NEW DELHI: Mumbai Indians continued their remarkable resurgence in the Indian Premier League 2025 season, securing a commanding 54-run victory over Lucknow Super Giants at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday.
The triumph marked MI’s fifth consecutive win, lifting them to third in the ten-team points table with 12 points from 10 matches, firmly placing them in the playoff race after a rocky start where they managed just one win in their first five games.
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The post-match celebrations at Wankhede were electric, with thousands of young Mumbai Indians supporters creating a festive atmosphere. In a touching moment that won hearts across social media, MI captain Hardik Pandya stole the spotlight.
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During the team’s lap of honour after the win, Hardik crossed the advertising boards and personally handed his cap to a young fan standing by the barricades. The spontaneous gesture sparked a massive roar from the crowd, especially the young “Paltan,” and the video of the moment quickly went viral online.
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Mumbai Indians shared the emotional clip with the caption: “Hardik & his little Paltan,” capturing the spirit of connection between the team and its supporters.
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With momentum firmly on their side, Hardik’s rejuvenated Mumbai Indians will next face Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur, looking to extend their winning streak and inch closer to securing a playoff berth with two more victories needed from their remaining four games.
