Jos Buttler Channels MS Dhoni with Stunning Run Out
In the 56th match of IPL 2025, Gujarat Titans delivered a thrilling performance at Wankhede Stadium, defeating Mumbai Indians by three wickets. This win has significantly boosted Gujarat Titans’ playoff chances, while Hardik Pandya and his team are now in a tougher position on the IPL 2025 points table.
Batting first, Mumbai Indians managed a total of just 155/8. Will Jacks led the charge with a solid 53 off 35 balls, smashing five fours and three sixes. Suryakumar Yadav added 35 runs from 24 balls, providing crucial support.
Buttler’s brilliance behind the stumps
A standout moment of the match came when Jos Buttler, known more for his explosive batting, stunned everyone with a MS Dhoni-style run out. In the final over of the innings, Corbin Bosch attempted to sneak a second run after pushing a delivery from Prasidh Krishna towards deep mid-wicket.
Rashid Khan, ever alert in the field, made a quick yet casual throw to the keeper’s end. What followed reminded fans of classic Dhoni moments. Jos Buttler, showcasing incredible reflexes, caught the ball and in one fluid motion, flicked it onto the stumps, catching Corbin Bosch short of the crease. Bosch was dismissed for 27 runs off 22 balls, including a four and two sixes.
This moment quickly went viral, with fans comparing it to MS Dhoni’s legendary wicketkeeping. The phrase “Jos Buttler wicketkeeping like Dhoni” started trending, and many IPL enthusiasts labeled it the best run out of IPL 2025 so far.
Rain Interrupts Play, Gujarat Chase with Confidence
The second innings was affected by rain, leading to a revised DLS target of 147 runs in 19 overs for Gujarat Titans. Led by captain Shubman Gill, who scored a gritty 43 off 46 balls, the team maintained composure despite early hiccups.
The match came down to the wire, offering IPL fans yet another edge-of-the-seat experience. With solid contributions and smart gameplay, Gujarat chased down the target and earned a crucial victory.
Mumbai Indians Struggle Despite Star Performances
Despite efforts from Will Jacks and Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya’s side failed to defend the total. The bowling unit, including Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, and Jasprit Bumrah, couldn’t contain the Gujarat batters in the death overs. Also, a dropped catch of Shubman Gill and missed run-out opportunities added to Mumbai’s woes.
With this loss, Mumbai Indians now have 14 points from 12 matches. The team must win their remaining two matches and hope favorable outcomes from teams like Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, and Lucknow Super Giants to stay alive in the IPL 2025 playoff race.
