It was an exhilarating match that went down to the wire as Mumbai Indians clinched a thrilling victory by 6 wickets. Nortje bowled to Tim David, who dug the ball out towards deep mid-off, where the fielder made a throw back to the stumps.
Warner attempted a flat throw, but it was not accurate enough. Porel leaped to gather the ball and took off the bails quickly, but David managed to dive and make it to the crease just in time. Mumbai Indians sealed the win on the final ball of the match, making it an absolutely exhilarating contest.
Mumbai Indians secured their first victory of the season, while Delhi Capitals suffered their fourth consecutive loss. It has been a tough season for Warner and his team, with the captain himself struggling with his strike rate.
Axar Patel’s fifty was crucial for DC, as it helped them reach a decent total after being put in to bat by the visitors. In response, Rohit and Kishan provided a strong start for Mumbai Indians, and although they lost some quick wickets during the run chase, their top three batsmen ensured a victory.
David and Green displayed calm and composed performances to help MI cross the finish line. However, Delhi Capitals may face a difficult season as history in the IPL has shown teams that struggle early on often continue to do so throughout the tournament.