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Gavaskar Warns MI: "Need to Win Every Game" After Crushing CSK Loss

Legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has warned Mumbai Indians to win every remaining match after their 103-run loss to Chennai Super Kings. Sanju Samson's unbeaten 101 and Akeal Hosein's four-wicket haul powered CSK to a dominant victory at Wankhede Stadium. MI were bowled out for 104 in response, highlighting their batting inconsistency this season. Mumbai will host Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 29, who are on a four-match winning streak.

Key Points: Gavaskar: MI Must Win Every Game After CSK Loss

  • Gavaskar warns MI to win all remaining matches after CSK loss
  • CSK defeated MI by 103 runs powered by Sanju Samson's century
  • Akeal Hosein took 4/17 as MI were bowled out for 104
  • MI face SRH on April 29 in a crucial playoff race clash
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"Need to win every game": Gavaskar warns MI ahead of SRH clash

Sunil Gavaskar warns Mumbai Indians to win all remaining IPL matches after a 103-run thrashing by CSK, as they face SRH in a crucial clash.

"MI now need to win every game from here, and they have the capability to do that. - Sunil Gavaskar"

Mumbai, April 29

Legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has raised concerns over the Mumbai Indians' inconsistent form in the ongoing IPL 2026, warning that the five-time champions should win all their remaining matches to keep their playoff hopes alive after they suffered a one-sided loss against the Chennai Super Kings.

The Super Kings registered a mammoth 103-run victory over their arch-rivals Mumbai, powered by Sanju Samson's century and Akeal Hosein's four-fer.

Samson hit his second century of the IPL 2026 when he made an unbeaten 101 off 54 balls, with the help of 10 fours and six sixes, which helped CSK set a big target of 208 runs for MI at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday.

In response, Hosein starred with a four-wicket haul (4/17), while Noor Ahmad, Mukesh Choudhary, Jamie Overton, Anshul Kamboj and Gurjapneet Singh also chipped in as MI were bundled out for 104, losing the one-sided contest.

Speaking on Star Sports ahead of MI's clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on April 29, JioStar expert Gavaskar highlighted MI's inconsistency in the ongoing season and pointed to their recent batting collapse against CSK.

"MI now need to win every game from here, and they have the capability to do that. It's just about things clicking for them," Gavaskar said.

Referring to their batting failure in the previous outing, he added, "The recent loss, especially getting bowled out for 100-odd against CSK, was disappointing. Such heavy defeats can hurt them later, particularly in a tight race for the fourth playoff spot."

Mumbai will look to bounce back when they host Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), who are on a four-match hot winning streak on Wednesday evening. The high-voltage clash will be hosted at the iconic Wankhede Stadium.

Meanwhile, as of the latest update in the ongoing IPL 2026 season, the points table is shaping up into a tightly contested race, with Punjab Kings leading the standings despite a recent loss to Rajasthan Royals.

They have 13 points from 8 matches, followed closely by Royal Challengers Bengaluru in second place with 12 points from 8 games and an impressive Net Run Rate of 1.919. Rajasthan Royals are placed third with 12 points from 9 matches, while Sunrisers Hyderabad occupy fourth spot with 10 points.

The Gujarat Titans sit fifth with 8 points from 8 matches, maintaining a balanced win-loss record. Chennai Super Kings and Delhi Capitals are placed sixth and seventh, respectively, both on 6 points, while Kolkata Knight Riders and Mumbai Indians occupy the lower half of the table with fewer wins so far in the season. Both are ranked in eighth and ninth places, respectively.

Lucknow Super Giants are languishing at the bottom of the points table.

- ANI

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Vikram M
Honestly, MI fans like me are tired of this inconsistency every season. One match they chase 200, next match they get bowled out for 100. It's a mental block. The captaincy decisions have been questionable too. But yes, as Sunny G said, mathematically they are still in it. Would love to see them win 5 in a row and sneak into playoffs, that would be classic MI style!
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Siddharth J
Sunny G always gives balanced analysis, but this time I feel he's being too optimistic. Winning every remaining game is easier said than done when your middle order is fragile and your bowling lacks penetration in powerplay. SRH are peaking at the right time with 4 wins on trot. MI need a miracle, not just capability. But then, IPL is unpredictable, so who knows? 🤷‍♂️
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Kavya N
What's worrying is not just the loss but the manner of it. 103-run defeat against CSK at home is embarrassing. Sanju Samson's hundred deserved a better contest. MI's bowling attack is too one-dimensional, all pace but no variety. They desperately need a quality spinner to support the pacers. Gavaskar's warning might be the wake-up call they need, but I'm not holding my breath 🥲
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Rohit P
As a neutral fan, I think MI's problem is deeper than just form. Their squad building seems unbalanced this year. Too many overseas all-rounders who aren't performing, and the Indian core is aging. Compare that to young teams like SRH or PBKS who are fresh. But still, you can never count out a team with 5 titles. Expecting a big fightback at Wankhede tomorrow night 🏏

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