It is indeed a memorable moment for Mumbai Indians after they had lost three consecutive matches, to start IPL 2024 on a poor note. Romario Shepherd was the star performer for Mumbai Indians after he smashed 32 runs in the last over to propel the total to 234/5. Chasing 235 was always going to be tough and Delhi Capitals did not capitalise much in the powerplay, scoring just 46/1. Prithvi Shaw (66 off 40) and Tristan Stubbs )71 off 25) struck half-centuries and their performances were the only silver linings for Delhi Capitals in this defeat. It was a poor show here for Rishabh Pant and co, who need a lot of thinking to do, especially on the bowling front. Hardik Pandya finally has a win as Mumbai Indians captain.
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MI Win By 29 Runs | Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals Highlights of IPL 2024: Romario Shepherd Shines As Mumbai Indians Register First Win
With the play-off race getting further intense, the target for both these sides is to secure important two points and then look to build on the momentum. Stay tuned to get live score updates, commentary, playing XI and toss report.
07 Apr, 19:18 (IST)
Mumbai Indians have beaten Delhi Capitals by 29 runs here and it is their first win of the season. Romario Shepherd was the difference-maker for both the teams here and Hardik Pandya and co finally have a reason to celebrate. For Delhi Capitals, it is second consecutive loss after another poor bowling effort.
07 Apr, 19:14 (IST)
OUT! Gerald Coetzee removes Lalit Yadav and Kumar Kushagra in consecutive balls
07 Apr, 19:09 (IST)
OUT! Axar Patel is run out and Mumbai Indians inch closer to their first win of the season.
07 Apr, 18:54 (IST)
OUT! Rishabh Pant is gone and it looks like Delhi Capitals' hopes have diminished big time here!
07 Apr, 18:48 (IST)
OUT! Jasprit Bumrah has another wicket and Abishek Porel departs in a bid to up the ante here in this match. Delhi Capitals need someone to carry on till the end here if they are to get close to this target. Abishek Porel c Tim David b Jasprit Bumrah 41(31)
07 Apr, 18:35 (IST)
Tristan Stubbs has announced himself in grand style, hitting two huge sixes off Piyush Chawla's over. Delhi Capitals need many more of these shots to get close to the Mumbai Indians total.
07 Apr, 18:31 (IST)
OUT! What a ball from Jasprit Bumrah as he yorks Prithvi Shaw, who was batting so so well! Mumbai Indians have handed a big blow to this run chase and Delhi Capitals need a new saviour here! Prithvi Shaw b Jasprit Bumrah 66(40)
07 Apr, 18:11 (IST)
Romario Shepherd can do no wrong today and he has delivered a wicket, dismissing Romario Shepherd. What a day he is having and Mumbai Indians are firmly on top here after 8 overs.
07 Apr, 18:07 (IST)
It has been a decent powerplay for Mumbai Indians as they not only picked up a wicket but also managed to restrict Delhi Capitals to 46/1. For Delhi, Prithvi Shaw and Abishek Porel is out in the middle and they will look to up the ante.
07 Apr, 18:03 (IST)
It has been a decent powerplay for Mumbai Indians as they not only picked up a wicket but also managed to restrict Delhi Capitals to 46/1. For Delhi, Prithvi Shaw and Abishek Porel is out in the middle and they will look to up the ante.
07 Apr, 17:36 (IST)
Delhi Capitals have had a quiet start with seven runs off one over. Prithvi Shaw and David Warner will look to maximise the powerplay and smash as many runs as possible if DC are to get close to this huge total.
07 Apr, 17:17 (IST)
What a finish this has been and it is Romario Shepherd who is the star for Mumbai Indians! The West Indies all-rounder slammed 32 runs in the final over bowled by Anrich Nortje to take Mumbai Indians to a big big score here. Delhi Capitals need some chasing to win this now!
07 Apr, 17:03 (IST)
OUT! Mumbai Indians lose their captain Hardik Pandya as Anrich Nortje strikes again. Mumbai needed him to stay in these final few overs but Delhi Capitals have been good at chipping away at the wickets. Hardik Pandya c (sub)Jake Fraser-McGurk b Anrich Nortje 39(33)
07 Apr, 16:57 (IST)
Delhi Capitals have introduced an Impact Player in the form of Kumar Kushagra, who replaces Khaleel Ahmed.
07 Apr, 16:54 (IST)
Hardik Pandya and Tim David are out in the middle for some time and both players will eye a strong finish for Mumbai Indians. They did lose their way a bit in the middle but these two now need to take on the bowlers.
07 Apr, 16:31 (IST)
OUT! Mumbai Indians keep losing wickets and this time, it is Khaleel Ahmed who has struck, dismissing Tilak Varma. The left-hander looked in good touch and once again, it is Axar Patel who grabs the catch! Tilak Varma c Axar Patel b Khaleel Ahmed 6(5)
07 Apr, 16:20 (IST)
OUT! Axar Patel has struck again and what a catch it is! Ishan Kishan slammed a six off the earlier ball and this time, the ball caught the bat's edge and went straight to Axar who plucked out the catch from thin air! What a moment in this game! Ishan Kishan c and b Axar Patel 42(23)
07 Apr, 16:08 (IST)
OUT! Another wicket for Mumbai Indians and it is that of Suryakumar Yadav! The Wankhede crowd has been stunned to silence here and it has taken a good catch from substitute fielder Jake Fraser-McGurk to dismiss him. Suryakumar Yadav c (sub)Jake Fraser-McGurk b Anrich Nortje 0(2)
07 Apr, 16:01 (IST)
Out! After giving a solid start to Mumbai Indians, Rohit Sharma gets dismissed on his personal score of 49. Tries to take on Axar Patel, but the arm ball skids through his bat swing, rattling the stumps. Much needed wicket for DC and they will look to squeeze some overs here.
The IPL 2024 play-off race has started to intensify with every passing game. The competition has already seen some breath-taking action and exciting cricket. In the next match, Mumbai Indians will take on Delhi Capitals at their home in Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. MI are searching for their first victory in IPL 2024. They have lost all three of their first three matches played and the last two defeats has been a hammer-blow to them coming with a massive margin. Delhi Capitals, on the other hand, are not in a better condition as they have also lost three games but they have won against CSK after playing an extra game. With the play-off race getting further intense, the target for both these sides is to secure important two points and then look to build on the momentum. Sunrisers Hyderabad All-Rounder Wanindu Hasaranga Ruled Out of IPL 2024 Due to Injury.
Mumbai Indians have different problems in their side starting with the captaincy change from Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya. It has seemed the team is yet to settle under the new captain and they are not able to perform at their full potential. In the match against SRH, the bowling didn't turn up. While in the match against RR, the batting faultered. Eyeing to get a collective effort from his players, Hardik Pandya will take field against Delhi Capitals. They will have a much-needed impetus in the squad with the joining of Suryakumar Yadav. List of Centuries in IPL 2024: Batsmen With Hundreds in Indian Premier League Season 17.
Delhi Capitals suffered a crushing loss to KKR in their last match at their home in Vizag. They were plundered for a total of 272 and then they wrapped up on 166, conceding a defeat by 106 run. Eyeing a turn around, DC have to confidently approach this game and try to get the best out of their Indian resources. They have been going through some injury problems as well, with Kuldeep Yadav out with a groin issue along with Mitchell Marsh and Mukesh Kumar having fitness issues. Jake Fraser-McGurk is likely to debut in this game and his inclusion can provide a much-needed freshness to the DC squad.
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