In the IPL 2025 match on April 7 at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) by 12 runs. RCB posted a total of 221/5 in their 20 overs, with significant contributions from Virat Kohli, who scored 67 off 42 balls, and Rajat Patidar, who earned the Player of the Match award with 64 off 32 balls.
In response, MI managed 209/9 in their 20 overs. Tilak Varma top-scored with 56 off 29 balls, and Hardik Pandya added a quick 42 off 15 balls. For RCB, Krunal Pandya was the standout bowler, taking 4 wickets for 45 runs.
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In the IPL 2025 match on April 7 at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) by 12 runs. RCB posted a total of 221/5 in their 20 overs, with significant contributions from Virat Kohli, who scored 67 off 42 balls, and Rajat Patidar, who earned the Player of the Match award with 64 off 32 balls.
In response, MI managed 209/9 in their 20 overs. Tilak Varma top-scored with 56 off 29 balls, and Hardik Pandya added a quick 42 off 15 balls. For RCB, Krunal Pandya was the standout bowler, taking 4 wickets for 45 runs.
Key Performers – RCB (Royal Challengers Bengaluru):
🧔♂️ Virat Kohli – 67 runs (42 balls)
- Anchored the innings with a classy knock.
- Hit crisp boundaries and timed his innings beautifully.
- Played the role of a stabilizer and aggressor as needed.
Rajat Patidar – 64 runs (32 balls)
- Player of the Match
- Came in and provided the momentum with a flurry of boundaries and sixes.
- Took on MI’s bowling attack, especially in the middle overs.
Krunal Pandya – 4 wickets for 45 runs
- Bowled key overs, breaking partnerships.
- Managed to dismiss set batters at crucial moments.
- His spell turned the tide during MI’s chase.
Key Performers – MI (Mumbai Indians):
🧑🎯 Tilak Varma – 56 runs (29 balls)
- Played a fearless knock, counter-attacking under pressure.
- Looked solid but lacked support from the other end.
⚡ Hardik Pandya – 42 runs (15 balls)
- Came in late and almost took MI close.
- Smashed some big hits, but couldn’t finish the job.
Summary:
- RCB Total: 221/5 in 20 overs
- MI Total: 209/9 in 20 overs
- Result: RCB won by 12 runs
- Player of the Match: Rajat Patidar