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De Kock's Brilliance Not Enough for Mumbai Indians
17 Apr
Summary
- Mumbai Indians lost their fourth consecutive IPL match.
- Quinton de Kock scored an unbeaten 112 runs.
- Punjab Kings successfully chased a target of 195 runs.
The Mumbai Indians are experiencing a worrying slide in the Indian Premier League 2026, having suffered their fourth consecutive loss on Thursday. This puts them in ninth place in the 10-team standings. Even a strong performance with the bat, featuring Quinton de Kock's sensational unbeaten 112, which helped post 195/6, was not enough to secure a victory.
Punjab Kings mounted a strong chase, successfully reaching the target in 16.3 overs for a seven-wicket win. This defeat deepens the concerns for the Mumbai Indians, led by Hardik Pandya. The team has now won only one out of five matches played this season, with even key bowler Jasprit Bumrah experiencing an unusual wicketless streak.
Amidst the team's struggles, a new player, Mayank Rawat, made his debut. The 26-year-old all-rounder from New Delhi did not face a ball and was not required to bowl, ending his debut with 0 not out. Rawat's journey to the IPL includes years of consistent performances in domestic cricket and the Delhi Premier League, earning him a spot after an injury to Mitchell Santner.
