The Mumbai Indians (MI) are set to lock horns with the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Match 33 of IPL 2025, set to take place at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST.
MI head into this game after a confidence-boosting 12-run win over Delhi Capitals. While Delhi looked comfortable chasing a massive total, MI’s bowlers fought back in the death overs to snatch a thrilling win. With two wins from six games, Hardik Pandya and Co. will be eager to turn their season around.
SRH, meanwhile, will be brimming with confidence after pulling off a record-breaking chase against Punjab Kings, chasing down 246 with eight wickets in hand. Abhishek Sharma’s explosive 141 (55) was the talk of the tournament and has given Hyderabad the momentum they needed after a shaky start.
📋 Match Details
| Fixture | Mumbai Indians vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – Match 33, IPL 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, April 17, 2025 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Live Telecast | Sports18 / Star Sports Network, JioHotstar (App & Website) |
🤝 Head-to-Head Record
| Category | Stats |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 23 |
| Won by Mumbai Indians | 13 |
| Won by Sunrisers Hyderabad | 10 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
| First Match | May 1, 2013 |
| Most Recent Match | May 6, 2024 |
📊 Pitch & Conditions – Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Wankhede remains a batter’s paradise. The pitch offers even bounce and short boundaries, creating ideal conditions for power-hitting. In the last match played here, almost 400 runs were scored—proof of the firepower on offer.
While pacers may find early swing with the new ball, the dew in the second innings tends to favor the chasing side. The captain winning the toss may look to bowl first.
🔁 Predicted Playing XIs
Mumbai Indians (MI):
Ryan Rickelton (WK), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (C), Naman Dhir, Will Jacks, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, Karn Sharma
Impact Player: Rohit Sharma
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH):
Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Heinrich Klaasen (WK), Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Aniket Verma, Pat Cummins (C), Harshal Patel, Zeeshan Ansari, Mohammed Shami, Eshan Malinga
Impact Player: Abhinav Manohar
🌟 Key Players to Watch
🔥 Abhishek Sharma (SRH):
After smashing a breathtaking 141 in the last match, Abhishek looks set to continue his form. If he gets going, MI’s bowlers will have a long night.
🎯 Harshal Patel (SRH):
He’s been leaking runs but still picking up crucial wickets. With a four-wicket haul in his last outing, Harshal’s variation makes him a threat, especially at the death.
🧾 Today’s Match Prediction by CricketBettingTips.com
Both teams are evenly matched on points, but SRH’s explosive top-order and momentum could give them a slight edge. Expect a high-scoring contest at Wankhede!
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