IPL 2025 RCB vs MI Full Match Review Highlights Scorecard Key Moments
The IPL 2025 season has been delivering thrilling encounters and the match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Mumbai Indians (MI) on April 7 2025 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai was no exception. Both teams showcased exceptional talent making it a memorable game for fans.
Match Overview
Wankhede Stadium Mumbai, April 7 2025,RCB won by 12 runs, Player of the Match Rajat Patidar.
Toss and First Innings RCB Batting Performance
Mumbai Indians won the toss and elected to field first inviting RCB to set the target. RCB innings was marked by aggressive batting and strategic partnerships.
RCB Batting Highlights:-
- Virat Kohli 67 runs off 42 balls (8 fours 2 sixes)
- Rajat Patidar 64 runs off 32 balls (5 fours 4 sixes)
- Devdutt Padikkal 37 runs off 22 balls (2 fours 3 sixes)
- Josh Philippe 40 runs off 19 balls (2 fours 4 sixes)
RCB concluded their innings at 221/5 in 20 overs setting a formidable target for MI.
MI Bowling Performance
Mumbai Indians bowlers faced a challenging task against RCB strong batting lineup. Despite their efforts they could not significantly stem the flow of runs.
Key MI Bowlers:-
- Hardik Pandya 2 wickets for 45 runs in 4 overs
- Trent Boult 2 wickets for 57 runs in 4 overs
The bowlers struggled to contain RCB aggressive batting leading to a high target.
Second Innings MI Run Chase
Chasing a target of 222 Mumbai Indians needed a solid start and consistent partnerships. Despite some notable performances they fell short.
MI Batting Highlights:-
- Tilak Varma 56 runs off 34 balls (4 fours 3 sixes)
- Hardik Pandya 42 runs off 15 balls (3 fours 4 sixes)
- Suryakumar Yadav 34 runs off 20 balls (3 fours 2 sixes)
MI managed to score 209/9 in 20 overs falling short by 12 runs.
Player of the Match Rajat Patidar
Rajat Patidar was awarded the Player of the Match for his outstanding innings of 64 runs off 32 balls. His aggressive batting in the middle overs provided the momentum RCB needed to post a challenging total.
Key Moments and Turning Points
- Kohli and Padikkal Partnership: Their 74 run stand set a solid foundation for RCB.
- Patidar Aggression: His quickfire 64 accelerated RCB run rate in the middle overs.
- Hardik Pandya Late Surge: His 42 off 15 balls brought MI close but was not enough to secure a win.
- RCB Death Bowling: Effective bowling in the final overs restricted MI chase securing the victory.
IPL 2025 Points Table Update
With this win RCB strengthened their position in the top half of the points table while MI faced a setback in their campaign.
Match Stats and Scorecard Summary
Royal Challengers Bengaluru 221/5 (20 overs)
- Virat Kohli: 67 (42)
- Rajat Patidar: 64 (32)
- Devdutt Padikkal: 37 (22)
Bowling Highlights:
- Hardik Pandya: 2/45
- Trent Boult: 2/57
Mumbai Indians 209/9 (20 overs)
- Tilak Varma: 56 (34)
- Hardik Pandya: 42 (15)
- Suryakumar Yadav: 34 (20)
Bowling Highlights:
- Krunal Pandya: 4/36
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