SRH vs MI IPL 2025: Jaydev Unadkat’s 100th Wicket, Ishan Kishan Controversy & Mumbai’s Bowling Brilliance

The IPL 2025 season has been nothing short of thrilling, and last night's showdown between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Mumbai Indians (MI) only added more fire to the mix. A match that had everything—controversy, bowling brilliance, and standout partnerships—will surely be remembered as one of the most eventful games of the season so far.

A Controversial Twist: Ishan Kishan's 'Not Out'

Facing a swinging delivery down the leg side from Deepak Chahar, Kishan attempted a glance but missed making proper contact. Surprisingly, none of the MI players appealed for a catch behind. However, wicketkeeper Ryan Rickelton collected the ball cleanly, and Kishan, thinking he was out, started walking off on his own.

Umpire Vinod Seshan initially looked like he was about to signal a wide, raising both arms sideways. But noticing Kishan walking, he hesitated and then signaled out with one arm raised. MI captain Hardik Pandya acknowledged Kishan’s honesty by patting him on the helmet.

But a few deliveries later, the UltraEdge replay showed no spike, indicating there was no edge. So essentially, Kishan walked even though he hadn’t edged the ball, and the umpire declared him out based on his action.

This was the second time this season Kishan was dismissed caught behind down the leg side. He walked back for just 1 run off 4 balls, leaving SRH struggling at 9 for 2 in 2.1 overs. Things only got worse as they crashed to 35 for 5 by the ninth over, eventually managing just 143 for 8 — a total that MI chased comfortably.

Mumbai’s Bowling Masterclass Sinks SRH

When Mumbai Indians walked onto the field on April 23, 2025, against Sunrisers Hyderabad, they knew the stakes were high. With playoff dreams on the line and fierce competition in the points table, MI needed nothing short of a miracle. What they delivered instead was a bowling masterclass that not only dismantled SRH but also sent a strong message to every team in the IPL.

Trent Boult brought the heat with a fiery opening spell. Using his trademark swing and deadly accuracy, the Kiwi speedster tore through Hyderabad’s top order, finishing with sensational figures of 4/26. His early strikes removed both openers and instantly put SRH on the back foot, creating a momentum shift that MI capitalized on throughout the match.

Balancing that aggression was Deepak Chahar, the silent assassin. With impeccable control and subtle variations, Chahar bowled a tight 4-over spell, conceding just 12 runs and picking up 2 crucial wickets in the middle overs. His ability to extract movement off the surface and keep the batters guessing ensured SRH could never build a meaningful recovery.

Together, Boult and Chahar executed a perfect game plan—one attacked, the other choked—and SRH simply couldn’t find answers.

Klassen & Abhinav: The Lone Warriors

​In the IPL 2025 clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Mumbai Indians (MI) on April 23, SRH faced a daunting challenge after a top-order collapse left them reeling at 35/5. Amidst this crisis, Heinrich Klaasen and Abhinav Manohar emerged as the team's saviors, forging a resilient 99-run partnership off 63 balls. ​

Heinrich Klaasen, stepping in during a precarious situation, showcased his class with a composed 71 off 44 balls. His innings was a blend of caution and aggression, highlighted by a remarkable reverse-scooped six off Jasprit Bumrah in the 19th over.

Abhinav Manohar, introduced as an impact substitute, complemented Klaasen's approach with a steady 43-run knock. Their partnership not only stabilized the innings but also propelled SRH to a total of 143/8, providing the bowlers with a target to defend.

Despite their valiant efforts, SRH couldn't contain MI's batting lineup, eventually succumbing to a 7-wicket defeat.

Unadkat's 100th IPL Wicket

Jaydev Unadkat, fresh off achieving his 100th IPL wicket, showed why experience matters in high-pressure games. While he didn’t pick multiple wickets, his tight lines and calm demeanor helped maintain control when Hyderabad’s lower order looked to swing freely.But what stole the show was his one-handed reflex catch off his own bowling to dismiss Ryan Rickelton—an early contender for Catch of the Tournament.

His spell was a masterclass in defensive bowling, and it kept the required rate sky-high for SRH throughout.

The points table after yesterday's match stands as below-