Match Result: Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians (9th Match, IPL 2022)

In an electrifying encounter at DY Patil Stadium on April 2, 2022, the Rajasthan Royals clinched a commanding victory against the Mumbai Indians by 23 runs.

Batting first, Rajasthan set a formidable target of 194 runs, scoring 193 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. The star of the match was none other than Jos Buttler, who came out all guns blazing, scoring a spectacular century with 100 runs off 97 balls, including 11 fours and 5 sixes. His explosive innings propelled the Royals to a competitive total that proved challenging for the opposition. Despite a few contributions from other batsmen, including a quickfire 35 from Shimron Hetmyer, the team struggled to build significant partnerships, ultimately reaching 193 runs.

The Mumbai Indians, chasing a target of 194 runs, got off to a shaky start. Although Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma showed some resistance, scoring 54 and 61 runs respectively, wickets fell at regular intervals. In the end, Mumbai could only muster 170 runs, with the team falling short by 23 runs. Jasprit Bumrah emerged as a standout bowler for Mumbai, taking 3 wickets for just 17 runs in his quota of 4 overs, while Tymal Mills was instrumental for Rajasthan, claiming 3 wickets for 35 runs.

This victory marked a significant moment for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2022, showcasing their strong batting performance and tactical bowling, setting the tone for a promising season ahead. As for the Mumbai Indians, it was a wake-up call, highlighting the need for improved performance in the coming matches.