Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings, Match 29 - Live Cricket Score
Indian Premier League, 2024 | 14 Apr 2024, Sun, 7:30 PM IST | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
CSK
206/4 (20 ov)
MI
186/6 (20 ov)
Player of the Match: Matheesha Pathirana
POTM MATHEESHA PATHIRANA SAID:
"When we were bowling in the powerplay, I was pretty nervous. I was told to keep it calm an do my thing, that gave me the confidence today. I don't think too much about results, just concerned with my execution. If I execute, I will get my rewards. Sometimes I have to change my plans depending on the batters. I was struggling with a bit of a niggle for two weeks, but the support staff all backed me and that's been the main reason for my form," Pathirana said.
WINNING SKIPPER RUTURAJ GAIKWAD SAID:
"The young wicketkeeper scoring those three sixes helped us a lot, that proved to be the difference. We needed those 10-15 extra runs for this kind of venue. In the middle phase, Bumrah bowled really well. I feel we were spot on with our execution with the ball despite them scoring some great shots. I would have taken 6 overs 60 at the powerplay. You need to be on the mark with bowling and batting at this venue. Our Malinga bowled really well today, he nailed those yorkers. Not to forget, Tushar and Shardul also did well. I think we need to keep it simple, encourage all to be in a good headspace and continue the same way. Jinks was carrying a bit of a niggle, so thought it was better for him to open. I'm fine batting anywhere, plus it is the added responsibility as the team captain," Gaikwad said.
Losing skipper Hardik Pandya said:
"It (target) was definitely gettable, but they bowled pretty well. Pathirana was the difference. They were smart with the plans and their approach. They got the hang of it, there's a man behind the stumps (Dhoni) who tells them what's working, that helps. It (pitch) was holding up a bit and getting difficult. It was about batting well and keeping the intent. We were going quite well (in the run chase) till Pathirana came into the attack and took those two wickets. It was about what is best at that time, we could have done something different. I like to play percentage cricket, it would have been difficult for him (Dube) against seamers rather than spin. We are on the road for the next four games, need to play good cricket, need to keep the intensity high," Hardik said.
CSK BEAT MI BY 20 RUNS
Comfortable win for CSK in the end. They defeated MI by 20 runs and registered their first win away from home this season. Rohit's century on the other hand went in vain.
CENTURY FOR ROHIT SHARMA!
Rohit Sharma completed his half-century in 61 deliveries. No celebration from the Hitman.
34 runs needed off six
Impossible? Yes. As simple as that.
Just six runs off the over
MI are 160/6 after 18 overs.
WREAKED THROUGH THE DEFENCE
Matheesha Pathirana picked up the wicket of dangerous Romario Shepherd, who departed for one. Pathrana cleaned him up as MI are 157/6.
53 runs needed in 3 overs
19 runs off the over. The game is building for a thrilling finish as MI are 154/5 after 17 overs.
Tim David departs
After hitting two sixes, David tried to clear the ropes again but this time it went straight to Rachin Ravindra. Mustafizur struck as MI are 148/5
6,WD,6
Tim David show begins.
Just three runs off the over
Brilliant over from Deshpande. MI are 135/4 after 16 overs. They need something magical to turn things around.
GONEEEE!
Hardik Pandya departed after scoring two runs off six deliveries. Tushar Deshpande picked up the wicket as MI are 134/4
Hardik Pandya struggles
MI skipper Hardik Pandya struggled in the over as only two runs were scored in Shardul's over. MI are 132/3 after 15 overs.
Tilak Varma departs!
Shardul Thakur picked up a good catch to send Tilak Varma back to the pavilion. The youngster made 31 runs off 20 deliveries as MI are 130/3