Mumbai Indians’ Thrilling 4-Wicket Win, Will Jacks Shines – Highlights, Scoreboard & Fun Facts

Mumbai Indians Triumph Over Sunrisers Hyderabad in a Thrilling 4-Wicket Victory in match 33

Mumbai Indians’ Thrilling 4-Wicket Win, Will Jacks Shines

On April 17, 2025, the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai hosted the 33rd match of IPL 2025. Mumbai Indians (MI) clinched a nail-biting 4-wicket win against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). This victory was a lifeline for MI, keeping their playoff hopes alive. Both teams were in a tough spot, with only two wins from six matches, making this clash a must-win. Let’s dive into the match highlights, scoreboard, Player of the Match, and some fascinating facts that made this game unforgettable.

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Match Overview

MI won the toss and opted to bowl first, a decision that paid off given the Wankhede pitch’s unexpected slowness and the dew factor later in the game. SRH posted 162/5 in their 20 overs. In response, MI chased down the target, scoring 166/6 in 18.1 overs. Will Jacks’ all-round brilliance was the heartbeat of this victory.

Scoreboard

Sunrisers Hyderabad Innings (162/5, 20 Overs)

• Abhishek Sharma: 40 runs (28 balls, 7 fours)
• Travis Head: 28 runs (29 balls, 3 fours)
• Heinrich Klaasen: 37 runs (28 balls, 3 fours, 2 sixes)
• Nitish Kumar Reddy: 19 runs (21 balls, 1 four)
• Aniket Verma: 18* runs (8 balls, 2 sixes)
• Pat Cummins: 8* runs (4 balls, 1 six)
• Extras: 10 (Wides: 8, Byes: 1, No-ball: 1)

Bowling (MI):

• Will Jacks: 3 overs, 14 runs, 2 wickets
• Jasprit Bumrah: 4 overs, 21 runs, 1 wicket
• Trent Boult: 4 overs, 29 runs, 1 wicket
• Hardik Pandya: 4 overs, 42 runs, 1 wicket
• Deepak Chahar: 4 overs, 47 runs, 0 wickets
• Mitchell Santner: 1 over, 8 runs, 0 wickets

Mumbai Indians Innings (166/6, 18.1 Overs)

• Rohit Sharma: 26 runs (16 balls, 3 sixes)
• Ryan Rickelton: 31 runs (23 balls, 5 fours)
• Will Jacks: 36 runs (26 balls, 3 fours, 2 sixes)
• Suryakumar Yadav: 26 runs (15 balls, 2 fours, 2 sixes)
• Tilak Varma: 21* runs (17 balls, 2 fours)
• Hardik Pandya: 21 runs (9 balls, 3 fours, 1 six)
• Naman Dhir: 0 runs (3 balls)
• Mitchell Santner: 0* runs (1 ball)
• Extras: 5 (Wides: 3, Leg-byes: 1, No-ball: 1)

Bowling (SRH):

• Pat Cummins: 4 overs, 26 runs, 3 wickets
• Harshal Patel: 3 overs, 31 runs, 1 wicket
• Mohammad Shami: 3 overs, 28 runs, 0 wickets
• Ishan Malinga: 4 overs, 36 runs, 2 wickets
• Zeeshan Ansari: 3.1 overs, 35 runs, 0 wickets
• Rahul Chahar: 1 over, 9 runs, 0 wickets

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Player of the Match

Will Jacks was named Player of the Match for his sensational all-round performance. With the ball, he bowled 3 tight overs, conceding just 14 runs and picking up two crucial wickets (Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head). With the bat, his 36 runs off 26 balls provided the stability MI needed to chase the target.

Exciting and Fun Facts

1. Wankhede’s Surprise Slow Track: Known as a batting paradise, Wankhede threw a curveball with a sluggish pitch. MI’s bowlers capitalized, delivering 39 dot balls to keep SRH under pressure.
2. Klaasen’s Late Fireworks: SRH were struggling at 115/4 after 17 overs, but Heinrich Klaasen smashed 21 runs (2 fours, 2 sixes) off Deepak Chahar’s 18th over. Jasprit Bumrah, however, ended his blitz with a pinpoint yorker on the first ball of the next over.
3. Aniket Verma’s Cameo: Youngster Aniket Verma turned heads with an unbeaten 18 off 8 balls, including two massive sixes off Hardik Pandya in the final over, pushing SRH past 160.
4. Rohit’s Milestone Six: Rohit Sharma’s first six in his 26-run knock marked his 100th IPL six at Wankhede and his 149th for MI, a testament to his love affair with the stadium.
5. Travis Head’s Rare Struggle: Known for his explosive starts, Travis Head laboured to 28 runs off 29 balls—one of his slowest IPL knocks. A no-ball reprieve from Hardik Pandya didn’t help him capitalize.
6. Bumrah’s Brilliance: Back from injury, Jasprit Bumrah was at his lethal best, conceding just 21 runs in 4 overs and dismissing Klaasen to prevent SRH from posting a daunting total.
7. MI’s Back-to-Back Wins: This marked MI’s second consecutive victory in IPL 2025, lifting them from seventh in the points table. SRH, meanwhile, stayed stuck in ninth.
8. Cummins’ All-Round Grit: SRH skipper Pat Cummins led from the front, claiming 3 wickets (Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Naman Dhir) and chipping in with an unbeaten 8 off 4 balls.
9. Impact Player Tactics: MI used Rohit Sharma as their Impact Player, while SRH brought in Rahul Chahar for bowling duties, adding strategic depth to the game.

Turning Point

The game’s momentum shifted with Will Jacks’ bowling spell. By removing Abhishek Sharma (40) and Travis Head (28), he broke SRH’s opening stand and restricted their scoring. His economical spell set a manageable target. Later, his 36-run knock steadied MI’s chase, paving the way for Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma to seal the deal.

Final Thoughts

This Wankhede showdown was a rollercoaster of skill and strategy. Mumbai Indians shone with both bat and ball, while SRH’s batters couldn’t quite find their rhythm. Will Jacks emerged as the game-changer, proving his worth with a match-defining performance. As IPL 2025 hits its mid-season stride, this win could be a turning point for MI’s campaign.

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