RCB managed to keep their composure to defeat the MI in a thrilling match. Mumbai was edged out by 12 runs in this extraordinary match which was filled with boundaries. RCB secured an important victory with superb batting from Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar while taking care of the disciplined bowling in the final overs of the innings.With this victory, RCB have climbed to third place on the points table, while MI have slipped to eighth. So far in IPL 2025, RCB have won three out of their four matches, showcasing strong form, whereas MI have managed just one win from their five games in the tournament.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Innings

RCB scored a strong 221 runs for 5 in 20 overs against MI, who chose to bowl first. Virat Kohli scored a classy 67 runs off 42 balls, setting things up nicely, before Rajat Patidar added a rapid 64 runs off 32 balls, along with an unbeaten 40 runs off 19 by Jitesh Sharma, which helped RCB achieve the mammoth total. Phil Salt went early for 4 runs, and Liam Livingstone fell for a duck, but RCB made a strong comeback. Trent Boult (2/57) and Hardik Pandya (2/45) took some, but Jasprit Bumrah was too expensive with 0/21 and conceding runs in the death overs where RCB scored 78 runs, which left MI with a difficult chase under difficult dew conditions.

Finally, RCB has broken their Jinx 🥵

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Mumbai Indians (MI) Innings

Mumbai Indians managed to score 209 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in 20 overs, while trying to meet the required target of 222. MI was kept in the chase in the middle overs with a brisk 56 from 29 balls by Tilak Varma. Hardik Pandya was sensational later on in the innings, scoring a blistering 42 runs from just 15 balls, while Suryakumar Yadav chipped in with 28 runs off 26 balls. However, timely wickets took a toll on the chase. Krunal Pandya from RCB was remarkable, taking 4 wickets for 45 runs, while Josh Hazlewood and Yash Dayal helped RCB clinch the match with 2 wickets each.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched another impressive victory in IPL 2025 as they defeated Mumbai Indians in their backyard pic.twitter.com/2zMingTXdf

— CricTracker (@Cricketracker) April 7, 2025

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Post-Match Reactions - MI vs RCB

Krunal Pandya (RCB): "It was always going to be one of us winning. Hardik batted well, but I'm glad we came out on top. With Santner at the crease and the short leg-side boundary, I used my experience and played with a clear plan."

Hardik Pandya (MI Captain): "It was a hit-fest and we were just two hits short. The bowlers struggled on this pitch, but I am not going to be too hard on them. Tilak was exceptional, particularly after suffering a hit prior to the match. Powerplays and death overs proved to be the difference. Delighted to have Bumrah back."

Rajat Patidar (RCB Captain & Player of the Match): "It was a hard-fought game and credit to our bowling unit. It is not easy to defend here, but they played flawlessly. Special credit to Krunal for bowling an exceptional last over in pressure."

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Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Match Scorecard

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Innings – 221/5 (20 Overs)

Mumbai Indians Innings – 209/9 (20 Overs)