RCB on Top, Rajasthan Royals Yet to Open Account

As of March 28, 2025, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) sits at the top of the points table with two wins in two games and a staggering net run rate of +2.266. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) secured a crucial win against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) to take second place, while Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals (DC) started strong with opening-match victories. Meanwhile, Rajasthan Royals (RR) are yet to register a win, placing them at the bottom of the table.

Updated IPL 2025 Points Table

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Top Performers-Most Runs, Most Wickets & More

Most Runs

• Nicholas Pooran  – 145 Runs
• Mitchell Marsh  – 124 Runs
• Travis Head  – 114 Runs
• Ishan Kishan  – 106 Runs
• Rachin Ravindra  – 106 Runs

Most Wickets

• Noor Ahmad  – 7 Wickets
• Shardul Thakur  – 6 Wickets
• Josh Hazlewood  – 5 Wickets
• Khaleel Ahmed  – 4 Wickets
• Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore  – 3 Wickets

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Most Sixes

• Nicholas Pooran  – 13 Sixes
• Shreyas Iyer – 9 Sixes
• Mitchell Marsh  – 8 Sixes

Highest Individual Scores

• Ishan Kishan  – 106 (Not Out)
• Shreyas Iyer  – 97 (Not Out)
• Quinton de Kock  – 97 Runs (Not Out)

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With more matches ahead, the points table and player rankings are bound to see shifts as teams battle for dominance in IPL 2025. Fans eagerly await the next set of clashes as the competition heats up!

Rohit Sharma was spotted having a good time during a training session before the Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Titans match of IPL 2025. Rather than a bat, this time he chose a camera and pretended to be a cameraman in a light-hearted mood.

Rohit, who is one of the most successful captains in IPL history with six titles to his name, is adored not only for his cricket abilities but also for his friendly and jovial nature. This instance captured his easygoing side and the camaraderie he shares with his teammates.

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The drill was done in the stadium nets, where the players were getting ready for the big game. Even in high-pressure situations, Rohit knows how to lighten the mood.

Mumbai Indians posted the fun moment with fans, referring to him as the "Deadly Cameraman."

Presenting the Deadly Cameraman - Rohit Sharma 🤣📸#MumbaiIndians #PlayLikeMumbai #TATAIPL #GTvMI pic.twitter.com/U0UsNixb3k

— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) March 28, 2025

IPL 2025 match 9 is between two heavyweight giants one who are 5-time title holders and another one the team who won their maiden trophy within their starting instalment. Mumbai is a grippy team with all their superstar players included and the other side Gujarat with a young team who are eager to run the show on their own. Both the teams are eager to win the game as they lost their first encounter. 
Mumbai captain Hardik Pandya will be back to the side after the completion of his one-match ban, Mumbai's last match was against their arch-rivals Csk where Mi got beaten up by 4 wickets. Same as the thing with Gujarat where they played their opening game against Punjab and lost against them while chasing it was an interesting encounter where GT lost the match by 11 runs margin only. So this match will be quite an exciting one in which to open its account in winning ways. Now it's time to see which players can perform well in this match. 

Read More: IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Titans Match 9
Top 3 Performers Who Can Outshine The Match
1 Sai Sudharshan
 The Gujarat Titans opener Sai Sudharshan is in great touch where he scored 74 runs against Punjab Kings where his team had to chase 243 runs. Sai played with an aggressive mindset which took on the chase for Gujarat Titans. He hit six sixes and  5 fours in his innings which shows the calibre of the player, he had a strike rate of 180 above which is really a good sign for Gujarat Titans. 
Sai Sudharshan has a good batting record against Mumbai where his runs speak for him for the most. His next challenge is against Mumbai Indians where he is expected to repeat the same performance. 
2  Deepak Chahar
  Deepak Chahar is an all-rounder who has been bought up by Mumbai Indians in a recent IPL auction for 9.25 crores. Earlier being part of Chennai Super Kings he provided a great performance for them it was unfortunate for Csk that they weren't able to bid for Chahar, though Mumbai picked him by their side and he has delivered them back by scoring valuable runs and taking important wickets during the chasing. 
So Fat Chahar has been impressive for Mumbai Indians and the team hopes he will deliver another big performance for them. 
3 Rohit Sharma
 Rohit Sharma has been the source of energy for Mumbai Indians and his iconic knocks have been vigilant to it. Reshaping the Mumbai team and making them a five-time champion side. Rohit has scored huge runs for them and recently he is been too high and low for the team. Recently Rohit Sharma won CT for India and has a huge stake for Mi, as he scored 75 runs in the final. 
It's depicted that Rohit may get back to his original touch as the tournament progresses for Mi. 

The Gujarat Titans (GT) vs. Mumbai Indians (MI) match is set for March 29, 2025, at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. Both teams are elated in anticipation of grabbing their first win of the season, shaping the aesthetic for this match to be even more engrossing.

Match Details – IPL 2025

• Match: Gujarat Titans (GT) vs Mumbai Indians (MI)
• Date: 29th March 2025 
• Time: 7:30 PM IST
• Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
• Live Streaming: JioStar & Star Sports Network

Also read:IPL 2025 GT vs MI : player battles to watch out

 Weather and Pitch Condition:

Weather Condition:

• The Ahmedabad forecast promises skies that are clear throughout the game, and the temperature hovering between 31 and 37 degrees guarantees no rain holdups.
• 11% (Humidity)
• No rain is predicted, ensuring an uninterrupted match.

Pitch Forecast:

• Known for its batting-rich track, the Narendra Modi Stadium is likely to produce another high-scoring game because of the expected bounce and pace, which is favorable for aggressive batting. 
• As the match shifts toward the end, spinners may get some help due to the pitch slowing down.

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Top Four Teams and Their Strengths

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has predicted the top four teams for the IPL 2025 playoffs, analyzing their strengths and key players.

He expects Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to perform well, with Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, and Noor Ahmad forming a strong spin attack. However, he raised concerns about MS Dhoni’s batting role and Devon Conway’s form.

Mumbai Indians (MI) also made his list, with Hardik Pandya’s leadership and key players like Allah Ghazanfar and Mitchell Santner. However, Pathan noted MI’s tendency to start slow could be a challenge.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) were another pick, with experienced bowlers Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and Liam Livingstone and Tim David adding strength to the middle order.

Lastly, Delhi Capitals (DC) stood out with a powerful top order featuring Jake Fraser-McGurk, Faf du Plessis, and KL Rahul, supported by a strong spin attack.

With IPL 2025 in progress, only time will tell if Pathan’s predictions come true

Mumbai Indians Stars Playfully Push Admin into the Pool

Mumbai Indians cricketers are famous for their camaraderie and light-hearted moments off the field. The other day, three of their star players Rohit Sharma, Tilak Varma, and Suryakumar Yadav wanted to play a prank on the team admin by pushing him into the pool.

The playful prank happened at the hotel of the team where the players were taking a break following a practice session. The three executed it to perfection. They started by diverting the admin's attention with a conversation. Then, before he could do anything, they picked him up and, smiling broadly, chucked him into the water.

Rohit Sharma, Tilak Varma and Suryakumar Yadav together are throwing the Mumbai Indians admin into the pool 😭🤣 pic.twitter.com/luubtrrGI4

— 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐢𝐢⁴⁵ (@rushiii_12) March 27, 2025

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All those present burst out laughing, and even the admin himself was surprised. Other players like  Hardik Pandya looked on and cheered and captured the moment on their phone. The video soon became popular among fans because it captured the lighter side of the Mumbai Indians team.

Mumbai Indians players have been close to each other always, and such sportive moments just add to the strength of their team. Both on and off the field, the team never fails to retain the spirit alive.

Mumbai Indians (MI) pacer Trent Boult of New Zealand recently treated his MI teammates to some much needed fun by trying his best to sing the popular Bollywood song "Aaja Meri Gaadi Mein Baith Jaa." The same was uploaded on March 26 by MI and went viral on social media soon.

In the video, the MI media executive holding the camera is heard instructing Boult with the iconic lyrics. The Kiwi pacer attempts to mimic, but it does not go according to plan. Rather than "Aaja meri gaadi mein baith jaa," Boult laughs and says, "Aaja Boulty ke gaadi mein baith jaa," which left everyone in stitches His attempt wasn't perfect by any means, but that is what made the experience so entertaining.

Boult tried twice to get it absolutely perfect, with his colleagues from the MI team jumping into action to guide him. Thanks to their efforts, he was almost perfect at the line, and everyone was praising him for his effort. Although his Hindi was not as perfect as everyone's, the entire team congratulated him on it, and he was graded 100 forhis effort.

Aaja Boulty ke gaadi mein baith jaa 😂⚡

100 marks for the effort! 💙#MumbaiIndians #PlayLikeMumbai pic.twitter.com/39pGtlovYO

— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) March 26, 2025

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The light-hearted exchange reveals a gentle side of the normally stern cricketer. Boult is known to be calm and fiery on the field, but off the field his jovial side makes him likable. Fans of the IPL team and cricket overall absolutely adored the video, which captures the New Zealand cricketer attempting to bond with his Indian teammates and fans in the most comedic fashion.

The video is now a viral sensation, again reflecting that Boult knows how to make his team laugh and smile, and thus it is a time to be remembered for all.

A Mother's Love: Vignesh Puthur's First Wicket and His Mom's Priceless Reaction

Cricket is more than a game; it is an emotional experience with dedicated effort, sacrifices, and memories that one cannot wipe out of memory. For Vignesh Puthur, his first wicket was a dream he made a reality, but what made it even sweeter and memorable was his mother's naivety and priceless reaction.
The Emotional Moment
The moment Vignesh Puthur took his first wicket, there was celebration all across the ground. But the real magic lay elsewhere, on the ground where his mother sat anxiously. The moment he took the wicket, her eyes lit up with happiness, pride, and sheer emotion. Her response was pure love—her eyes welled up with tears of happiness as she cheered for her son.

Vignesh Puthur's mom when he took his first wicket.. This is best video of this IPL.. Anyone mother's happy we men are happy ❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/uDRoeibDZq

— Gareebchacha (@gareebchacha) March 26, 2025

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A Reflection of Sacrifice and Support
Behind each successful sportsperson is a family that has sacrificed, encouraged, and believed in them through every peak and trough.
Vignesh's mother was not different. From his days playing cricket to his first class debut, she accompanied him, providing him with the encouragement and the guts to pursue his dreams. Her response had nothing to do with the wicket—it was about years of labor, hardship, and trust finally paying off.

The IPL 2025 weekend smashed all the viewership records and gave us an idea of how much each and every individual loves the tournament.

Viwership Details:

• 25.3 Crore watched on Star Sports.
• 137 Crore watch on JioHotstar, a clear indicator of the growing trend of online watching.
• Total 5000 Crore minutes were spent by fans watching the matches, an indication of how much is being followed.

One of the major highlights of the weekend was Chennai Super Kings (CSK) vs Mumbai Indians (MI) on March 23, 2025.The game was awaited with great anticipation due to the rivalry between the teams as well as between the two star players. The result was gripping, and it was also one of the season's most-watched games.

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The weekend was not merely about the numbers alone; it also witnessed wonderfull performances by players such as the likes of MS Dhoni (CSK) and Rohit Sharma (MI). The game was filled with plenty of thrill and excitement for the audience.

Record-breaking viewer ratings show the manner in which IPL just seems to grow and grow each year. The opening weekend alone is proof that the tournament is a humongous component of world and Indian cricket culture. With even more nail-biting games to look forward to, the fans hardly have the patience to find out how the season turns out. The competition level will be stepped up with each round that passes, and the audience will be stuck to the TV sets. IPL 2025 will definitely be one of the best seasons so far.