Mumbai Indians came out with aggressive intent at the Wankhede, surging to 56/2 by the end of the powerplay. Their brisk start was helped in no small part by some lackluster fielding from Gujarat Titans, who missed chances and let early runs slip through.
However, as the innings progressed, the momentum shifted. GT’s bowlers tightened the screws in the middle overs, applying pressure and picking up regular wickets to derail MI’s charge. By the time the 19th over wrapped up, the hosts were tottering at 137/7, far from where they had once looked headed.
At the crease stood Corbin Bosch, relatively new to the MI setup and batting on a modest 14 off 18 balls. With just six deliveries remaining and MI still short of a respectable total, Bosch decided it was time to take matters into his own hands.
Facing the final over from Prasidh Krishna, he got going in style—rocking back and dispatching the first ball over mid-wicket for a clean six. It was a statement shot, but what came next was even more jaw-dropping.
Anticipating a full delivery next, Bosch stayed low, poised for something unconventional. As Krishna delivered the second ball, Bosch knelt down and, in a flash, reverse-swept the pacer with astonishing precision and timing.
The ball sailed over third man for another six—his second in as many balls. It was a shot straight out of the T20 playbook’s most daring pages, combining quick reflexes, audacity, and execution. Even Prasidh Krishna was left momentarily stunned.
On the sidelines, Mumbai’s batting coach Kieron Pollard watched the moment unfold. A man known for his own flair and power-hitting exploits, Pollard didn’t erupt in celebration or applause—but his subtle nod and silent smile said it all. Bosch had earned the West Indian veteran’s respect with a stroke that few would dare, and even fewer could pull off so cleanly under pressure.
Social media, never one to miss a moment of magic, erupted with praise. Fans and commentators flooded timelines with clips and reactions, mirroring Pollard’s stunned admiration.
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The reverse-sweep six became an instant highlight, not just for the innings, but for the night as a whole. Bosch, in just two deliveries, had not only lifted MI’s total past 150 but also etched his name into the memory of those watching with a shot of pure imagination and nerve.