The most recent clash between the Mumbai Indians (MI) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in IPL 2024 was a thrilling encounter, with MI securing a commanding 7-wicket win at the Wankhede Stadium. RCB opted to bat first and put up a competitive score of 196/8 in their allotted 20 overs.
The innings began on a steady note with Faf du Plessis showcasing his skill and composure, scoring 61 off 40 balls. Rajat Patidar followed up with a fiery 50 off just 26 balls, injecting momentum into the middle overs. Towards the end, Dinesh Karthik unleashed his finishing abilities, smashing an unbeaten 53 off merely 23 balls, propelling RCB to a challenging total.
Jasprit Bumrah was the standout bowler for MI, delivering a stunning spell of 5/21, which included crucial breakthroughs at pivotal moments.
Last MI vs RCB IPL match
In their chase, MI’s batting lineup was relentless and precise. Ishan Kishan was the star of the show, hammering a sensational 69 off just 34 deliveries, setting the tone for the innings. Rohit Sharma complemented Kishan with a brisk knock of 38 off 24 balls, ensuring MI maintained a strong run rate.
The partnership between the openers built a solid foundation for the chase. As the innings progressed, Suryakumar Yadav dazzled with his explosive batting, producing 52 runs off just 19 balls. His aggressive stroke play decimated the RCB bowling attack and made the target appear far less daunting. MI completed the chase in just 15.1 overs, a testament to their batting depth and dominance.
RCB’s bowlers struggled to contain the relentless MI batting lineup, despite the efforts of Mohammed Siraj and Josh Hazlewood, who managed some economical spells but couldn’t turn the tide. The match was a display of MI’s superiority in all departments, with Bumrah’s brilliance and the top-order’s firepower steering them to a resounding victory.
