Mumbai Indians (MI) achieved a historic feat in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 by breaking Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) all-time record for most wins at a single venue. With their dominant 8-wicket victory over KKR at the Wankhede Stadium, MI secured their 53rd win at this iconic venue, surpassing KKR's 52 wins at Eden Gardens.
Ashwani, a 23-year-old fast bowler, made his IPL debut with a 4-wicket haul for 24 runs, becoming the first Indian to achieve this feat on debut. His victims included key KKR batsmen like Ajinkya Rahane, Rinku Singh, Manish Pandey, and Andre Russell.
Rickelton played a crucial role in MI’s chase, scoring an unbeaten 61 runs to ensure a comfortable win with 43 balls to spare. This victory marked MI’s 10th win against KKR at Wankhede Stadium, further solidifying their dominance over their opponents at this venue. MI captain Hardik Pandya won the toss and opted to bowl first. The team featured a mix of experienced players and newcomers, including Ashwani Kumar and Ryan Rickelton.
With this win, Mumbai Indians lifted themselves from the bottom of the points table to sixth position, revitalizing their campaign in IPL 2025.Despite being the defending champions, KKR’s inconsistent form continues to be a concern as they face challenges in maintaining momentum throughout the season.
Mumbai Indians’ historic win not only broke records but also marked a significant turnaround in their IPL 2025 journey. With Ashwani Kumar’s impressive debut and Ryan Rickelton’s impactful half-century, MI demonstrated their strength and depth, setting the stage for a competitive season ahead.