In the thrilling encounter of IPL 2025, match number 12 between the Mumbai Indians (MI) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), MI’s captain Hardik Pandya won the toss and opted to bowl first. This decision came as no surprise given MI’s desperate need for a victory after two consecutive losses. The match took place at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, where the atmosphere was electric as fans gathered to witness their favourite teams battle it out.
Trent Boult stunning yorker sends Sunil Narine packing
As the match commenced, Trent Boult, the left-arm fast bowler for MI, made an immediate impact. In just the fourth delivery of the innings, he bowled a sensational out swinging yorker that left KKR’s Sunil Narine bewildered. The ball started on leg stump and swung away sharply, sneaking past Narine’s bat as he attempted to defend it. The result was devastating; the middle stump was shattered, and Narine was sent back to the pavilion without scoring a run—out for a duck on just his second ball faced.
This dismissal was not just a regular wicket; it was a statement from Boult, showcasing his skill and precision. The delivery was perfectly executed, targeting the blockhole with impeccable timing and movement. As Narine gave himself room to play a shot, he misjudged the line and length of Boult’s delivery, resulting in an early breakthrough for MI. Boult’s ability to strike in the first over set the tone for MI’s bowling attack and provided them with much-needed momentum in a match where they were seeking redemption.
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KKR collapse in the start of the innings
As of now, KKR find themselves in a precarious situation following Narine’s dismissal, MI’s bowlers are capitalizing on the early pressure. Deepak Chahar also joined in on the action by dismissing Quinton de Kock shortly after Narine’s exit, leaving KKR reeling at an alarming 2/2 after just one over.
KKR had entered this match with confidence after securing a win against Rajasthan Royals in their previous outing. However, their batting line-up is now under severe scrutiny as they face one of the most formidable bowling attacks in IPL history without their star player performing at his best. With Manish Pandey at the helm as the Mr. Dependable of the franchise, KKR must quickly regroup if they wish to post a competitive total. KKR managed to score 65/5 at the end of 9 overs in their innings.
High stakes game for both MI and KKR
For MI, this match represents a crucial opportunity to turn their season around. Having lost their first two matches against Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans, they are currently languishing near the bottom of the points table. The pressure is mounting on Pandya and his team to secure their first victory of IPL 2025 in front of their home crowd.
KKR, on the other hand, will be looking to bounce back from this early setback. Their batting depth is significant, featuring power hitters like Andre Russell and Rinku Singh who can change the game within overs if they find their rhythm. However, with two wickets down so early in the innings, KKR will need to rely heavily on their middle order to stabilize their innings.
This clash between MI and KKR is not just another match; it is a storied rivalry that has produced some of the most memorable moments in IPL history. Historically, MI hold an advantage with 23 wins out of 34 encounters against KKR. However, KKR managed to break that trend last season by winning both matches against MI—a fact that adds extra spice to this encounter.
