Suryakumar Yadav dedicates his POTM award to a special person after MI beat DC to enter IPL 2025 playoffs

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In a must-win encounter at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, Suryakumar Yadav delivered a vintage match-winning performance that propelled Mumbai Indians into the IPL 2025 playoffs. The dynamic batter hammered 73 off just 43 deliveries in a game that saw MI dominate Delhi Capitals with a 59-run victory. While fans were dazzled by Surya’s shot-making and poise under pressure, it was his heartfelt post-match revelation that added an emotional layer to the cricketing spectacle.

Suryakumar’s innings was a masterclass in balancing caution with controlled aggression. Walking in during a fragile phase of the innings, he soaked up the pressure on a surface offering variable bounce and subtle turn. His calculated aggression — seven fours and six sixes — turned the tide in Mumbai’s favour, especially when the middle order was struggling to find rhythm.

He formed two crucial partnerships that shaped the MI innings. The first, a 55-run stand with Tilak Varma, was all about consolidation and rebuilding. The second, an explosive 57-run blitz with Naman Dhir off just 21 balls, set the stage ablaze and ensured Mumbai posted a total beyond Delhi’s reach. Despite DC’s spinners keeping things tight, Suryakumar’s ability to rotate strike and pick boundaries with audacious innovation stood out.

But the moment that truly defined this game wasn’t just Suryakumar’s batting — it came after the match, in a moment of emotional vulnerability and warmth.

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As Suryakumar collected his long-awaited Player of the Match award — his first of the season despite several standout performances — he made a touching revelation.

“It has been thirteen games now, and my wife told me a sweet story. She said I’ve got all the awards but not the Player of the Match,” Suryakumar said in the post-match presentation.

While the knock was vital from a team perspective, Suryakumar made it clear that the award was more than just a professional accolade — it was a deeply personal milestone and he dedicated the award to her wife.

“This trophy is for her. She waits for such moments and we celebrate them when I go back – so I’m really looking forward to it,” he added.

His words offered fans a glimpse into the often unseen emotional world of a cricketer — where off-field support, especially from loved ones, plays a quiet but vital role in on-field brilliance. In the high-pressure cauldron of the IPL, it’s rare for a player to open up with such candidness, and it only elevated Suryakumar’s stature — not just as a cricketer, but as a grounded, loving human being. With momentum on their side and one eye on a sixth IPL title, MI will head into the playoffs with renewed confidence.

Ever seen a post-match interview like this? ☂😉

P.S. – A special shoutout by @surya_14kumar for his POTM award 🫶💙#TATAIPL | #MIvDC | @mipaltan

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