Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians, IPL, 2024 Full score card

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Match 38, Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, 22 Apr, 2024

Mumbai Indians

MI

179/9

(20.0) ov

Rajasthan Royals

RR

183/1

(18.4) ov

Rajasthan Royals beat Mumbai Indians by 9 wickets

Player Of The Match

Sandeep Sharma,
Rajasthan Royals
Rajasthan Royals
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Rajasthan Royals
Mumbai Indians

Rajasthan Royals • 183/1 (18.4 overs)

Y Jaiswal 104 (60)

S Samson 38 (28)

P Chawla 1/33 (4)

J Bumrah 0/37 (4)

Mumbai Indians • 179/9 (20.0 overs)

T Varma 65 (45)

N Wadhera 49 (24)

S Sharma 5/18 (4)

T Boult 2/32 (4)

Commentary

Right then, Rajasthan make it 7 wins out of 8 and move on to 14 points and are just a win away from 16 points, a number that has ensured qualification for the playoff in every single season so far and they still have 6 more group games to play. Next up, is the return fixture of a clash we witnessed just a few days ago as Chennai now welcomes Lucknow at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in a bid to kickstart another run of home wins. That game will be played on Tuesday, 24 April at 7.30 pm IST (2 pm GMT but you can join us a lot sooner for the build-up. Cheers!

Sandeep Sharma is the Player of the Match for his five-wicket haul, 5 for 18 to be specific, the best figures of the season so far. Sandeep says that it is going well and he got fit just a couple of days back. Adds that the pitch was on the slower and lower side and he kept on bowling the cutters and it came off. Mentions that if you are bowling at the death, you need to be brave and the bowlers are under the pump, so, you have to back yourself and execute your plans.

Sanju Samson, the captain of Rajasthan says that it was a great effort with the ball and the way everyone chipped in was phenomenal and credits the left-handers of Mumbai who went after the quality spinners in the middle overs. Adds that under lights batting gets a bit easier at this venue. Mentions that they did have to reset and go after the momentum after the break but everybody is professional and it wasn't too difficult. Talks about Yashasvi Jaiswal and says he is a player with a lot of confidence and it was a matter of just one game and is really happy for him.

The Presentation ceremony...

Earlier in the game, Hardik Pandya won the toss and had no hesitation in batting first. Mumbai had a few things going for them coming into this game and one of them was certainly their opening partnership but neither Rohit Sharma nor Ishan Kishan could do any damage and then Suryakumar Yadav also got out pretty early. Once Mohammad Nabi got out, they seemed in a lot of trouble but Tilak Varma and Nehal Wadhera pulled off a hesits as they added 99 runs and Tilak went on to score a fifty. Neither could stay on till the end and Mumbai only managed to score 9 runs in the final two overs. For Rajasthan, Sandeep Sharma returned from injury and made an instant impact with a couple of early wickets and even closed out the innings with 3 more wickets in the final over. The spinners weren't quite effective with Trent Boult bowling decently and Avesh Khan making amends at the death after an expensive start. All in all, Rajasthan hardly broke a sweat chasing down 180 runs and extend their lead at the top of the table.

The man of the moment, the centurion for Rajasthan, Yashasvi Jaiswal is down for a quick chat. Jaiswal says that he really enjoyed it from the start and ensured that he watched the ball well and played his shots. On being from Mumbai and scoring centuries against Mumbai, he says that he didn't have anything in mind and sometimes it comes off, sometimes it doesn't. Adds that the way the seniors in the team in these last eight matches have been great and they have backed him which has allowed him to be happy and enjoy his innings.

Hardik Pandya the captain of Mumbai says that after putting themself in trouble early on, Nehal Wadhera and Tilak Varma took them to that total which seemed like a good one but felt they were 15-20 runs short eventually. Adds that they gave away a bit too much in the Powerplay and it was a bad day in the field as well. Talks about how professional everybody is and how individually they will have to rectify and get better at their flaws and come back stronger. Concludes that he likes to back players and stick to the plans and will look to keep it all simple.

Mumbai continue their erratic season with another erratic performance and this is a team that seems to be lacking rhythm and can't string together multiple wins which is very crucial in order to qualify for the playoffs. They failed to take wickets in the Powerplay and neither could they keep the scoring rate down. Piyush Chawla was the pick of the bowlers and the only wicket-taker as well. Mumbai dropped multiple chances in the field which was uncharacteristic of them. Jasprit Bumrah as usual bowled well but he too got hit in his final two overs. Nuwan Thushara couldn't impress on debut either and the likes of Gerald Coetzee, Mohammad Nabi and Hardik Pandya couldn't make much of an impact.

Rajasthan might have felt they let Mumbai get a few too many runs after picking up 4 wickets early but those two final overs from Avesh Khan and especially Sandeep Sharma got the momentum back in their favor. The opening duo out of which only Jos Buttler had really fired so far was on a roll as Yashasvi Jaiswal seemed to be at his best. The pair scored 61 runs in the first 6 overs before rain interrupted play and soon enough after the break, Buttler fell with the score being 74. Jaiswal though continued to find the fence and skipper Sanju Samson supported him brilliantly as the pair went on to put on 109 unbeaten runs and sealed the deal for the home side. Jaiswal went on to score a stellar hundred making it three games in a row where a Rajasthan batter has scored a century.

Rajasthan solidify their position at the top of the points table with a commanding victory over Mumbai and make their final group stage game at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium a memorable one. Rajasthan have also done the double over Mumbai this season, preserving their home win record against Mumbai that stretches back to 2012 and still have just one loss from eight matches now.

18.44

FOUR! Convincing as it gets! Rajasthan beat Mumbai by 9 wickets and that winning shot comes off the bat of Yashasvi Jaiswal. Tilak Varma bowls this short and just outside off, Yashasvi Jaiswal rocks back and cuts it precisely behind point for four runs to seal the game.

18.31

Drags the length short and into the stumps, Sanju Samson nudges it to long on for a single.

18.22

Bowled on a fuller length just outside off, Sanju Samson punches it to wide of long off for a couple of runs.

18.11

HUNDRED for Yashasvi Jaiswal! He just shuts the critics with this incredible knock. Tilak Varma bowls this shorter and outside off, Yashasvi Jaiswal cuts it to deep point and gets the single.

Runs Scored 5 Runs

Score after 18 overs : 175/1

Y Jaiswal99 (58)

S Samson35 (26)

N Thushara3-0-28-0

17.61

Offers width outside off, on a fuller length, Yashasvi Jaiswal manages to reach out and slice it to long off for a single. Rajasthan now just need 5 more runs to win and Yashasvi Jaiswal is one short of his century.

17.51

Hits the length right, on off, Sanju Samson tucks it across the line towards long on for a single.

17.40

Bowls this nice and full, on off, Sanju Samson drives it straight to the fielder at cover.

17.31

Lands this one fuller and just outside off, Yashasvi Jaiswal drives it to long off and gets to the other end.

17.21

Goes a touch fuller and outside off, Sanju Samson hits it down to long off for a single.

17.11

Bowls this on a length and into the pads, Yashasvi Jaiswal tucks it behind square on leg for a single.

Runs Scored 10 Runs

Score after 17 overs : 170/1

S Samson33 (23)

Y Jaiswal96 (55)

J Bumrah4-0-37-0

16.60

Hits the length outside off, Sanju Samson leaves it alone.

16.54

FOUR! A very ordinary effort in the field by Mohammad Nabi giving away a boundary! Bumrah bowls this full and outside off, Sanju Samson reaches out and drives it neatly to the right of deep point. Mohammad Nabi gets to the ball but is lazy in bending down and looks to pick it up with his right hand allowing the ball to slip through for four more runs.

16.41

Bowls the full toss on middle and off, Luckily, Yashasvi Jaiswal just pushes it to mid off and gets just a single.

16.31

Bangs the length, outside off, Sanju Samson nudges it to third man region for a single.

16.24

FOUR! Attempted yorker into the pads, but served as a low full toss. Sanju Samson gets it on the full and flicks it away down to the fine leg fence for four more runs.

16.10

Hurls a yorker down leg and Sanju Samson fails to flick it away. The umpire calls it a fair delivery and Sanju Samson sends it upstairs to check for a wide. The replay shows that the batter had moved inwards than the normal position and the onfield calls stays.

Strategic Break! Just 20 runs needed now for Rajasthan in 24 balls and with 9 wickets in hand, it is all but over. Mumbai haven't been the best bowling side this season by any means but they looked flat in the field in this game and a couple of simple chances were put down which only made the shoulders droop further. Can the last few overs be made interesting with a few quick wickets here? Or will the table-toppers just keep on cruising? Let's find out.

Runs Scored 9 Runs

Score after 16 overs : 160/1

Y Jaiswal95 (54)

S Samson24 (18)

G Coetzee2-0-25-0

15.66

SIX! Great response this from Yashasvi Jaiswal! Gerald Coetzee continues to bowl it short and bangs the deck over middle and off, on a shorter length, Yashasvi Jaiswal stays back and pulls it handsomely over mid-wicket for a maximum.

15.50

OUCH, that'll sting a bit! Coetzee takes pace off and bowls a bouncer right into the body of Yashasvi Jaiswal who tries to pull but gets hit high on the abdomen.

15.40

Short of a length again and outside off, Yashasvi Jaiswal punches this to cover.

Commentary

We are back with the chase! The two umpires walk out to the middle while Mumbai's team gathers in a huddle by the boundary ropes, showcasing camaraderie and support as Nuwan Thushara receives his debut cap and Lasith Malinga presents a special T-shirt to Hardik in honour of his 100th game for Mumbai. The openers of Rajasthan, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Jos Buttler (Impact substitute for Yuzvendra Chahal) walk out to the middle. Mumbai name Nuwan Thushara as the impact substitute replacing Suryakumar Yadav. It will be the skipper, Hardik Pandya who will start the proceedings with the new ball for Mumbai. Here we go..

... THE RUN CHASE ...

Sanju Samson's strategy of opting to bowl first had he won the toss, proved to be the right thought as Mumbai's woes began right from the outset, with Trent Boult striking early to dismiss Rohit Sharma in the very first over. The onslaught continued as Sandeep Sharma, entrusted with the new ball, swiftly claimed two more crucial wickets, thrusting Rajasthan ahead in the game. Joining the onslaught, Yuzvendra Chahal reached a significant milestone, scalping the wicket of Mohammad Nabi to notch up his 200th dismissal in the Indian T20 League, solidifying his position as the highest wicket-taker in the tournament's history. However, amidst the adversity, Mumbai fought back valiantly, forging a resilient partnership that briefly tilted the momentum in their favour. Yet, it was Trent Boult who returned to the attack in the 17th over and delivered the much-needed breakthrough. From there, Rajasthan's bowlers tightened their grip on the game, denying the batters any respite and consistently taking wickets at crucial intervals, ultimately limiting Mumbai to a modest total of just 179 runs. Sandeep Sharma emerged as the standout performer among the bowlers, claiming a remarkable five-wicket haul while conceding just 18 runs in his spell of four overs. With the target set by Mumbai not overly daunting, Rajasthan would certainly feel optimistic about their chances, especially on their home turf. However, Mumbai possesses a formidable bowling attack capable of making the chase a challenging endeavour. Who do you think will get across the line? We shall soon find out as the chase comes to you in a bit.

Nehal Wadhera is down for a chat. He says that it is a really good opportunity and is really happy to do well but he would be elated if they go on to win the game. Adds that they lost wickets early and his role was to just stand out there and wait for the bad balls and he and Tilak Varma had done this in the previous season as well and hopes that the team crosses the line. Mentions that he turns up to the practice sessions early as the Playing XI would get more time and he used the extra time to do match simulation in practice. Ends by saying that it is amazing to bat with Tilak and there is a lot of fun and banter involved when they bat together.

After winning the toss and opting to bat first, Mumbai endured a nightmare start, losing both their openers within the opening two overs, a devastating blow considering their pivotal roles at the helm of the batting order. The anguish deepened as the in-form Suryakumar Yadav swiftly followed suit, leaving Mumbai reeling against the ropes early in the contest. Amidst the tumult, Tilak Varma and Mohammad Nabi emerged as the calming force, steadfastly weathering the storm unleashed by the opposition's pace attack. Just as a sense of stability began to settle, Mohammad Nabi's departure added to the pressure. However, Nehal Wadhera then joined Tilak Varma, and the duo showcased a remarkable display of calculated stroke play, minimizing risks while forging a formidable fifth-wicket partnership of 99 runs before Wadhera was dismissed. Despite laying a solid foundation for a big finish, Mumbai's lower-middle order failed to capitalize, and they concluded their innings at 179 runs. Nevertheless, considering the adversity they faced early on, Mumbai could take solace in a respectable total, reflecting on a commendable recovery effort after the challenging start.

Rajasthan showcased a stellar display with the ball, particularly excelling in the death overs, where their bowlers once again showcased their prowess in pulling things back admirably restricting Mumbai to a modest total of just 179 runs by the conclusion of the first innings.

Runs Scored 3 Runs

Score after 20 overs : 179/9

J Bumrah2 (1)

P Chawla1 (1)

S Sharma4-0-18-5

19.62

A couple of runs to end! Sandeep Sharma rolls his fingers across the ball and bowls it on a hard length outside off. Jasprit Bumrah brooms it away without much timing and gets it in the gap at mid-wicket which allows them to come back for the second run. Three runs and three wickets in the final over and Mumbai eventually finish with 179/9!

Jasprit Bumrah is the last man to walk out to bat for Mumbai.

19.5W

OUT! CAUGHT! A five-wicket haul for Sandeep Sharma and what a performance this has been from him, returning from injury and leading the attack. Slower full toss, not quite high and always dipping a bit. Bowled outside off stump and Tim David has to shuffle across and he looks to go over mid-wicket but ends up skiing it really high. Riyan Parag takes a fine catch near the ropes and manages to stay inside the ropes.

19.40

Dot ball and just one off this over so far, excellent bowling. Banged in short and outside off, Tim David swivels and pulls it without much timing to deep mid-wicket and denies the single.

19.31

No hat-trick! A juicy full toss, around off and angling across, Piyush Chawla punches it through covers and turns the strike over.

Piyush Chawla walks out to bat at number 10 for Mumbai and will face the hattrick ball from Sandeep Sharma.

19.2W

OUT! TAKEN! Two in two here for Sandeep Sharma and he has been the pick of the bowlers for Rajasthan. Another slower one, cross-seamer this time and bowled on a hard length wide of the off stump. Gerald Coetzee goes after it and ends up hitting it aerially back over the bowler's head. The timing just isn't there Shimron Hetmyer takes a fine running catch from long on as he covers good ground to his left.

Gerald Coetzee walks out to bat at number 9 for Mumbai.

19.1W

OUT! CAUGHT! Tilak Varma lost a bit of strike in the last couple of overs and that loss of momentum has resulted in his downfall as well. Sandeep Sharma comes from over the wicket and takes pace off, bowling it a tad short and outside off stump. Varma has to reach for it and looks to pull but hits it flat down to long on where Rovman Powell takes a sharp catch. End of a fine knock from Varma.

It will be Sandeep Sharma (3-0-15-2) to bowl the final over of the innings.

Runs Scored 6 Runs

Score after 19 overs : 176/6

T David3 (3)

T Varma65 (44)

A Khan4-0-49-1

18.62

Good effort in the deep from Shimron Hetmyer and only 6 runs come off the 19th over. Pitched up outside the off stump, Tim David gets across a bit and thumps it to the right of long off where Hetmyer gets across quickly and flicks the ball to the other fielder and keeps it down to two.

18.51

This is top bowling from Avesh Khan in his final over. Full and wide, angling across as well, Tilak Varma squeezes it out in front of point and picks up a single.

18.41

Full again and outside off stump, not allowing the batter to get under it, Tim David shuffles and hits it down to long on for a single.

18.41wd

WIDE! Loses his radar again and pushes the attempted yorker beyond the tramline outside off.

18.30

Another dot ball! Mumbai losing all momentum here as Avesh Khan nails the wide yorker this time around. Tim David can only manage to hit it towards the cover fielder.

18.31wd

WIDE! Full and wide, a bit too wide outside the tramline and no shot is offered by Tim David.

Tim David is the next man to walk out for Mumbai.

18.2W

OUT! LBW! Another huge appeal and the finger goes up for LBW! Hardik Pandya reviews it though. Avesh Khan steams in and looks for the straight yorker but serves a full toss instead. This one tails in a bit and dips late as Pandya looks to shuffle and whip it away. Pandya misses and gets hit right in front of the stumps. Clearly, no bat involved and Ball Tracking comes up with three reds. Mumbai lose another review as Pandya departs after another slim outing.

18.10

Goes full and wide and gets it full enough, Hardik Pandya tries to move to the off side and go after it but misses. Pandya does review it for a wide though. The third umpire checks and concludes that Pandya was already outside the off stump and the initial tramline needed to move as well and hence, no wide.

Avesh Khan (3-0-43-0) comes back to bowl his final over.

Runs Scored 9 Runs

Score after 18 overs : 170/5

H Pandya10 (8)

T Varma64 (43)

Y Chahal4-0-48-1

17.61

Short of a length, pulled off the back foot and aerially down to long on for a single.

17.52

That's sloppy from the fielder! Shorter one around off, punched towards cover and the fielder has a shy at the bowler's end with the batter well in the crease. No one to back up there and they get an extra run.

17.44

FOUR! Hard and straight! Flighted ball, full and on leg stump, Hardik Pandya punches it with a straight bat and beats Shimron Hetmyer who was running to his left from long on. Yuzvendra Chahal feels he should have stopped it.

17.30

Flatter one around off, getting some drift as well, Hardik Pandya rocks back and cuts it to backward point.

Rajasthan Royals
Mumbai Indians
Batter R B 4s 6s SR
Y Jaiswal

not out

104 60 9 7 173.33
35 25 6 0 140
S Samson

not out

38 28 2 2 135.71
Extras

(b 0,lb 1,w 4,nb 1,Penalty 0)

6
Total 18.4 (RR: 9.80)
183/1

Did not bat: R Parag, R Powell, S Hetmyer, D Jurel, R Ashwin, T Boult, A Khan, S Sharma,

Fall of wickets:

(J Buttler, 8 ov)
Bowler O M R W ER
H Pandya
2 0 21 0 10.50
J Bumrah
4 0 37 0 9.25
3 0 28 0 9.33
G Coetzee
2 0 25 0 12.50
M Nabi
3 0 30 0 10.00
P Chawla
4 0 33 1 8.25
T Varma
0.4 0 8 0 12.00
Batter R B 4s 6s SR
R Sharma

c S Samson b T Boult

6 5 1 0 120
I Kishan

c S Samson b S Sharma

0 3 0 0 0

c R Powell b S Sharma

10 8 2 0 125
T Varma

c R Powell b S Sharma

65 45 5 3 144.44
M Nabi

c & b Y Chahal

23 17 2 1 135.29
N Wadhera

c S Sharma b T Boult

49 24 3 4 204.16
H Pandya

lbw b A Khan

10 10 1 0 100
T David

c R Parag b S Sharma

3 5 0 0 60
G Coetzee

c S Hetmyer b S Sharma

0 1 0 0 0
P Chawla

not out

1 1 0 0 100
J Bumrah

not out

2 1 0 0 200
Extras

(b 0,lb 1,w 9,nb 0,Penalty 0)

10
Total 20.0 (RR: 8.95)
179/9

Did not bat:

Fall of wickets:

(R Sharma, 0.5 ov) (I Kishan, 1.3 ov) (S Yadav, 3.1 ov) (M Nabi, 7.3 ov) (N Wadhera, 16.1 ov) (H Pandya, 18.2 ov) (T Varma, 19.1 ov) (G Coetzee, 19.2 ov) (T David, 19.5 ov)
Bowler O M R W ER
T Boult
4 0 32 2 8.00
S Sharma
4 0 18 5 4.50
A Khan
4 0 49 1 12.25
R Ashwin
4 0 31 0 7.75
4 0 48 1 12.00
Rajasthan Royals
Mumbai Indians

Commentary

Right then, Rajasthan make it 7 wins out of 8 and move on to 14 points and are just a win away from 16 points, a number that has ensured qualification for the playoff in every single season so far and they still have 6 more group games to play. Next up, is the return fixture of a clash we witnessed just a few days ago as Chennai now welcomes Lucknow at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in a bid to kickstart another run of home wins. That game will be played on Tuesday, 24 April at 7.30 pm IST (2 pm GMT but you can join us a lot sooner for the build-up. Cheers!

Sandeep Sharma is the Player of the Match for his five-wicket haul, 5 for 18 to be specific, the best figures of the season so far. Sandeep says that it is going well and he got fit just a couple of days back. Adds that the pitch was on the slower and lower side and he kept on bowling the cutters and it came off. Mentions that if you are bowling at the death, you need to be brave and the bowlers are under the pump, so, you have to back yourself and execute your plans.

Sanju Samson, the captain of Rajasthan says that it was a great effort with the ball and the way everyone chipped in was phenomenal and credits the left-handers of Mumbai who went after the quality spinners in the middle overs. Adds that under lights batting gets a bit easier at this venue. Mentions that they did have to reset and go after the momentum after the break but everybody is professional and it wasn't too difficult. Talks about Yashasvi Jaiswal and says he is a player with a lot of confidence and it was a matter of just one game and is really happy for him.

The Presentation ceremony...

Earlier in the game, Hardik Pandya won the toss and had no hesitation in batting first. Mumbai had a few things going for them coming into this game and one of them was certainly their opening partnership but neither Rohit Sharma nor Ishan Kishan could do any damage and then Suryakumar Yadav also got out pretty early. Once Mohammad Nabi got out, they seemed in a lot of trouble but Tilak Varma and Nehal Wadhera pulled off a hesits as they added 99 runs and Tilak went on to score a fifty. Neither could stay on till the end and Mumbai only managed to score 9 runs in the final two overs. For Rajasthan, Sandeep Sharma returned from injury and made an instant impact with a couple of early wickets and even closed out the innings with 3 more wickets in the final over. The spinners weren't quite effective with Trent Boult bowling decently and Avesh Khan making amends at the death after an expensive start. All in all, Rajasthan hardly broke a sweat chasing down 180 runs and extend their lead at the top of the table.

The man of the moment, the centurion for Rajasthan, Yashasvi Jaiswal is down for a quick chat. Jaiswal says that he really enjoyed it from the start and ensured that he watched the ball well and played his shots. On being from Mumbai and scoring centuries against Mumbai, he says that he didn't have anything in mind and sometimes it comes off, sometimes it doesn't. Adds that the way the seniors in the team in these last eight matches have been great and they have backed him which has allowed him to be happy and enjoy his innings.

Hardik Pandya the captain of Mumbai says that after putting themself in trouble early on, Nehal Wadhera and Tilak Varma took them to that total which seemed like a good one but felt they were 15-20 runs short eventually. Adds that they gave away a bit too much in the Powerplay and it was a bad day in the field as well. Talks about how professional everybody is and how individually they will have to rectify and get better at their flaws and come back stronger. Concludes that he likes to back players and stick to the plans and will look to keep it all simple.

Mumbai continue their erratic season with another erratic performance and this is a team that seems to be lacking rhythm and can't string together multiple wins which is very crucial in order to qualify for the playoffs. They failed to take wickets in the Powerplay and neither could they keep the scoring rate down. Piyush Chawla was the pick of the bowlers and the only wicket-taker as well. Mumbai dropped multiple chances in the field which was uncharacteristic of them. Jasprit Bumrah as usual bowled well but he too got hit in his final two overs. Nuwan Thushara couldn't impress on debut either and the likes of Gerald Coetzee, Mohammad Nabi and Hardik Pandya couldn't make much of an impact.

Rajasthan might have felt they let Mumbai get a few too many runs after picking up 4 wickets early but those two final overs from Avesh Khan and especially Sandeep Sharma got the momentum back in their favor. The opening duo out of which only Jos Buttler had really fired so far was on a roll as Yashasvi Jaiswal seemed to be at his best. The pair scored 61 runs in the first 6 overs before rain interrupted play and soon enough after the break, Buttler fell with the score being 74. Jaiswal though continued to find the fence and skipper Sanju Samson supported him brilliantly as the pair went on to put on 109 unbeaten runs and sealed the deal for the home side. Jaiswal went on to score a stellar hundred making it three games in a row where a Rajasthan batter has scored a century.

Rajasthan solidify their position at the top of the points table with a commanding victory over Mumbai and make their final group stage game at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium a memorable one. Rajasthan have also done the double over Mumbai this season, preserving their home win record against Mumbai that stretches back to 2012 and still have just one loss from eight matches now.

18.44

FOUR! Convincing as it gets! Rajasthan beat Mumbai by 9 wickets and that winning shot comes off the bat of Yashasvi Jaiswal. Tilak Varma bowls this short and just outside off, Yashasvi Jaiswal rocks back and cuts it precisely behind point for four runs to seal the game.

18.31

Drags the length short and into the stumps, Sanju Samson nudges it to long on for a single.

18.22

Bowled on a fuller length just outside off, Sanju Samson punches it to wide of long off for a couple of runs.

18.11

HUNDRED for Yashasvi Jaiswal! He just shuts the critics with this incredible knock. Tilak Varma bowls this shorter and outside off, Yashasvi Jaiswal cuts it to deep point and gets the single.

Runs Scored 5 Runs

Score after 18 overs : 175/1

Y Jaiswal99 (58)

S Samson35 (26)

N Thushara3-0-28-0

17.61

Offers width outside off, on a fuller length, Yashasvi Jaiswal manages to reach out and slice it to long off for a single. Rajasthan now just need 5 more runs to win and Yashasvi Jaiswal is one short of his century.

17.51

Hits the length right, on off, Sanju Samson tucks it across the line towards long on for a single.

17.40

Bowls this nice and full, on off, Sanju Samson drives it straight to the fielder at cover.

17.31

Lands this one fuller and just outside off, Yashasvi Jaiswal drives it to long off and gets to the other end.

17.21

Goes a touch fuller and outside off, Sanju Samson hits it down to long off for a single.

17.11

Bowls this on a length and into the pads, Yashasvi Jaiswal tucks it behind square on leg for a single.

Runs Scored 10 Runs

Score after 17 overs : 170/1

S Samson33 (23)

Y Jaiswal96 (55)

J Bumrah4-0-37-0

16.60

Hits the length outside off, Sanju Samson leaves it alone.

16.54

FOUR! A very ordinary effort in the field by Mohammad Nabi giving away a boundary! Bumrah bowls this full and outside off, Sanju Samson reaches out and drives it neatly to the right of deep point. Mohammad Nabi gets to the ball but is lazy in bending down and looks to pick it up with his right hand allowing the ball to slip through for four more runs.

16.41

Bowls the full toss on middle and off, Luckily, Yashasvi Jaiswal just pushes it to mid off and gets just a single.

16.31

Bangs the length, outside off, Sanju Samson nudges it to third man region for a single.

16.24

FOUR! Attempted yorker into the pads, but served as a low full toss. Sanju Samson gets it on the full and flicks it away down to the fine leg fence for four more runs.

16.10

Hurls a yorker down leg and Sanju Samson fails to flick it away. The umpire calls it a fair delivery and Sanju Samson sends it upstairs to check for a wide. The replay shows that the batter had moved inwards than the normal position and the onfield calls stays.

Strategic Break! Just 20 runs needed now for Rajasthan in 24 balls and with 9 wickets in hand, it is all but over. Mumbai haven't been the best bowling side this season by any means but they looked flat in the field in this game and a couple of simple chances were put down which only made the shoulders droop further. Can the last few overs be made interesting with a few quick wickets here? Or will the table-toppers just keep on cruising? Let's find out.

Runs Scored 9 Runs

Score after 16 overs : 160/1

Y Jaiswal95 (54)

S Samson24 (18)

G Coetzee2-0-25-0

15.66

SIX! Great response this from Yashasvi Jaiswal! Gerald Coetzee continues to bowl it short and bangs the deck over middle and off, on a shorter length, Yashasvi Jaiswal stays back and pulls it handsomely over mid-wicket for a maximum.

15.50

OUCH, that'll sting a bit! Coetzee takes pace off and bowls a bouncer right into the body of Yashasvi Jaiswal who tries to pull but gets hit high on the abdomen.

15.40

Short of a length again and outside off, Yashasvi Jaiswal punches this to cover.

15.41wd

WIDE! Looks for the bouncer and drops the length a bit too short over middle for a wide.

15.32

Short of a length, outside off, Yashasvi Jaiswal crunches this through point for a couple of runs.

15.20

WIDE! An appeal for caught behind by Ishan Kishan and the umpire calls it a wide. Hardik Pandya sends it upstairs. Coetzee bangs the deck and angles this back into the left-hander on a shorter length down leg, Yashasvi Jaiswal looks to pull but makes no connection. Ishan Kishan behind the stumps dives to his right and takes a great catch. The replays roll over and the UltraEdge shows that the ball brushed the arm guard on its way through. The wide call is reversed and Yashasvi Jaiswal stays NOT OUT.

15.10

Comes from around the wicket and bangs the deck on a good length and outside off, Yashasvi Jaiswal cuts it straight to the fielder at point.

Runs Scored 16 Runs

Score after 15 overs : 151/1

Y Jaiswal87 (48)

S Samson24 (18)

J Bumrah3-0-27-0

14.61

Way too full on off stump at 141 clicks, Yashasvi Jaiswal clips it across the line through mid-wicket for a single. 16 off the over and Rajsthan need 29 runs in 30 balls now.

14.51

Good length again, at the stumps and just pushed down through mid on for another single by Samson.

14.41

Good length around off, hit away through the cover region for a single.

14.30

Half an appeal for a catch but Rohit Sharma knew that it bounced in front of him and it might have been a bump-ball as well. Pace on, full and outside off, hit away firmly on the bounce to a diving Rohit at extra cover.

14.24

FOUR! Comes from around the wicket and bowled a tad short over middle and leg. This is slower and angling in and Yashasvi Jaiswal pulls it well behind square leg for a boundary.

14.16

SIX! Swung away into the crowd and the no ball has cost Bumrah a lot here. Slower one, on a good length and on leg stump, coming back in. Yashasvi Jaiswal holds his shape and heaves it with the angle high and over backward square leg for a maximum.

14.11wd

WIDE! Banged in short and down the leg side, Yashasvi Jaiswal looks to pull but misses and a wide is called. However, Hardik Pandya has reviewed it. The third umpire checks the replays and concludes that it is a wide as the ball went over Jaiswal's head. Free Hit to continue!

14.12nb

NO BALL! Fuller in length, angled in from around off and slower too, Sanju Samson flicks it away in front of square on the leg side for one. The siren goes off which means Jasprit Bumrah has overstepped and a Free Hit will now follow.

Runs Scored 12 Runs

Score after 14 overs : 135/1

S Samson22 (16)

Y Jaiswal75 (43)

P Chawla4-0-33-1

13.61

Nagging length around off, it is the googly that turns in, Sanju Samson rocks back and punches it with a straight bat down to long on for one more.

13.51

Fractionally short over off stump, hit away off the back foot down to long off for a single by Jaiswal.

13.42

Floated, full and down leg, swept away pretty fine but Nuwan Thushara from deep backward square leg runs around to his left and dives in to save a couple of runs.

13.36

SIX! Rajasthan are cruising along at the moment. Tossed-up delivery, pushed wide of the off stump, Yashasvi Jaiswal skips down the pitch and goes inside-out over extra cover for a maximum.

13.21

Floated up full on off stump, driven off the full face off the bat down to long off for one more.

13.11

Full and on the pads, swept away firmly to deep backward square leg for just a single. The 50-run stand is also up between these two.

Runs Scored 10 Runs

Score after 13 overs : 123/1

Y Jaiswal65 (39)

S Samson20 (14)

H Pandya2-0-21-0

12.61

On a good length on middle and leg, hit away on the up down to long on for a single.

12.51

PUT DOWN! Lazy work in the deep from Tim David and that should have been caught. Hardik Pandya bangs it in short over the stumps and Sanju Samson tries to take it on. Samson gets hurried and the ball goes off the higher part of the bat towards long on where David is slow to come in and has to get low at the last moment and ends up spilling it. Single taken and the catching is costing Mumbai dearly here.

12.40

Takes some pace off and bowls it on a good length wide of off stump, Sanju Samson fails to reach it and it will be a dot ball.

12.36

SIX! Stand and deliver! Sanju Samson hangs back in the crease and stays a bit leg side of this full delivery on middle before clearing the front leg and hammering it well over long on for a maximum.

12.21

Comes from around the stumps to the left-hander and follows him down the leg side with a short ball at the body. Yashasvi Jaiswal manages to hit it away behind square leg for a single.

12.11

Back of a length wide of the off stump, Sanju Samson makes room and hits it away to deep cover for a single.

Hardik Pandya (1-0-11-0) comes back into the attack.

Runs Scored 3 Runs

Score after 12 overs : 113/1

Y Jaiswal63 (37)

S Samson12 (10)

P Chawla3-0-21-1

11.60

Nagging length, close to the off stump, Yashasvi Jaiswal hangs back and just deflects it at the last moment to short third man. Just 3 off that over, a tidy one from Piyush Chawla.

11.51

Slightly short and sliding onto the pads, nudged away on the leg side for a single.

11.40

This is bowled really full and at the stumps, Sanju Samson clears the front leg looking for the heave leg side but doesn't get it anywhere.

11.30

Pushed through flatter and around off, pushed away towards cover.

11.21

The googly now, a bit slower and shorter, turning away from the stumps, Yashasvi Jaiswal backs away to pull but mistimes it towards cow corner for just one.

11.11

Fractionally short and outside off, Sanju Samson backs away and punches it square through the cover region for a single.

Runs Scored 15 Runs

Score after 11 overs : 110/1

S Samson10 (6)

Y Jaiswal62 (35)

M Nabi3-0-30-0

10.61

Short again, this time around off and punched away off the back foot through covers for one.

10.56

SIX! Bang goes Sanju Samson and a valiant effort in the deep goes in vain. Short over middle, Samson rocks back and muscles it away to the right of deep mid-wicket where Tilak Varma flies across but can't get a hand on it and the ball goes over the ropes.

10.41lb

Leg bye! Sliding it onto the pads, Yashasvi Jaiswal misses the tickle and the ball goes off the pads to short fine leg. They get a leg bye.

10.36

SIX! That has bee nailed by Yashasvi Jaiswal. Tries to go full and wide but Jaiswal goes down on one knee and fetches the slog-sweep, hitting it flat over deep square leg for another biggie.

10.21

Fired in at 100 clicks at the stumps, Sanju Samson punches it down to long off for a single.

10.10

Bowled flatter and quicker around off, Sanju Samson goes on the back foot and miscues the flick back to the bowler.

Runs Scored 12 Runs

Score after 10 overs : 95/1

Y Jaiswal56 (33)

S Samson2 (2)

P Chawla2-0-18-1

9.66

SIX! Nehal Wadhera has DROPPED a simple one and to make it worse has tipped it over the fence for a maximum. Piyush Chawla flights this one fuller and outside off, gets the ball to turn away off the deck a bit, Yashasvi Jaiswal advances down to the deck and with an extended bat clubs it straight to long off. Nehal Wadhera settles under the ball but looks to take a reverse cup catch and loses his balance tipping the ball over the fence.

9.50

Quicker through the air and fuller on off, Yashasvi Jaiswal cuts it straight to backward point.

9.41

A tad shorter and on middle and off, Sanju Samson punches it to long off for a single.

9.31

Brings up the FIFTY for Yashasvi Jaiswal and he looks to have gotten back into his groove! Fuller delivery into the pads, Yashasvi Jaiswal tucks it in front of deep mid-wicket and gets a single.

9.24

FOUR! Brilliant use of the crease by Yashasvi Jaiswal! Chawla tosses this one up and just outside off, Yashasvi Jaiswal rocks back deep in the crease and cuts it to right of sweeper cover for a boundary.

9.10

Flights this one up into the pads, Yashasvi Jaiswal just pushes this to the left of the bowler.

Runs Scored 9 Runs

Score after 9 overs : 83/1

Y Jaiswal45 (28)

S Samson1 (1)

M Nabi2-0-16-0

8.61

Drags the length down and bowls it wider on off, Yashasvi Jaiswal cuts it to point for a single to end the over.

8.56

SIX! Wow, that's some shot! Nabi floats this one up around middle and off, Yashasvi Jaiswal shimmies down the track and with full face of the bat lofts it over long off for a maximum.

8.40

Pushes this through on a length and into the stumps, Yashasvi Jaiswal pats it to mid off.

8.31

the skipper is off the mark straightaway! Nabi drops the length short and on off, Sanju Samson waits back and cuts it to deep point for a single.

8.21

Another fuller delivery on off, Yashasvi Jaiswal prods ahead and drives it to cover for a single.

8.10

Bowls this fuller and slants it into the left-hander into the pads, Yashasvi Jaiswal looks to keep it out but misses out.

Sanju Samson is the new man in.

Runs Scored 6 Runs

Score after 8 overs : 74/1

J Buttler35 (25)

Y Jaiswal37 (23)

P Chawla1-0-6-1

7.6W

OUT! TIMBER! Piyush Chawla provides the much-needed breakthrough for Mumbai and Jos Buttler has to walk back after a good start. Piyush Chawla bowls the wrong one a bit quicker at 94.6kph and gets the ball to turn back in sharp from around off, Jos Buttler rocks back and looks to keep it out but the ball skids through and gets through his defences to rattle the off stump.

7.54

FOUR! Gets it in the gap this time! Tossed up delivery into middle and leg, Jos Buttler premeditates the ball and reverse sweeps it past point for a boundary.

7.40

Fuller and into the pads, Jos Buttler reverse sweeps it straight to cover.

7.30

A big swing and a miss! Tosses this one on a fuller length around off and gets the ball to turn away sharply. Jos Buttler throws kitchen sink at this but gets beaten by the spin.

7.21

Shorter in length and just outside off, Yashasvi Jaiswal rocks back and punches it to deep cover for a single.

7.11

Comes from over the wicket and floats this fuller and on off, Jos Buttler whips it off the cue end of the bat towards deep mid-wicket for just a single.

Runs Scored 7 Runs

Score after 7 overs : 68/0

Y Jaiswal36 (22)

J Buttler30 (20)

M Nabi1-0-7-0

6.60

Tosses this fuller and on off, Yashasvi Jaiswal drives it to mid off.

6.50

Bowls this nicely on a fuller length around off and gets the ball to grip and turn away as Yashasvi Jaiswal presses ahead for the block. The ball zips past the outside edge into the keeper's gloves.

6.41

Drags the length down over middle and leg, Jos Buttler covers the line and tucks it to short fine leg for a single.

6.31

Drops the length short and outside off, Yashasvi Jaiswal cuts it to deep point for a single.

6.24

FOUR! Yashasvi Jaiswal starts from just where it had stopped! Nabi flights this one up around off, Yashasvi Jaiswal makes a bit of room and creams it past short cover and wider of long off for a boundary.

6.11

Starts from over the wicket and bowls it nice and full, just outside off, Jos Buttler drives it to long off for a single.

We are back for the resumption of the run chase! The umpires and the players of Mumbai are back out in the field. The opening duo of Jos Buttler and Yashasvi Jaiswal is also set to resume their stay at the crease for Rajasthan who need 119 more runs in 84 balls as it is confirmed that we will have a full game. Mohammad Nabi to begin proceedings after the rain-break. Let's go...

UPDATE 10.41 pm IST (5.11 pm GMT) - The covers are off again and the drizzle has disappeared! Play will restart at 10.45 pm IST (5.15 pm GMT). No word yet on any reduction in overs and in all likeliness, we should have a full game.

UPDATE - 10.33 pm IST (5.03 pm GMT) - Uh, oh! Just when the game was about to resume, the drizzle has returned and the covers are coming back on but not all of them which means the drizzle is pretty light. Slightly frustrating for the players and the fans but we can only wait and keep our fingers crossed. Stay tuned for more updates.

UPDATE 10.21 pm IST (4.51 pm GMT) - Good news, folks! The rain has stopped and visuals from the ground show that the covers are coming off. We should have a restart time very soon. Stick around for the latest updates. Play will resume at 10.33 pm IST (5.03 pm GMT) which is just a few minutes away. Grab a cup of coffee and tune in for the action.

Strategic Break! This has been a near-perfect start for Rajasthan as they have seen out two overs from Jasprit Bumrah and have managed to score over 10 runs an over in the Powerplay without losing a wicket. The open stand has been a worry for the home side but not tonight and Yashasvi Jaiswal is starting to fire. The signs are ominous for Mumbai and they need a few wickets in a heap in the middle phase to get back in the game but who will provide that stability or wicket-taking opportunity for them? Let's find out. With that said, Mohammad Nabi comes into the attack but wait, the rain has started to fall out of nowhere. Looks like we are in for a slight delay as it seems to be just a sprinkle rather than a shower. Stay tuned for further updates.

Runs Scored 17 Runs

Score after 6 overs : 61/0

Y Jaiswal31 (18)

J Buttler28 (18)

N Thushara2-0-23-0

5.64

FOUR! That's sloppy from Hardik Pandya and Yashasvi Jaiswal gets another boundary to end the powerplay. Rajasthan are nicely motoring along with 61 runs on the board. Nuwan Thushara bowls this fuller and on off, Yashasvi Jaiswal clears his front leg and drives it to the right of Hardik Pandya at mid off who gets low towards the ball but makes an absolute mess letting the ball go through and race away to the fence for four runs.

5.54

FOUR! That's a poor delivery and rightly punished! Nuwan Thushara looks for the wide yorker and lands a full toss outside off, Yashasvi Jaiswal takes full advantage and drives it through the gap at covers for four runs.

5.41

Good comeback delivery that! Nails the yorker at over 137 kph into the pads, Jos Buttler manages to get his bat down in time and digs it to mid on and gets a single.

5.34

FOUR! That's some shot and Jos Buttler showing his class yet again! Brings up the 50 runs for Rajasthan. Nuwan Thushara slightly overpitches this around off, Jos Buttler frees his arms and drives it over mid off for four more runs.

5.24

FOUR! Up and over the infield! Pitched on a length and on top of off, Jos Buttler makes room for himself and cuts it over cover for a boundary.

5.10

Comes from over the wicket and bowls this on a good length, over off, Jos Buttler drives it straight to cover.

Runs Scored 9 Runs

Score after 5 overs : 44/0

Y Jaiswal23 (16)

J Buttler19 (14)

J Bumrah2-0-11-0

4.64

FOUR! Nicely driven and this is a fine start for Rajasthan. Full and outside off, Yashasvi Jaiswal plants his front leg forward and hits it away through covers for a second boundary in the over.

4.50

Pulls the length back a bit and bowls it on off stump, Yashasvi Jaiswal punches it away straight to covers.

4.40

Comes from around the wicket and bowls it on a good length in the channel around off stump, Yashasvi Jaiswal solidly blocks it off the front foot.

4.31

Slower one, bowled up at the stumps, Jos Buttler just gently pushes it towards mid on and eventually takes the single.

4.24

FOUR! Top shot! Banged in short at 143 clicks and around off, Jos Buttler gets on top of the bounce and he pulls it down well in front of square for a cracking boundary.

4.10

Play and a miss! A touch fuller and around off at 130 clicks, swinging back in a long way. Jos Buttler looks to drive away from the body but is beaten past the inside edge.

Runs Scored 16 Runs

Score after 4 overs : 35/0

Y Jaiswal19 (13)

J Buttler14 (11)

G Coetzee1-0-16-0

3.64

FOUR! A testing over from Gerald Coetzee but he ends up conceding 16 runs instead. Back of a length and around off at 151.1 clicks, Yashasvi Jaiswal manages to punch it off the back foot and gets it in the gap at covers for a boundary.

3.61wd

WIDE! Slower one, bowled full and wide, a bit too wide though.

3.54

FOUR! Beaten for pace but somehow Yashasvi Jaiswal manages to get some bat on it. A very well-directed bumper at almost 150 clicks and right at the batter's face. Jaiswal tries to sway away from the line of the ball but gets a top edge that flies over the keeper for a boundary.

3.40

Good length around the top of off and at 146.6 clicks, Yashasvi Jaiswal blocks it off from the crease.

3.41wd

WIDE! Another quick and short one but this is angled down the leg side for a wide.

3.30

Gerald Coetzee seems fired up after that first-ball six. Bowls this one at 149.9 clicks and angles it in a bit shorter at the body, Yashasvi Jaiswal looks to bend his back and ramp it away but is beaten for pace.

3.20

Steams in again and bowls it on a hard length outside off at 147.8 clicks, getting it to zip off the deck. Yashasvi Jaiswal looks to go after it but is well beaten.

3.16

SIX! Yashasvi Jaiswal has held back enough and decides to take the opposition on. Gerald Coetzee steams in from around the wicket and bowls it on a good length on middle, Jaiswal just thumps the ball back over the bowler's head and picks up a maximum.

Runs Scored 6 Runs

Score after 3 overs : 19/0

Y Jaiswal5 (7)

J Buttler14 (11)

N Thushara1-0-6-0

2.61

Hard length on leg stump, punched away from the crease and down to long on to make it six singles off Thushara's very first over.

2.51

Five singles on the trot! Full and outside off, moving further away, Jos Buttler goes after the width and gets it off the toe end of the bat and wide of Jasprit Bumrah at short third man for a single. Could Bumrah have done better there? Probably but still a very tough chance that one.

2.41

On a good length, swinging into the pads, whipped away to deep square leg for just one more.

2.31

Takes pace off now and bowls it on a good length on off stump, Jos Buttler heaves it off the inner half of the bat through square leg for a run.

2.21

Oh, that was a brute of a delivery! A yorker on off stump, swinging back in late, Yashasvi Jaiswal manages to get his boot out of the way and jams it on the bounce towards short third for one more.

2.11

Starts off with a very full delivery, slinging it onto middle and leg, Jos Buttler flicks the low full toss towards deep square leg and gets a single.

Debutant, Nuwan Thushara comes into the attack.

Runs Scored 2 Runs

Score after 2 overs : 13/0

Y Jaiswal2 (4)

J Buttler11 (8)

J Bumrah1-0-2-0

1.60

Ideal start from Jasprit Bumrah, just the two singles off it. Looks to go full and wide but ends up bowling a full toss, Yashasvi Jaiswal looks to rive it away but gets a thick outside edge down to Rohit Sharma at first slip.

1.51

Finally, Jos Buttler gets off strike after three dot balls. Full and outside off, swinging away at almost 142 clicks, Buttler punches it to covers where the fielder makes a half stop and allows the single.

1.40

A smidge fuller and wider of the off stump, nipping back in again, Jos Buttler tentatively pushes it away towards cover.

1.30

Hard length in the channel, pace on and this one nips back in sharply, Jos Buttler is beaten all ends up and gets hit high on the pads.

1.20

That's cheeky from Jasprit Bumrah as he brings out a slow yorker on his very second delivery. Bumrah steams in and then delivers it at just 123 clicks, right on the base of middle stump and Jos Buttler watchfully defends it out.

1.11

Begins from over the stumps and bowls it on a nagging length, angling it away from off stump, Yashasvi Jaiswal stays back and just guides it between slip and gully towards third man for a single.

Jasprit Bumrah to share the new ball from the other end.

Runs Scored 11 Runs

Score after 1 overs : 11/0

J Buttler10 (4)

Y Jaiswal1 (2)

H Pandya1-0-11-0

0.62

A couple of runs to end and 11 runs come off the first over of the chase. Hard length, swinging away from off, Jos Buttler plays it late and wide of third man for a brace.

0.54

FOUR! Wow, it seemed like Jos Buttler was undone but the ball just pinged off the bat. Good length outside off, Buttler is early in the shot and punches the ball flat over the cover region for another boundary.

0.44

FOUR! Up and over and Jos Buttler is off the mark. Pitched up on the fifth stump line and swinging away, Buttler had to reach for it and one hand comes off the handle as the ball is lofted over wide mid off for a boundary.

0.30

Perfect length, on off stump and just angling back in a touch, Jos Buttler watches it well and defends it with soft hands on the off side.

0.21

A touch fuller and around leg stump, tucked away nearly down to long on for a single by Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rajasthan are underway.

0.10

Starts with an away swinging delivery, bowled a tad fuller and around off, going away from the left-hander. Yashasvi Jaiswal shoulders arms at it.

Commentary

We are back with the chase! The two umpires walk out to the middle while Mumbai's team gathers in a huddle by the boundary ropes, showcasing camaraderie and support as Nuwan Thushara receives his debut cap and Lasith Malinga presents a special T-shirt to Hardik in honour of his 100th game for Mumbai. The openers of Rajasthan, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Jos Buttler (Impact substitute for Yuzvendra Chahal) walk out to the middle. Mumbai name Nuwan Thushara as the impact substitute replacing Suryakumar Yadav. It will be the skipper, Hardik Pandya who will start the proceedings with the new ball for Mumbai. Here we go..

... THE RUN CHASE ...

Sanju Samson's strategy of opting to bowl first had he won the toss, proved to be the right thought as Mumbai's woes began right from the outset, with Trent Boult striking early to dismiss Rohit Sharma in the very first over. The onslaught continued as Sandeep Sharma, entrusted with the new ball, swiftly claimed two more crucial wickets, thrusting Rajasthan ahead in the game. Joining the onslaught, Yuzvendra Chahal reached a significant milestone, scalping the wicket of Mohammad Nabi to notch up his 200th dismissal in the Indian T20 League, solidifying his position as the highest wicket-taker in the tournament's history. However, amidst the adversity, Mumbai fought back valiantly, forging a resilient partnership that briefly tilted the momentum in their favour. Yet, it was Trent Boult who returned to the attack in the 17th over and delivered the much-needed breakthrough. From there, Rajasthan's bowlers tightened their grip on the game, denying the batters any respite and consistently taking wickets at crucial intervals, ultimately limiting Mumbai to a modest total of just 179 runs. Sandeep Sharma emerged as the standout performer among the bowlers, claiming a remarkable five-wicket haul while conceding just 18 runs in his spell of four overs. With the target set by Mumbai not overly daunting, Rajasthan would certainly feel optimistic about their chances, especially on their home turf. However, Mumbai possesses a formidable bowling attack capable of making the chase a challenging endeavour. Who do you think will get across the line? We shall soon find out as the chase comes to you in a bit.

Nehal Wadhera is down for a chat. He says that it is a really good opportunity and is really happy to do well but he would be elated if they go on to win the game. Adds that they lost wickets early and his role was to just stand out there and wait for the bad balls and he and Tilak Varma had done this in the previous season as well and hopes that the team crosses the line. Mentions that he turns up to the practice sessions early as the Playing XI would get more time and he used the extra time to do match simulation in practice. Ends by saying that it is amazing to bat with Tilak and there is a lot of fun and banter involved when they bat together.

After winning the toss and opting to bat first, Mumbai endured a nightmare start, losing both their openers within the opening two overs, a devastating blow considering their pivotal roles at the helm of the batting order. The anguish deepened as the in-form Suryakumar Yadav swiftly followed suit, leaving Mumbai reeling against the ropes early in the contest. Amidst the tumult, Tilak Varma and Mohammad Nabi emerged as the calming force, steadfastly weathering the storm unleashed by the opposition's pace attack. Just as a sense of stability began to settle, Mohammad Nabi's departure added to the pressure. However, Nehal Wadhera then joined Tilak Varma, and the duo showcased a remarkable display of calculated stroke play, minimizing risks while forging a formidable fifth-wicket partnership of 99 runs before Wadhera was dismissed. Despite laying a solid foundation for a big finish, Mumbai's lower-middle order failed to capitalize, and they concluded their innings at 179 runs. Nevertheless, considering the adversity they faced early on, Mumbai could take solace in a respectable total, reflecting on a commendable recovery effort after the challenging start.

Rajasthan showcased a stellar display with the ball, particularly excelling in the death overs, where their bowlers once again showcased their prowess in pulling things back admirably restricting Mumbai to a modest total of just 179 runs by the conclusion of the first innings.

Runs Scored 3 Runs

Score after 20 overs : 179/9

J Bumrah2 (1)

P Chawla1 (1)

S Sharma4-0-18-5

19.62

A couple of runs to end! Sandeep Sharma rolls his fingers across the ball and bowls it on a hard length outside off. Jasprit Bumrah brooms it away without much timing and gets it in the gap at mid-wicket which allows them to come back for the second run. Three runs and three wickets in the final over and Mumbai eventually finish with 179/9!

Jasprit Bumrah is the last man to walk out to bat for Mumbai.

19.5W

OUT! CAUGHT! A five-wicket haul for Sandeep Sharma and what a performance this has been from him, returning from injury and leading the attack. Slower full toss, not quite high and always dipping a bit. Bowled outside off stump and Tim David has to shuffle across and he looks to go over mid-wicket but ends up skiing it really high. Riyan Parag takes a fine catch near the ropes and manages to stay inside the ropes.

19.40

Dot ball and just one off this over so far, excellent bowling. Banged in short and outside off, Tim David swivels and pulls it without much timing to deep mid-wicket and denies the single.

19.31

No hat-trick! A juicy full toss, around off and angling across, Piyush Chawla punches it through covers and turns the strike over.

Piyush Chawla walks out to bat at number 10 for Mumbai and will face the hattrick ball from Sandeep Sharma.

19.2W

OUT! TAKEN! Two in two here for Sandeep Sharma and he has been the pick of the bowlers for Rajasthan. Another slower one, cross-seamer this time and bowled on a hard length wide of the off stump. Gerald Coetzee goes after it and ends up hitting it aerially back over the bowler's head. The timing just isn't there Shimron Hetmyer takes a fine running catch from long on as he covers good ground to his left.

Gerald Coetzee walks out to bat at number 9 for Mumbai.

19.1W

OUT! CAUGHT! Tilak Varma lost a bit of strike in the last couple of overs and that loss of momentum has resulted in his downfall as well. Sandeep Sharma comes from over the wicket and takes pace off, bowling it a tad short and outside off stump. Varma has to reach for it and looks to pull but hits it flat down to long on where Rovman Powell takes a sharp catch. End of a fine knock from Varma.

It will be Sandeep Sharma (3-0-15-2) to bowl the final over of the innings.

Runs Scored 6 Runs

Score after 19 overs : 176/6

T David3 (3)

T Varma65 (44)

A Khan4-0-49-1

18.62

Good effort in the deep from Shimron Hetmyer and only 6 runs come off the 19th over. Pitched up outside the off stump, Tim David gets across a bit and thumps it to the right of long off where Hetmyer gets across quickly and flicks the ball to the other fielder and keeps it down to two.

18.51

This is top bowling from Avesh Khan in his final over. Full and wide, angling across as well, Tilak Varma squeezes it out in front of point and picks up a single.

18.41

Full again and outside off stump, not allowing the batter to get under it, Tim David shuffles and hits it down to long on for a single.

18.41wd

WIDE! Loses his radar again and pushes the attempted yorker beyond the tramline outside off.

18.30

Another dot ball! Mumbai losing all momentum here as Avesh Khan nails the wide yorker this time around. Tim David can only manage to hit it towards the cover fielder.

18.31wd

WIDE! Full and wide, a bit too wide outside the tramline and no shot is offered by Tim David.

Tim David is the next man to walk out for Mumbai.

18.2W

OUT! LBW! Another huge appeal and the finger goes up for LBW! Hardik Pandya reviews it though. Avesh Khan steams in and looks for the straight yorker but serves a full toss instead. This one tails in a bit and dips late as Pandya looks to shuffle and whip it away. Pandya misses and gets hit right in front of the stumps. Clearly, no bat involved and Ball Tracking comes up with three reds. Mumbai lose another review as Pandya departs after another slim outing.

18.10

Goes full and wide and gets it full enough, Hardik Pandya tries to move to the off side and go after it but misses. Pandya does review it for a wide though. The third umpire checks and concludes that Pandya was already outside the off stump and the initial tramline needed to move as well and hence, no wide.

Avesh Khan (3-0-43-0) comes back to bowl his final over.

Runs Scored 9 Runs

Score after 18 overs : 170/5

H Pandya10 (8)

T Varma64 (43)

Y Chahal4-0-48-1

17.61

Short of a length, pulled off the back foot and aerially down to long on for a single.

17.52

That's sloppy from the fielder! Shorter one around off, punched towards cover and the fielder has a shy at the bowler's end with the batter well in the crease. No one to back up there and they get an extra run.

17.44

FOUR! Hard and straight! Flighted ball, full and on leg stump, Hardik Pandya punches it with a straight bat and beats Shimron Hetmyer who was running to his left from long on. Yuzvendra Chahal feels he should have stopped it.

17.30

Flatter one around off, getting some drift as well, Hardik Pandya rocks back and cuts it to backward point.

17.21

Full and outside off stump, Tilak Varma can't quite get under it and powers it down to long off for one more.

17.11

Nice and full on off stump, knocked down to long off for a single by Pandya.

Runs Scored 10 Runs

Score after 17 overs : 161/5

T Varma63 (42)

H Pandya2 (3)

T Boult4-0-32-2

16.66

SIX! Uh,. oh! The extra ball has cost Trent Boult plenty here. Good length around off and angled in, Tilak Varma gets under it and whacks it high and handsome over the mid-wicket fence for a biggie.

16.61wd

WIDE! Another slower bumper, short and outside off, a bit too short and Tilak Varma cannot reach it.

16.51

Switches to over the wicket and brings out another slower bumper, over leg stump and Hardik Pandya just angles the pull to deep backward square leg for a single.

16.40

Comes back from around the wicket to the right-hander and angles in a yorker on the stumps, Hardik Pandya just blocks it down the pitch.

16.31

Full and straight, gets it full enough, Tilak Varma stays deep in the crease and drills it down to long on for one run.

16.21

Back of a length and outside off, Hardik Pandya stands upright and punches it square past point for a single.

The skipper of Mumbai, Hardik Pandya walks out to bat at number 7 for his team.

16.1W

OUT! CAUGHT! Excellent bowling from Trent Boult as he sends Nehal Wadhera back for 49 and the partnership also ends on 99 runs. Boult comes back into the attack and comes from over the wicket, going for the change-up right away. This is the slower bumper, bowled well short and wide, Wadhera tries to reach out and gets it over point but toe-ends it just over point where Sandeep Sharma takes a simple catch. Excellent knock from Wadhera but Rajasthan finally have their fifth wicket and Boult gets his 250th T20 wicket.

Runs Scored 20 Runs

Score after 16 overs : 151/4

N Wadhera49 (23)

T Varma56 (40)

Y Chahal3-0-39-1

15.61

In the air but lands safely. Tossed well wide of the off stump, Nehal Wadhera goes after it and ends up lifting it high over cover-point. Yashasvi Jaiswal comes in from the deep but the ball falls well short. A single is taken and Wadhera moves to 49.

15.56

SIX! Wow, a third six in the over and Yuzvendra Chahal is left reeling here. Floated full and wide, Nehal Wadhera manages to reach it and gets enough power to take it over wide long on for another maximum.

15.46

SIX! That is humongous! Nehal Wadhera is playing some knock here. Full and right in the slot on middle and leg, Wadhera hangs deep and smokes the slog-sweep well over deep mid-wicket for a maximum.

15.31

Quicker and flatter around leg stump, flicked away off the back foot to deep square leg for a single.

15.20

Excellent review! A huge appeal and given! Yuzvendra Chahal spears this one in pretty full and at the stumps, getting it to dip late. Tilak Varma attempts the reverse sweep but misses and gets pinged on the pads. Nothing on UltraEdge and Ball Tracking shows that the ball is sliding past the off stump NOT OUT!

15.16

SIX! CRUNCHED! FIFTY up for Tilak Varma and this has been a fine, fine knock from the southpaw. Pushed fuller and just wider of the off stump, Varma goes down on one knee and slog-sweeps it over deep mid-wicket for a maximum. Varma also brings up 1000 runs in the Indian T20 League with that shot.

Runs Scored 11 Runs

Score after 15 overs : 131/4

T Varma49 (37)

N Wadhera36 (20)

S Sharma3-0-15-2

14.61

Wider on off again and on a good length, Tilak Varma slaps it to deep point and gets to the other end.

14.54

FOUR! How clever was that? Sandeep Sharma bowls this wider on off and on a fuller length, Tilak Varma reverse sweeps it over short third man for four more runs.

14.41

Takes pace off and bowls this at 116.7kph, on a length and outside off, Nehal Wadhera is early on his swipe and gets a leading edge towards deep cover for a single.

14.30

Misses out this time does Nehal Wadhera! Sandeep Sharma bowls the bouncer right and over middle and off, Nehal Wadhera looks to pull but misses out.

14.24

FOUR! Smartly done by Nehal Wadhera! Sandeep Sharma digs this one short and hits the deck over off, Nehal Wadhera waits back and ramps it over the keeper for four runs.

14.11

Starts from over the wicket and bowls this on a length, well outside off away from that hitting arc, Tilak Varma manages to reach out and slap it to deep cover for a single.

Strategic Break! This has been quite the comeback from Mumbai and the return of Nehal Wadhera has really been a positive one. The partnership between Wadhera and Tilak Varma is a crucial one and with the likes of Hardik Pandya and Tim David still to come, Mumbai might go all out here. Rajasthan need some control back in the game but they need wickets in order to do so and the in the last few, no such opportunity has been created. Let's see which side finishes the first half strongly.

Runs Scored 19 Runs

Score after 14 overs : 120/4

N Wadhera31 (17)

T Varma43 (34)

A Khan3-0-43-0

13.66

SIX! An expensive over this by Avesh Khan and Mumbai rack up 19 runs off it! Drops the length short and hits the deck hard over middle and off, Nehal Wadhera stays back and nails the pull shot over mid-wicket for a biggie!

13.51

Bowls this nicely on a good length and on middle and leg, Tilak Varma makes some room and cuts it to cover for a single.

13.44

FOUR! That's easy pickings! Looks for the yorker and ends up bowling a low full toss on off, Tilak Varma picks it on the full and drives it straight past mid off for four more runs.

13.31

Takes pace off and angles this back in, from around middle, Nehal Wadhera steers it to third man for a single.

13.26

SIX! Up, up and over! Avesh Khan bowls this one fuller and right in the arc on off, Nehal Wadhera clubs it straight down the ground as his bottom hand comes off the bat handle but still manages to clear the ropes over long on.

13.11

Bangs the length just outside off, Tilak Varma slaps it to mid off and gets to the other end.

Runs Scored 6 Runs

Score after 13 overs : 101/4

N Wadhera18 (14)

T Varma37 (31)

R Ashwin4-0-31-0

12.62

Brings up the 100 runs for Mumbai! ushes this one into the pads on a fuller length, Nehal Wadhera tucks it behind the square on leg for a brace.

12.51

Fuller in length and outside off, Tilak Varma cuts it to sweeper cover for a single.

12.40

Beaten on this occasion! Flighst this one up just outside off, Tilak Varma looks to cut it square but misses out on any connection.

12.31

Drags the length short and on off, Nehal Wadhera gets on a knee and slaps it to deep point for a single.

12.21

A low full toss on the stumps, Tilak Varma drives it to long on for a single.

12.11

Goes fuller and into that off stump line, Nehal Wadhera slashes it over cover for a single.

Runs Scored 13 Runs

Score after 12 overs : 95/4

T Varma35 (28)

N Wadhera14 (11)

Y Chahal2-0-19-1

11.64

FOUR! Another boundary in the over and these two batters are ticking along nicely for Mumbai. Shorter in length outside off, Tilak Varma pounces on the width and slaps it through cover for a boundary.

11.51

A tad shorter and outside off, Nehal Wadhera slaps it to long off for a single.

11.41

Fuller and into the stumps, Tilak Varma drives it to long off for a single.

11.42wd

TWO WIDES! Bowls this fuller and down leg, Nehal Wadhera looks to sweep but misses out. The ball evades the keeper and the batters cross for a run.

11.31

Tosses it up and into the stumps, Tilak Varma takes a step out and flicks it to deep mid-wicket for a single.

11.24

FOUR! Some extra width on offer and gets the treatment! Drifts this one wider on off on a fuller length, Tilak Varma rocks back and punches this through cover for a boundary.

11.10

Goes fuller and on off, Tilak Varma punches it to cover.

Runs Scored 10 Runs

Score after 11 overs : 82/4

N Wadhera13 (10)

T Varma25 (23)

R Ashwin3-0-25-0

10.64

FOUR! Sounded sweet off the bat! Ravichandran Ashwin drops the length short and over middle, Nehal Wadhera rocks back and picks the length perfectly nailing his pull over mid-wicket for four runs.

10.51

Fuller and attacking the stumps, Tilak Varma pushes it to long off for a single.

10.41

Tosses this one fuller and on middle and off, Nehal Wadhera sweeps it to deep square leg for a single.

10.31

Tosses this one up on that off stump line, Tilak Varma works it to long off for a single.

10.22

Goes fuller and into the pads, Tilak Varma tucks it in front of deep mid-wicket and gets a brace.

10.11

Comes from around the wicket and bowls this on a fuller length, drifting back into the stumps, Nehal Wadhera cuts it to deep cover for a single.

Runs Scored 6 Runs

Score after 10 overs : 72/4

T Varma21 (20)

N Wadhera7 (7)

A Khan2-0-24-0

9.60

Ends well does Avesh Khan. Slightly back of a length and angled into the body of the batter, Tilak Varma gets cramped for room and jams it out to mid-wicket.

9.61wd

WIDE! Banged in short and outside off stump, it was the slower one and the ball looped over the batter to the keeper, wide called.

9.50

Back of a length, a smidge wider of the off stump, Tilak Varma looks to cut but doesn't quite time it in front of point.

9.40

Just a touch fuller and straighter at the stumps, Tilak Varma has to defend it from the crease towards cover.

9.34

FOUR! Innovative from Tilak Varma! Hard length again outside off and angling in, Varma gets inside the line early and paddles it over short fine leg for a boundary.

9.21

Hard length in the channel around off, Nehal Wadhera hangs back and angles it away behind backward point for a single.

9.10

Beauty! Steams in from around the wicket and nails the length around off stump, getting it to angle in and then just straightening a touch. Nehal Wadhera is bamboozled as the ball whizzed past the outside edge.

Runs Scored 10 Runs

Score after 9 overs : 66/4

N Wadhera6 (5)

T Varma17 (16)

R Ashwin2-0-15-0

8.61

Nicely flighted on the stumps, Nehal Wadhera leans ahead and knocks it down to long on for a run. 10 off it!

8.51

The call is for two but Tilak Varma won't get it. Flatter one, angled in, Varma works it away through wide mid on for another single.

8.41

On a length and on middle, angling in, tucked away 'round the corner for one more.

8.31

Bowled shorter and angled into the batter, Tilak Varma goes back and across before pulling it away to deep mid-wicket for a run.

8.26

SIX! Pleasing to the eye! Drifted into middle and leg, Tilak Varma comes down the pitch and just lifts it effortlessly over long on for a biggie.

8.10

Quicker one at 101.6 clicks and angled in from around off, Tilak Varma punches it square towards cover.

Runs Scored 6 Runs

Score after 8 overs : 56/4

N Wadhera4 (3)

T Varma9 (12)

Y Chahal1-0-6-1

7.60

Quicker through the air and bowled full on off stump, Nehal Wadhera watchfully defends it out.

7.54

FOUR! Nicely done! Pushed fuller and around off, Nehal Wadhera gets inside the line well and paddles it down to fine leg for a welcome boundary.

7.40

Bowled flatter and on off stump, Nehal Wadhera just blocks it off.

Strategic break! Rajasthan continues to assert their dominance over Mumbai, with the introduction of spin proving to be a masterstroke by Sanju Samson. Mumbai find themselves in a desperate situation, longing to forge a significant partnership to stem the tide of Rajasthan's onslaught while the hosts will now aim to tighten the screws further, pushing Mumbai deeper against the wall and capitalizing on their current advantage. With that, Nehal Wadhera walks out to bat at number 6 for Mumbai.

7.3W

OUT! CAUGHT AND BOWLED! In a league of his own now, Yuzvendra Chahal, as he brings up 200 wickets in the Indian T20 League, becoming the first player to do so. Tosses this one up on the middle and leg and gets the ball to dip a bit. The ball holds in the deck and just turns away a touch. Mohammad Nabi leans on to flick but is caught on the crease and ends up chipping it back to the bowler. Chahal takes a simple return catch and goes on his knees as he crosses a significant milestone.

7.21

On a dragged length around off stump, this is wristed away from deep in the crease to deep mid-wicket for one more.

7.11

Floats it up full and around off, spinning away, Mohammad Nabi looks to go big but adjusts late and just strokes it past short cover for a single.

It will be spin from both ends as Yuzvendra Chahal comes into the attack from the other end.

Runs Scored 5 Runs

Score after 7 overs : 50/3

M Nabi22 (15)

T Varma8 (11)

R Ashwin1-0-5-0

6.61

Nicely tossed up around off, Mohammad Nabi uses his feet and pushes it down to long off for a run. The 50 now comes up for Mumbai.

6.51

Drops it a bit short and at the pads, worked off the back foot past mid-wicket for a single.

6.40

Nicely drifted into middle, a bit full and Tilak Varma leans ahead to drive it towards mid off.

6.41wd

WIDE! Just angled down the leg side, Tilak Varma misses the flick and a wide is called.

6.31

Flatter one, drifted into middle and leg, Mohammad Nabi waits on the back foot and works it in front of mid-wicket for one more.

6.21

Fuller this time, Tilak Varma advances a bit and flicks it through mid-wicket for a single.

6.10

Quick and flat, speared in on a length on middle, Tilak Varma watchfully defends it back to Ashwin.

Spin is introduced soon after the powerplay and Ravichandran Ashwin comes on to bowl now.

Runs Scored 18 Runs

Score after 6 overs : 45/3

T Varma6 (7)

M Nabi20 (13)

A Khan1-0-18-0

5.61

Hard length around the top of middle and off, Tilak Varma hops and bunts it down on the off side for another quick single. 18 off that over and Mumbai finish the Powerplay with a bit of a flourish,.

5.51

Back of a length over middle, tucked away neatly in front of square leg for a run.

5.44

FOUR! This time to the left of deep point! Short and wide, too much width on offer and Mohammad Nabi cuts it just behind point for yet another boundary.

5.34

FOUR! This is excellent from Mohammad Nabi. Hard length outside off, Nabi plays it late and just caresses it in front of the point region for a boundary.

5.26

SIX! The extra run has cost Rajasthan a lot more here! Banged in short and at the batter, Mohammad Nabi just goes after it and nails the flat-batted pull over deep square leg for a maximum.

5.12

Overthrow! Bangs it in on a hard length and outside off, Mohammad Nabi dabs it down towards point and runs a single and the throw at the keeper's end is a wide one. The batters do well to get the extra run and the skipper isn't happy.

Avesh Khan comes into the attack now.

Runs Scored 6 Runs

Score after 5 overs : 27/3

M Nabi3 (8)

T Varma5 (6)

T Boult3-0-22-1

4.61lb

LEG BYES! Gets the ball to nip back in from a good length and into the pads, Mohammad Nabi gets a step across and looks to scoop it away but misses out. The ball clips the top of his front pad and trickles down to short fine leg for a single.

4.51

Hits the deck at 139.2kph, on a good length and into the stumps, Tilak Varma punches it closing the bat face a bit towards mid on for a single.

4.41

Pitches this on a length and angles it away from outside off, Mohammad Nabi drives it to deep cover for a single.

4.31

On a back of a length, around middle and off, Tilak Varma dabs it in front of point and gets a quick single.

4.20

Goes full and attacks the stumps, Tilak Varma blocks it to cover.

4.21wd

WIDE! Tries to attack the pads on a length but sprays it down leg, Tilak Varma looks to flick but withdraws the shot as the umpire calls it a wide.

4.11

Hurls this on a nagging length around middle and leg and gets the ball to nip back in sharp, Mohammad Nabi manages to tucks it to the on side and pinches a single.

Runs Scored 1 Runs

Score after 4 overs : 21/3

M Nabi1 (5)

T Varma3 (3)

S Sharma2-0-4-2

3.61

What an over this has been, just 1 run off it and a wicket! Goes fuller again and into the pads, Mohammad Nabi nudges it to wide of long on and gets a single.

3.50

Goes fuller this time and into the pads, Mohammad Nabi tucks it to short mid-wicket.

3.40

Still no run in the over! Bowls this nicely on a good length and on that off stump line, Mohammad Nabi punches it back to the bowler.

3.30

And again! Hits that length right and just outside off, Mohammad Nabi gets his bat ahead and pushes it to cover.

3.20

Bangs the deck on a good length and on top of off, Mohammad Nabi pushes it to mid off.

Mohammad Nabi is the new batter in.

3.1W

OUT! CAUGHT! A soft dismissal and the in-form Suryakumar Yadav has to walk back for just 10 runs. Sandeep Sharma comes from over the wicket and bowls this on a fuller length around middle and leg and gets the ball to nip back in a bit, Suryakumar Yadav covers the line and looks to flick it away over the mid-wicket but gets it off the outer half of the bat in front of long on where Rovman Powell rushes in and takes a good catch around his waist.

Runs Scored 11 Runs

Score after 3 overs : 20/2

S Yadav10 (7)

T Varma3 (3)

T Boult2-0-17-1

2.61

Takes some pace off and bowls this on a nagging length just outside off, Suryakumar Yadav whips it to deep mid-wicket for a single to end the over.

2.50

Straighter and fuller, attacking the stumps, Suryakumar Yadav taps it dead straight past the bowler.

2.44

FOUR! Cut to precision! It was a good delivery by Boult angling back into the right-hander on a length and around middle and off, Suryakumar Yadav gets on top of his toes and opens the bat face delicately to steer the ball wider of short third for four more runs.

2.30

Angles this one back in, on a good length and into the pads, Suryakumar Yadav tucks it to short mid-wicket.

2.24

FOUR! Top shot! Boult offers width outside off and bowls this on a length, Suryakumar Yadav stays put and reaches out for this before driving it through covers for four runs.

2.11

Pitches this fuller in length and just outside off, Tilak Varma taps it behind point and gets a single.

2.11wd

WIDE! Bangs the deck on a shorter length over middle, Tilak Varma swivels across an looks for the pull but the ball climbs on him and the umpire calls it a wide. Sanju Samson and Trent Boult think of reviewing it but then let it go.

Runs Scored 3 Runs

Score after 2 overs : 9/2

T Varma2 (2)

S Yadav1 (2)

S Sharma1-0-3-1

1.61

Goes a tad fuller and into the pads, Tilak Varma delicately tucks it behind square of the wicket on leg and gets a single to end the over.

1.51

SKY gets off the mark too! Lands this one on a length and gets the ball to swing back in a bit, Suryakumar Yadav punches it to mid on and gets to the other end.

1.41

Goes fuller in length and on that off-stump line, Tilak Varma drives it to deep cover for a single to get off the mark.

Tilak Varma walks in with Mumbai in a spot of early bother.

1.3W

OUT! CAUGHT BEHIND! What a review this has been and both the openers for Mumbai are back in the hut! A loud appeal for caught behind and the umpire stays unmoved. Sanju Samson thinks there is an edge and sends it upstairs for a review. Sandeep Sharma bowls this on a length outside off and gets the ball to shape away off the deck yet again, Ishan Kishan is tempted and pokes at it while Sanju Samson collects it clean behind the stumps. The replays roll on and the UltraEdge confirms there was a spike as the ball passed the bat and the decision is overturned to OUT!

1.20

Bowls this a tad fuller and into off stump line, Ishan Kishan drives it off the lower half of the bat straight back to the bowler.

1.10

Starts from over the wicket and bowls this nicely on a length outside off and gets the ball to shape away off the deck even further, Ishan Kishan holds the bat high and leaves this one go through to the keeper.

Sandeep Sharma to operate from the other end.

Runs Scored 6 Runs

Score after 1 overs : 6/1

S Yadav0 (1)

I Kishan0 (0)

T Boult1-0-6-1

0.60

A great start from Trent Boult! Lands this on a good length and into the body of Suryakumar Yadav who nudges it with soft hands towards mid on.

Suryakumar Yadav is in at number 3.

0.5W

OUT! CAUGHT! Trent Boult repeats what he had done the previous time these two sides met and gets the big fish! Boult hurls this on a shorter length and hits the deck hard over middle and off, Rohit Sharma looks to pick the length and pull it away but only gets a top edge into the night sky behind the wickets. Sanju Samson settles under the ball and takes a good catch to see the back of Rohit Sharma.

0.40

Bowls this on a good length and angles it back into the right-hander, Rohit Sharma just tucks it to mid-wicket for no runs.

0.30

Good delivery that! Bangs the deck on a length over middle and off, Rohit Sharma gets hurried a bit but manages to stab it back onto the deck.

0.24

FOUR! Off the edge but it all counts! Boult bowls this on a good length and gets the ball to straighten off the deck, Rohit Sharma with full face of the bat looks to push at it straight but gets a thick outside edge running past backward point for a boundary.

0.12

Runs straightaway and Rohit Sharma is off the mark! Trent Boult steams in from over the wicket and bowls a fuller delivery, into the pads, Rohit Sharma flicks it neatly to the deep mid-wicket region and gets two runs.

All in readiness for the game to begin! The two umpires are the first ones to make their way out in the middle as the players of Rajasthan can be seen in a huddle before taking their places on the field. It will be the dynamic duo of former skipper Rohit Sharma and Ishan Kishan to open the innings for Mumbai as usual. Trent Boult has been handed the new ball and is raring to go. Let's play...

Sanju Samson, the captain of Rajasthan says they wanted to bowl first and are happy to have lost the toss. Adds that this is a big tournament and when momentum is going well they have to keep going and with the gap between the games they reflect on how to get better. Mentions that they now know how the wicket will play and they respect all the opponents and Mumbai is a good side and they only look to play the game and think of the controllables. Concludes that Sandeep Sharma comes back into the side and Kuldeep Sen misses out.

Hardik Pandya, the captain of Mumbai says that they will bat first as it looks like a good wicket and they didn't see much dew in the practice session. On playing his 100th game for Mumbai, he says that he is very grateful as he started his journey with them. Adds that they have been a bit unlucky with close encounters. Ends by informing that they have a few changes in the team with the likes of Nuwan Thushara, Nehal Wadhera and Piyush Chawla coming in.

Impact players nominated by Mumbai -  Nuwan Thushara, Akash Madhwal, Naman Dhir, Shams Mulani, Dewald Brevis.

Mumbai (Playing XI) - Rohit Sharma, Ishan Kishan (WK), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (C), Tim David, Nehal Wadhera (in place of Akash Madhwal), Gerald Coetzee, Mohammad Nabi, Piyush Chawla (in place of Shreyas Gopal), Jasprit Bumrah.

Impact players nominated by Rajasthan - Jos Buttler, Keshav Maharaj, Shubham Dubey, Navdeep Saini, Tom Kohler-Cadmore.

Rajasthan (Playing XI) - Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rovman Powell, Sanju Samson (C)(WK), Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel, Ravichandran Ashwin, Trent Boult, Avesh Khan, Sandeep Sharma (in place of Kuldeep Sen), Yuzvendra Chahal.

TOSS - MUMBAI have won the toss and will BAT first!

Despite a rocky start to the season, Mumbai have orchestrated an impressive turnaround, securing victory in three out of their last four matches to propel themselves into the mid-table battle. The skipper, Hardik Pandya, fueled by the desire to avenge their previous loss to Rajasthan, where Mumbai's innings crumbled to a mere 125 runs, will undoubtedly be poised to lead the charge. Rohit Sharma and Ishan Kishan have been instrumental in providing Mumbai with solid starts at the top, while Suryakumar Yadav's return and aggressive middle-order batting have added a new dimension to the team's performance. However, the inconsistency in the bowling department looms large, with Jasprit Bumrah lacking support from his fellow bowlers, a factor that could prove pivotal in their upcoming clash against the league leaders. With a lot at stake, will Mumbai exact revenge and deal a blow to the hosts in front of their home crowd? Or will Rajasthan extend their dominance and further fortify their hold on a top-two berth? We shall soon find out as the Toss and team updates come to you shortly.

Rajasthan have been a force to be reckoned with, showcasing their dominance by clinching victory in six out of their seven encounters thus far, thanks to consistent team performances. Despite Yashasvi Jaiswal struggling to find his rhythm at the top, the middle order, led by Riyan Parag, has risen to the occasion, delivering stellar performances consistently and aiding in setting imposing totals on the scoreboard. The formidable bowling unit, spearheaded by the lethal duo of Trent Boult and Yuzvendra Chahal, has emerged as a formidable threat to opponents. Both Boult and Chahal left a lasting impression against their former franchise, Mumbai, in their previous encounter. Armed with a potent combination of talent both on paper and on the field, captain Sanju Samson yet again will lead the charge, aiming to maintain their momentum and secure another commanding victory, solidifying their position atop the league standings.

Hello and a warm welcome to match number 38 of this exhilarating season of the Indian T20 League! The stage is set at the iconic Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, where the table-toppers, Rajasthan, extend their hospitality to the powerhouse Mumbai team for the much-anticipated reverse fixture clash following Rajasthan's triumphant victory on Mumbai's home turf earlier this month.

... MATCH DAY ...

The Indian T20 League 2024 sees a clash of titans as Rajasthan, one of the most consistent teams, faces the formidable Mumbai at the Sawai Mansingh Indoor Stadium. Rajasthan, having lost just once this season, enters the match buoyed by an incredible win fueled by Jos Buttler's heroic century against Kolkata. Buttler's sublime form, coupled with Riyan Parag finally meeting expectations, bolsters their lineup. Despite Yashasvi Jaiswal's struggles, the presence of Sanju Samson, Shimron Hetmyer, and Rovman Powell ensures a formidable batting order. Trent Boult spearheads their bowling attack, ably supported by Avesh Khan and Kuldeep Sen. The spin duo of Ravichandran Ashwin and Yuzvendra Chahal adds depth, with Keshav Maharaj and Nandre Burger effectively utilized. With confidence soaring after their last win, Rajasthan aims for their seventh victory of the season. Mumbai, meanwhile, secured a nail-biting win against Punjab, with Jasprit Bumrah's ​​​​brilliance guiding them home. While Bumrah and Gerald Coetzee shines, concerns linger over the economy rates of other bowlers, with Akash Madhwal needing to elevate his game. Mohammad Nabi's accurate spin and Shreyas Gopal's support provide balance. In batting, Rohit Sharma's freedom post-captaincy and Ishan Kishan's aggressive approach bolster Mumbai's firepower. SKY has been exceptional after his return from injury with two cracking fifties to his name. Tilak Varma's consistency and Tim David's finishing prowess strengthen their lineup, while Pandya seeks a defining performance. Desperate for a win to stay competitive, Mumbai faces a formidable Rajasthan side. Head-to-head encounters between these teams have often been tight affairs, promising another thrilling contest. Both teams are hungry for victory, with Mumbai seeking to climb the ladder and Rajasthan aiming to maintain their league-topping position. Anticipation runs high for yet another exciting showdown. Let's wait and watch who emerges victorious in this battle of giants.

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