Last Over Drama as Royal Challengers Bengaluru Beat Mumbai Indians in IPL 2025 Thriller

It was a match full of drama and thrill as Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Mumbai Indians by just 12 runs in a nail-biting match at the Wankhede Stadium. The match was part of the IPL 2025 and it was one of the most thrilling matches so far. The fans were at their toes with both teams leaving everything on the field. Both sides had magnificent performances in the game but RCB was able to keep calm and win eventually.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru batted first and showed great intent from the beginning. Virat Kohli made a great knock scoring 67 runs with style and confidence. He walked the ball nicely and appeared to be in control throughout his innings. With him, captain Rajat Patidar also contributed significantly with a solid 64. Both of them led RCB to a massive total of 221 runs for the loss of just 5 wickets in their 20 overs. Wankhede pitch looked perfect for batting and both players took advantage of the conditions. Their partnership gave RCB the momentum they needed and posed a stiff challenge for Mumbai Indians to pursue.

Mumbai Indians started their pursuit with hopes of reaching the huge score but lost a couple of wickets early on. The team struggled to find a strong association at the start and that turned against them. However Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya filled the gap and did everything within their ability to bring MI back into the game. Tilak Varma played with confidence and added intelligent runs to place MI in a fight. Hardik Pandya also played aggressive cricket and tried to drive the team close to the target. Their contributions gave some hopes in the camp of MI as the game turned towards the final overs.

Although the match was moving towards the final over tension brewed. Mumbai Indians needed rapid scoring and had a chance to win but Krunal Pandya playing for RCB thought otherwise. He bowled a fine last over and claimed three wickets which completely changed the game. Krunal played very well in control and composed under pressure and turned the game in favor of RCB. The final over was a turning point because MI needed 12 runs. It was a matter of pride for Krunal as he helped his team to emerge victorious despite playing against his brother Hardik.

This win gave Royal Challengers Bengaluru their third victory out of four games which is a good start to the IPL 2025. The side looked very well balanced and played with colossal energy. Batting also seemed to be nicely settled with high order batsmen like Kohli and Patidar scoring with no effort at all. The bowlers also stepped up at crucial times especially at the end of the match. The combination of experience and inexperience seems to be paying well for RCB so far this season.

It was a tough loss for Mumbai Indians but they put up a good fight. Tilak's and Hardik's late bursts of speed ensured that MI is capable of chasing high totals. However, if they want to turn around the remaining matches, they will have to tighten up their middle overs as well as their bowling plans. The rivalry is intense in IPL 2025 and each match is going to be of crucial importance.

The fans enjoyed the battle between two of the biggest teams in the league. The crowd at Wankhede Stadium generated a charged environment and cheered every wicket and boundary loudly. Such a close battle is what makes IPL 2025 so fascinating. The rivalry also had an emotional aspect to it of two brothers on the field playing against one another that gave depth to the story of the game. Krunal and Hardik Pandya are great players and both have always produced their best and this game just proved that beyond doubt.

The match will be recalled for the batting masterclass of Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar and Krunal Pandya's serene bowling towards the end. RCB has shown that they are capable of handling pressure and winning matches in style. But MI on the other hand will look to overcome their mistakes and come back stronger. With the IPL 2025 moving forward, more such nail-biting matches are in the offing and followers are surely in for an interesting season.