Match Summary: Mumbai Indians Dominate Delhi Daredevils
On May 15, 2016, the 47th match of the Indian Premier League witnessed an emphatic victory for the Mumbai Indians as they took on the Delhi Daredevils at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam.
Match Result:
- Mumbai Indians: 206/4 in 20 overs
- Delhi Daredevils: 126 all out in 19.1 overs
- Result: Mumbai Indians won by 80 runs
The Mumbai Indians showcased a remarkable batting performance, setting a towering total of 206 runs. The highlight of their innings was from Krunal Pandya, who delivered a sensational knock, scoring 86 runs off just 57 balls, peppered with 7 fours and 6 sixes. His aggressive display played a crucial role in propelling the team's score to an imposing total.
Other notable contributions included Martin Guptill, who scored a brisk 48 runs off 75 balls, and Rohit Sharma, who provided a solid start with a quick 31 runs. Although Kieron Pollard had a modest outing, scoring just 3 runs, Jos Buttler added a quickfire 18 not out to further bolster the innings.
In response, the Delhi Daredevils struggled to find stability against the Mumbai bowling attack. They faltered under pressure, losing wickets at regular intervals and were eventually bowled out for a mere 126 runs in just 19.1 overs. Quinton de Kock was the standout performer for the Daredevils, scoring a fighting 40 runs, but he lacked support from his teammates.
Mumbai's bowlers were in tremendous form, with Jasprit Bumrah being the pick of the bowlers, claiming 3 wickets for just 13 runs in his 4 overs. Krunal Pandya also contributed with the ball, picking up 2 wickets. Other bowlers like Harbhajan Singh and Vinay Kumar chipped in with crucial wickets, ensuring a comprehensive win for the Mumbai Indians.
This significant victory not only showcased the Mumbai Indians' dominance in that match but also provided them with vital momentum as they progressed in the tournament. The win by 80 runs highlighted their strength in both batting and bowling, marking a memorable day in IPL 2016.