Rajasthan Royals‘ slim IPL 2025 playoff hopes have been shot down after a devastating 100-run loss to Mumbai Indians on the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Thursday. With their eighth defeat in 11 matches, Rajasthan can solely attain 12 factors from their remaining three video games, making it mathematically not possible to qualify for the highest 4.
Mumbai Indians posted an imposing 217/2 within the first innings, powered by Ryan Rickelton’s 61 and Rohit Sharma’s 53, together with essential contributions of 48 every from Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya.
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Mumbai’s bowling assault dominated the second innings, with Trent Boult and Karn Sharma claiming three wickets every. Jasprit Bumrah picked up two wickets, whereas Hardik Pandya and Deepak Chahar added one wicket every to finish the excellent victory.
The win propelled Mumbai Indians to the highest of the desk with 14 factors from 11 matches, marking a exceptional turnaround after dropping 4 of their first 5 video games. Their spectacular internet run charge of +1.274 additional strengthens their place.
Rajasthan’s elimination was confirmed as three groups – Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, and Mumbai Indians – have already exceeded 12 factors. Moreover, both Gujarat Titans or Delhi Capitals, each at the moment on 12 factors, will surpass this mark after they face one another.
Chennai Tremendous Kings confronted an identical destiny on Wednesday after their loss to Punjab Kings at dwelling, making Rajasthan the second group to exit the event throughout the group stage.
Mumbai Indians at the moment are well-positioned to safe a playoff spot, needing only one win from their remaining three matches. Their present streak of six consecutive victories places them in prime place to focus on the utmost doable 20 factors and a possible top-two end.