MI will take on SRH in Match 33. [Source - IPL/x.com]
Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad will come up against each other in a crucial IPL 2025 encounter, marking the halfway point of their campaigns. The high-stakes clash is set to be played on Thursday at the iconic Wankhede Stadium.
While both teams have struggled in the major part of the season so far, they head into this match on the back of important wins and will be eager to build on that momentum. With star players on both sides finding form, the contest promises to be an absolute spectacle.
Notably, several records are within touching distance, adding extra anticipation to this enthralling contest. Let’s take a look at some of the key milestones that could be shattered in MI vs SRH and other upcoming fixtures.
1. Rohit Sharma needs 2 sixes to complete 250 sixes for Mumbai Indians
Rohit Sharma has been a renowned six hitter for Mumbai Indians since his first season with them back in 2011. The former captain has been a consistent performer and a powerful striker of the ball, and is just two sixes away from reaching 250 sixes for the franchise. This milestone will further highlight his status as one of the greatest six-hitters in the country.
2. Suryakumar Yadav needs 10 sixes to complete 150 sixes in IPL
Suryakumar Yadav continues to set new milestones every time he steps onto the field, especially in T20 cricket. Known for his innovative range of shots, the dynamic right-hander is now just 10 sixes away from reaching 150 sixes in his IPL career. This milestone highlights his incredible 156-match journey with both Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders.
3. Mujeeb Ur Rahman needs 3 catches to complete 50 catches in T20s
Mujeeb Ur Rahman, known for his spin bowling prowess in T20 cricket, is now on the verge of a unique landmark outside his primary skill set. The Afghan star is just three catches away from completing 50 catches in his T20 career, showcasing his growing impact as a complete player in the shortest format of the game.
4. Hardik Pandya needs 9 sixes to complete 300 sixes in T20s
Hardik Pandya has emerged as a consistent record-breaker in recent times. The star all-rounder is now closing in on yet another prestigious record as he is just nine sixes away from completing 300 sixes in T20 cricket. Known for his explosive hitting for Baroda, Gujarat Titans, India and Mumbai Indians Hardik’s power-packed performances continue to make headlines in the shortest format.
5. Hardik Pandya needs 5 fours to complete 200 fours in IPL
Another exciting milestone Hardik Pandya will be eyeing to achieve in MI vs SRH or in the other games coming forward is the completion of 200 IPL fours in his career. Since his debut back in 2015, Pandya has smashed 120 fours for Mumbai Indians and 75 for Gujarat Titans and now is just five more to go reach the 200-boundary mark.
6. Abhishek Sharma needs 2 catches to complete 50 catches in T20s
Abhishek Sharma is just two catches away from completing 50 catches in T20 cricket, further highlighting his value as an all-round cricketer. The 24-year-old is truly a three-dimensional player as he stays incredibly hyperactive on the field and possesses safe hands, guarding the key areas, making a difference in crucial moments of the game.
7. Travis Head needs 14 runs to complete 1000 runs in IPL
Travis Head’s second stint in the IPL has been nothing short of spectacular. After a few years away from the league, his comeback last season with Sunrisers Hyderabad has been absolutely phenomenal. The explosive opener has quickly become one of SRH’s biggest match-winners and is now on the verge of completing 1000 IPL runs with only 14 away from the landmark.
8. Travis Head needs 1 six to complete 50 sixes in IPL
Travis Head's aggressive approach at the top of the order needs no introduction. A serious threat to any bowling attack, the southpaw has been one of the most explosive strikers in world cricket lately. In the middle of his second season with SRH, Head is just one big hit away from completing 50 IPL sixes, further cementing his reputation as a dangerous batter going around.
9. Travis Head needs 3 sixes to complete 200 sixes in T20s
Looking at Travis Head’s overall T20 numbers, the South Australian is just three sixes away from completing 200 sixes in the format. A standout performer in the Big Bash League for years, Head has firmly established himself as a force in T20 cricket in the last decade or so. Now, he has brought that same explosive form to the biggest stage, the IPL and is doing wonders for the Men in Orange since last year.
10. Jaydev Unadhkat needs 1 wicket to complete 100 wickets in IPL
Jaydev Unadkat is an experienced campaigner as someone who made his IPL debut back in 2010. Over the years, the left-arm pacer has seen several ups and downs, representing eight different IPL teams in his career. Now, he is a part of the Sunrisers Hyderabad and is just one wicket away from achieving the milestone of 100 IPL wickets, adding another feather to his illustrious domestic career.