India vs MI — Full Match Report & Statistical Breakdown
Viraj And Chirag Trophy • India won the match by 27 run
Key Match Highlights
1. Match Overview & Context
In this 20-over encounter of Viraj And Chirag Trophy, India took on MI on Mar 5, 2026, 07:20 AM. After competitive cricket across both innings, the fixture concluded with the official result: India won the match by 27 run. Across the match, spectators witnessed a combined total of 359 runs and 11 wickets fall between India (193/6 in 20.0 overs) and MI (166/5 in 20.0 overs).
2. India Innings Breakdown (193/6)
Batting in the first innings, India finished on 193/6 from 20.0 overs, maintaining an innings run rate of 9.65 runs per over. During the opening 6 overs, India accumulated 52 runs for the loss of 0 wickets. Hardik Pandya spearheaded the batting effort with 39 runs off 18 balls (including 1 fours and 3 sixes at a strike rate of 216.7). Valuable middle-order support came from Sanju Samson, who contributed 36 runs off 19 deliveries, while Abhishek Sharma added 34 (28b). With the ball in the first innings, M Santner led the bowling figures with 2/46 in 4.0 overs (economy 11.50), assisted by R Topley (2/47 in 4.0 overs).
3. MI Chase & Second Innings Summary (166/5)
Pursuing a target of 194 runs for victory, MI recorded 166/5 in 20.0 overs at a scoring rate of 8.30 runs per over. Quinton De Kock anchored the chase for MI with 109 runs from 62 balls (10 fours, 3 sixes, strike rate 175.8), alongside A Kumar who chipped in with 19 off 13 balls. Defending the total, Jaspreet Bumrah delivered a key spell of 2/23 across 4.0 overs at an economy rate of 5.75, while Abhishek Sharma finished with 1/25 (4.0 overs).
4. Partnerships, Fielding & CricÓ MVP Standings
The highest batting stand of the match was forged by Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson (India ), who combined for 52 runs off 37 balls. In the field, both sides combined for 1 catch, 0 run-outs, and 0 stumpings, with Quinton De Kock making a notable impact in the outfield. According to the CricÓ MVP & Player Points engine—which evaluates runs, boundaries, strike rate milestones, wickets, dot balls, bowling economy, and fielding dismissals—Quinton De Kock (MI ) topped the match rankings with 152.0 total points, followed closely by Abhishek Sharma (101.0 points). Official Player of the Match honors were awarded to Abhishek Sharma .