Hardik Pandya Reacts to MI’s Record Defeat vs CSK, Reveals Key Reasons

Chennai Super Kings delivered a dominant all-round performance on Thursday, inflicting a massive 103-run defeat on Mumbai Indians in their IPL 2026 clash at the Wankhede Stadium marking MI’s heaviest loss in IPL history by runs. Batting first after being put in, CSK posted a strong 207 for 6, powered by a brilliant unbeaten century from Sanju Samson, who smashed 101 off 54 balls despite wickets falling at regular intervals around him. In reply, Mumbai Indians’ batting lineup collapsed under pressure and were bowled out for just 104 in 19 overs, sealing a record-breaking defeat for the five-time champions.

Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya pointed to a disastrous Powerplay as the key reason behind their heavy defeat. MI were left reeling at 11 for 3 inside just 2.3 overs, which set the tone for a one-sided contest. Danish Malewar was dismissed for a golden duck, Naman Dhir managed only 3 balls without scoring, while Quinton de Kock also failed to fire, falling for just 7 runs as the top order collapsed early and never recovered.