IPL Playoffs: Suresh Raina Leads All-Time Scorers as Mumbai Indians Advance

IPL Playoffs: A Test of Character

As fans revel in the excitement of the matches, it is the playoffs that truly challenge players' resilience, consistency, and competitive spirit. Among the standout performers in this IPL season, Suresh Raina has emerged as the all-time leading scorer in playoff history, according to CricketGully.

Mumbai Indians Move Forward

Following their victory over the Gujarat Titans, the Mumbai Indians are set to face the Punjab Kings in the next qualifier at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Mumbai secured a 20-run win against Gujarat, with Rohit Sharma contributing significantly by scoring 81 runs, helping the team reach a total of 228. This total proved too challenging for Gujarat, who lost Shubman Gill early in the innings. Although Sai Sudarshan made a commendable effort, he too fell short of completing the chase.

Washington Sundar was instrumental for the Titans, nearing a half-century, but Mumbai's bowlers, led by Jasprit Bumrah, managed to break the partnership at a crucial moment. Bumrah's yorker dismissed Washington, marking Mumbai's first breakthrough. The winner of the upcoming qualifier will face the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2025 finals, with Mumbai aiming for their sixth championship title.