By Alfaritsy 
Karn Sharma ’s Triumphant Return to Mumbai Indians
Karn Sharma made a memorable return to the Mumbai Indians squad after nearly six years, delivering a match-winning bowling performance.
He finished with impressive figures of 3/36 against the Delhi Capitals (DC) in their IPL 2025 encounter at Arun Jaitley Stadium.
His efforts helped MI secure their second win of the season, breaking DC’s four-match winning streak.
Key Conversations with Pandya and Coaching Staff
Karn revealed that his focus was on taking crucial wickets as discussed with Hardik Pandya and the coaching staff before the match.
During the middle overs, DC was scoring at nearly 10-11 runs per over, adding pressure on MI’s bowling lineup.
Karn, along with Santner, managed to take timely wickets that turned the match around.
Fresh Ball Turned the Tide for Spinners
Karn pointed out that changing the ball mid-match helped spinners get better grip and bounce off the surface.
The original ball had become damp due to dew, making it hard to control spin and bounce.
Once the fresh ball was introduced, it allowed both Santner and Karn to tighten MI’s grip on the match.
Waiting Patiently for Opportunities in IPL
At 37, Karn spoke about the uncertainty of selection in IPL teams, emphasizing patience and readiness as key to success.
He mentioned that players often don’t know when they will get a chance but must stay prepared to deliver.
“Every day brings fresh chances; all I need to do is stay patient,” Karn stated during the post-match conference.
Dismissing KL Rahul Was a Turning Point
Karn identified KL Rahul’s dismissal as one of the most important breakthroughs in the match.
Rahul had been in great form, scoring 93* in his previous outing against RCB, making his wicket a huge boost for MI.
The dismissal came after DC had lost Karun Nair and a couple of quick wickets, which shifted momentum to MI.
Focus Shifts to Upcoming Match Against SRH
Following the win over DC, MI is now preparing for their next fixture against Sunrisers Hyderabad later this week.
Hardik Pandya’s team will aim to carry forward the momentum and improve their standing in the IPL 2025 table.
Karn Sharma’s impactful return may now earn him a consistent place in the playing XI moving forward.