In the 63rd match of IPL 2025, Mumbai Indians decisively defeated Delhi Capitals by 59 runs, securing their place in the playoffs. This victory was largely attributed to Mumbai's star batsman, Suryakumar Yadav, who played a magnificent 73-run innings, equaling a significant world record in T20 cricket.
Sports News: Mumbai Indians secured their playoff berth by defeating Delhi Capitals by 59 runs at the Wankhede Stadium in the 63rd encounter of IPL 2025. Mumbai's star batsman, Suryakumar Yadav, played a crucial role in this victory. He played a blistering 73-run knock, which included 7 sixes and 4 fours.
During his exceptional innings, Suryakumar not only secured the team's win but also equalled a world record in T20 cricket. He was named Player of the Match for this performance. Furthermore, he surpassed a significant record previously held by the legendary Sachin Tendulkar.
Suryakumar Yadav's T20 Masterclass
In the match between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals at the Wankhede Stadium, Surya played a stunning 73-run innings, hitting 7 sixes and 4 fours. With this innings, he achieved the record of scoring 25 or more runs in 13 consecutive T20 innings. This record was previously held by South African batsman Temba Bavuma, who achieved this feat in 2019-20.
Suryakumar Yadav's achievement reflects his consistency and outstanding form. In the current season, he has scored 583 runs at an average of 72 in 13 matches, an incredibly impressive feat for any batsman. His strike rate is also 170.46, indicating his rapid run scoring and his ability to play match-winning innings for his team.
Surya Surpasses Sachin for Mumbai
Suryakumar Yadav not only significantly contributed to the team's batting success but also emerged as the leading Player of the Match award winner for Mumbai Indians. By winning the Player of the Match award in this game, he broke Sachin Tendulkar's record for the most Player of the Match awards won for Mumbai Indians.
So far, Surya has won the Player of the Match award 9 times, while Sachin Tendulkar won it 8 times for Mumbai Indians. This record is evidence of Suryakumar's emergence as a key player in Mumbai Indians' success story.
Mumbai Indians' Top Players and Their Records
In the history of Mumbai Indians, the record for the most Player of the Match awards is held by Rohit Sharma, who has won this award 17 times. This is followed by Kieron Pollard with 14, Jasprit Bumrah with 10, and Suryakumar Yadav with 9. Sachin Tendulkar won the award 8 times, Ambati Rayudu 7 times, and Harbhajan Singh, Lasith Malinga, and Hardik Pandya each won it 6 times.
- Rohit Sharma - 17 times
- Kieron Pollard - 14 times
- Jasprit Bumrah - 10 times
- Suryakumar Yadav - 9 times
- Sachin Tendulkar - 8 times
- Ambati Rayudu - 7 times
- Harbhajan Singh - 6 times
- Lasith Malinga - 6 times
- Hardik Pandya - 6 times
