Delhi Capitals would have defeated Mumbai Indians had they not allowed Romario Shepherd to break free. The West Indies batter hit 4 sixes and 2 fours in the last over of the MI innings bowled by Anrich Nortje.

MI posted 234/5 in 20 overs and managed to restrict the Capitals on a score of 205/8. Romario was unbeaten on 39 runs off 10 balls, with the help of 4 sixes and 3 fours.

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya was pleased with the player. He gave him a warm hug when the overseas star returned to the dressing area after clobbering the bowlers to all parts of the ground.

“I like him a lot as he always has a smile on his face. It was some hitting by him against the Capitals. He was the difference between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals. It was a good day for the team as everyone contributed to the game for the five-time champions,” Hardik Pandya said.

Romario also took a wicket in the form of David Warner and was named the Player of the Match for his impactful knock that proved to be the difference in the end.

Mumbai have 2 points from five matches. and are in 8th position in the points table.