Delhi Capitals were defeated by 59 runs against Mumbai Indians in a must-win IPL 2025 clash at the Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday, May 21. Mumbai booked their spot in the playoffs after a poor start to the season. Delhi, who have 13 points from 13 matches, were knocked out of playoff contention.
"Mukesh Kumar has been fined 10 per cent of his match fees and has also accumulated One Demerit Point for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during his team’s match against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Wednesday," read the IPL statement.
"For Level 1 breaches of the Code of Conduct, the Match Referee’s decision is final and binding."
Mukesh Kumar Has a Forgettable Outing with the Ball
Mukesh tried to pitch the ball up, which the batsmen exploited fully. He called for a physio after the fourth ball of his final over but completed the over and ended up conceding 48 runs in his four overs. Mumbai Indians set a strong total of 180/5 on a tough pitch that favored spin.
Delhi Capitals Bowled Out for 121 Runs in the Penultimate Over
Delhi struggled from the start of their chase. Stand-in captain Faf du Plessis and KL Rahul were dismissed within the first three overs, leaving Delhi in a difficult position. Mitchell Santner dismantled Delhi’s middle order, taking three wickets for just 11 runs, while Jasprit Bumrah secured three wickets.
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