IPL 2025 Match 33, MI vs SRH – Match Report

In IPL 2025 Match 33 MI vs SRH, Mumbai Indians delivered a dominant performance, securing two vital points with a commanding four-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Wankhede Stadium. Under the leadership of Hardik Pandya, MI showcased an all-round clinical display to overpower Pat Cummins’ SRH on their home ground.

MI’s Bowlers Set the Tone

The Mumbai bowlers set the foundation for their win by restricting SRH to a modest total of 162/5. The pace attack of Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar, and Will Jacks each took two wickets, while Jasprit Bumrah and captain Hardik Pandya chipped in with a wicket apiece, consistently applying pressure throughout SRH’s innings.

Rohit’s Early Assault and Middle Overs Control

MI’s chase of 163 got off to a strong start with Rohit Sharma, playing as an impact player, taking on the SRH bowlers. He struck two massive sixes off Mohammad Shami in the second over, including a trademark pull over square leg. Rohit continued his charge with another maximum off Pat Cummins before being dismissed for a brisk 26 off 16, thanks to a good delivery from Cummins.

MI finished the powerplay at 55/1, with Ryan Rickelton and Will Jacks playing their part. Rickelton was fortunate to be reprieved in the 7th over due to a no-ball call but couldn’t make much of the opportunity, falling to Harshal Patel for 22 (19) after hitting two quick boundaries.

Suryakumar Yadav and Will Jacks’ Middle Overs Power Play

In the middle overs, Suryakumar Yadav and Jacks took control, attacking the SRH spinners and ensuring the scoreboard kept ticking. Surya’s innovative wristwork dazzled the crowd, while Jacks played some spectacular shots. However, Cummins returned to break the partnership, removing both Surya (26 off 15) and Jacks (36 off 15) in consecutive overs, finishing with impressive figures of 3/26.

Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya Complete the Chase

With only a few runs remaining, Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya steadied the chase. Despite a minor scare in the 18th over, Tilak’s composed knock of 21 (17) guided MI to a six-wicket win, sealing it with a boundary. Will Jacks was named Player of the Match for his all-round brilliance.

SRH’s Struggles with the Bat

Opting to bat first, SRH survived an early scare when Abhishek Sharma was dropped off the first ball by Will Jacks, who missed a sharp chance off Deepak Chahar. Despite the reprieve, MI’s opening bowlers kept the pressure high, restricting both SRH openers. Abhishek found his groove with three boundaries off Chahar in the 5th over, helping SRH reach 46/0 at the end of the powerplay.

However, Abhishek’s luck ran out when he was dismissed for 40 (28), caught at deep point by substitute fielder Raj Bawa off Hardik Pandya. MI tightened the screws further as Ishan Kishan fell to Jacks, and Head departed soon after for 28 (29), leaving SRH at 75/2 at the halfway stage.

Late Recovery from Klaasen and Verma

Nitish Reddy and Heinrich Klaasen tried to revive SRH’s innings with a brief partnership, but the momentum was soon halted when Trent Boult removed Reddy for 19 (21). Klaasen played a late cameo, scoring 37 off 28 balls, including a 19-run over off Chahar, before being dismissed by Bumrah.

Aniket Verma’s quickfire 18* off 8 balls, including two sixes in the final over off Pandya, lifted SRH to a fighting total of 162/5.

Final Thoughts

MI’s well-rounded performance in both departments ensured their victory in IPL 2025 Match 33. The bowlers restricted SRH, while the chase was controlled by solid batting performances, especially from Rohit, Surya, and Jacks. With this win, Mumbai Indians keep their playoff hopes alive as they head into the next challenge.