Karn Sharma’s Impactful Spell Helps Mumbai Indians Defeat Delhi Capitals

Mumbai Indians veteran Karn Sharma played a pivotal role in ending Delhi Capitals’ unbeaten run, delivering a match-winning spell in their 12-run victory on April 13, 2025, at the Wankhede Stadium.

🎯 Turning Point: Karun Nair’s Dismissal

Karn Sharma’s most crucial moment came in the 18th over, when he dismissed an in-form Karun Nair, who was batting on 89 and looked poised to take the game away from Mumbai. The leg-spinner deceived Nair with a clever variation, drawing a mistimed shot that was comfortably caught in the deep.

“That wicket changed everything,” Karn said after the match. “Karun was well-set, and removing him at that stage shifted the momentum our way.”

🔥 Experience Shines Under Pressure

The 37-year-old, with years of IPL and T20 experience under his belt, showed why he’s still a valuable asset. He finished with figures of 3/28, applying pressure in the middle overs and never allowing Delhi’s batters to settle.

Sharma’s impact went beyond just wickets—he brought calm and clarity to a tense phase of the match, guiding MI’s younger bowlers through the final overs.

💥 MI Clinch Victory in Dramatic Final Over

Despite Karun Nair’s brilliance, Delhi faltered in the end, with three run-outs in the final over sealing their fate. Mumbai held their nerve, and Sharma’s earlier breakthroughs laid the groundwork for the nail-biting finish.

With this win, Mumbai Indians not only handed Delhi Capitals their first loss of the season but also boosted their own momentum heading deeper into the IPL 2025 campaign.