After Mumbai Indians’ 59-run win over Delhi Capitals at Wankhede Stadium, which sealed their playoff qualification in IPL 2025, co-owner Nita Ambani grabbed attention with a unique reminder of Covid-19 safety protocols. As players celebrated the victory, Ambani was seen pouring hand sanitiser into the palms of Jasprit Bumrah before a handshake, followed by the same for leg-spinner Karn Sharma.
The moment, captured on cameras, quickly went viral, highlighting a rare but thoughtful gesture amid rising Covid-19 cases across India.
Covid-19 Concerns Resurface During IPL
With Covid-19 cases increasing in states like Kerala, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh, Ambani’s action was a subtle but powerful message to maintain hygiene and caution. MI’s Deepak Chahar was also spotted offering sanitiser to players from both teams, while captain Hardik Pandya opted for fist bumps instead of handshakes when greeting the ground staff.
The virus has impacted IPL 2025 already — Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Travis Head missed a match earlier in the season after testing positive.
SKY and Bumrah Guide MI Into Playoffs
On the field, it was Suryakumar Yadav’s explosive 73 off 44 balls* and a late surge from Naman Dhir that pushed MI to 180/5. DC, chasing to stay alive in the tournament, crumbled for 121, with Mitchell Santner (3/11) and Jasprit Bumrah (3/12) delivering game-winning spells.
Skipper Hardik Pandya praised his bowlers post-match:
“I can throw them the ball whenever I want… they bring such control and perfection.”
With this win, Mumbai joined Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Punjab Kings as the top four teams entering the playoffs.
MI’s Dramatic Turnaround and Road Ahead
Mumbai, who began the season with four losses in five games, have now won seven of their last eight matches, completing a stunning comeback. They face Punjab Kings in Jaipur on May 26, with hopes of finishing in the top two to gain the qualifier advantage.
As the playoffs begin on May 29, teams will fight for a spot in the final on June 3 — but off the field, MI’s commitment to safety set a different kind of example.
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