The IPL big boys Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders faced each other on Sunday, and it was the former that got their campaign off to an excellent start with a six-wicket victory at the Wankhede Stadium.

Kolkata Knight Riders posted a formidable 220/4, powered by aggressive top-order batting. In response, Mumbai Indians delivered a composed yet explosive chase, reaching the target in just 19.1 overs.

Ryan Rickelton’s blistering 81 and Rohit Sharma’s fluent 78 anchored the innings, while Shardul Thakur’s key breakthroughs earlier helped restrict KKR slightly.

Mumbai secured a convincing six-wicket victory, displaying their batting depth and composure under pressure.