of two key wickets has shifted the momentum slightly in Delhi’s favour. 

MI: 48/2 (5.3)

Rohit Sharma departs for just five after a sensational catch by Abhishek Porel behind the stumps. Mustafizur Rahman produced a peach of a delivery that shaped away late, finding the thick outside edge of Rohit’s bat. Porel reacted sharply to complete a stunning take. Will Jacks now joins Rickelton at the crease as Mumbai lose their first wicket.

MI: 25/1 (3.0)

Ryan Rickelton unleashes a fiery assault in the second over. Dushmantha Chameera entered the attack but was met with brutal resistance, as Rickelton dispatched him for two towering sixes that lit up the Wankhede. Mumbai Indians are off to a commanding start, asserting early dominance with the bat.

MI: 22/0 after 2 overs

This article first appeared on Mid Day