Tonight’s IPL 2025 clash between Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians is more than just a league match — it’s a battle for a playoff spot. The game will be played at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, from 7:30 PM IST.
KL Rahul, captain and key batter for Delhi Capitals (DC), enters this high-pressure match with a phenomenal record — both against Mumbai Indians (MI) and at Wankhede Stadium. He’s in top form this season, and with DC needing a win to stay alive, Rahul’s role becomes even more crucial.
KL Rahul vs Mumbai Indians – IPL Stats (2014–2025)
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches | 19 |
| Innings | 19 |
| Not Outs | 6 |
| Runs | 965 |
| Highest Score | 103* |
| Batting Average | 74.23 |
| Balls Faced | 714 |
| Strike Rate | 135.15 |
| Centuries (100s) | 3 |
| Fifties (50s) | 6 |
| Ducks | 0 |
| Fours | 75 |
| Sixes | 38 |
Expert Take:
Rahul averages over 74 against MI — an extraordinary figure in T20 cricket. With 3 centuries and 6 fifties, he’s crossed 50+ in nearly half his innings. He’s also never been dismissed for a duck vs MI, which shows his mental strength and ability to handle pressure.
KL Rahul at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai (2015–2024)
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches | 12 |
| Runs | 634 |
| Highest Score | 103* |
| Batting Average | 63.4 |
| Centuries (100s) | 2 |
| Catches | 6 |
| Stumpings | 0 |
Expert View:
KL Rahul loves playing at Wankhede. A batting average of 63.4 and two centuries at this ground prove he knows how to pace his innings here. Whether it’s a chase or setting a total, Wankhede suits Rahul’s natural stroke play and timing.
- His record vs MI makes him a match-winner on paper and on the field.
- Wankhede’s pitch supports batting, and Rahul’s calm approach can anchor DC’s innings.
- MI’s pace attack may test him early, but Rahul has handled Bumrah and Boult well in the past.
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If Delhi Capitals are to win tonight and stay in the playoff race, KL Rahul needs to fire. His stunning track record against MI and comfort at the Wankhede make him the most important player in this crucial match
