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Over the years, the Mumbai Indians (MI) have built a reputation for being more than just title winners – they’re entertainers. From last-ball finishes to super overs, MI fans have lived through some epic edge-of-the-seat moments. Here’s a look back at the Top 5 thrillers in Mumbai Indians history that still give us goosebumps.
1. MI vs CSK – IPL 2019 Final (1-run win!)
- Date: May 12, 2019
- Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
Context: The ultimate El Clásico of IPL – Mumbai vs Chennai. Tied at three titles each before this final, this was the decider.
Thriller Moment: With just 2 runs needed off 1 ball, Lasith Malinga bowled the ball of the tournament, trapping Shardul Thakur LBW. MI won by 1 run and clinched their fourth title in legendary fashion.
✅ Clutch performance: Malinga’s redemption in the final over after an expensive start.
2. MI vs RR – IPL 2014 (Corey Anderson Show)
- Date: May 25, 2014
- Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Context: MI needed not only a win, but to chase 190 in 14.3 overs to qualify for the playoffs.
Thriller Moment: Corey Anderson’s insane 95 off 44 balls* powered MI to a chase that felt impossible. But the drama didn’t end there — MI needed a boundary off a fake run-out scenario to seal it.
✅ Clutch performance: Aditya Tare’s first-ball six to seal qualification was pure madness.
3. MI vs KKR – IPL 2011 (Brett Lee Last Ball Drama)
- Date: May 22, 2011
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Context: A high-stakes game with playoff implications. MI needed 4 runs off 1 ball.
Thriller Moment: Ambati Rayudu smashed Brett Lee for a stunning boundary through midwicket, breaking KKR hearts and sealing a famous win for MI.
✅ Clutch performance: Rayudu was ice-cold under pressure.
4. MI vs RPS – IPL 2017 Final (Another 1-run win!)
- Date: May 21, 2017
- Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
Context: Defending a modest 129 in the final against Rising Pune Supergiant.
Thriller Moment: MI’s bowling unit choked RPS in the final overs, and Mitchell Johnson’s final over heroics ensured another 1-run victory in a heart-stopping finish.
✅ Clutch performance: Krunal Pandya’s gritty 47 and Johnson’s last-over nerves of steel.
5. MI vs KXIP – IPL 2020 (Double Super Over Madness)
- Date: October 18, 2020
- Venue: Dubai International Stadium
Context: The only match in IPL history to go into two Super Overs!
Thriller Moment: MI posted 176; KXIP tied it. The first Super Over also tied. In the second, MI fell short chasing 11, and Punjab finally broke the deadlock — but it was pure drama all the way.
✅ Clutch performance: Jasprit Bumrah’s 3/24 and a clinical Super Over spell.
Final Thoughts 💙
The Mumbai Indians are not just about trophies — they’re about moments. These thrillers are a reminder of why we watch the game: for the chills, the heartbreak, and the celebrations.
Which MI thriller is your favorite? Did we miss one? Let us know in the comments 👇
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