Watch: Rohit Sharma’s Hilarious Reaction To Karun Nair And Jasprit Bumrah’s Tense Moment During DC vs MI Clash

April 14, 2025: In a thrilling encounter between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Mumbai Indians (MI) on April 13, Karun Nair made a sensational comeback to the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) with a blistering 89 off 40 balls, including a 22-ball half-century. His valiant performance came after Jake Fraser-McGurk’s early dismissal, and his 89-run knock gave DC hope in the chase of 206 runs.

Nair’s entry as an impact substitute came after a lean spell for Fraser-McGurk, who was dismissed for a golden duck off the very first ball from Deepak Chahar, putting DC under pressure. However, Nair quickly settled in and showcased his domestic form, taking on MI’s formidable bowling attack, which included the likes of Chahar, Jasprit Bumrah, Ashwani Kumar, and Hardik Pandya. His knock kept DC’s chase alive and made him the standout batter in the middle overs.

The match, which turned into a high-scoring thriller, saw plenty of boundaries and sixes, but a fiery moment between Nair and Jasprit Bumrah stole the spotlight. While batting comfortably at 48, Nair attempted a second run off Bumrah’s last delivery in the sixth over. However, he accidentally collided with Bumrah on the second run, creating a tense moment. Nair immediately apologized, but the incident seemed to spark some tension.

During the ensuing strategic timeout, the two were seen talking, with Nair later explaining the situation to MI captain Hardik Pandya, who appeared to defuse the situation, reassuring that it was all part of the game. This brief exchange added a touch of drama to an otherwise entertaining contest, highlighting the intense emotions involved in high-stakes IPL matches.

Unfortunately for DC, Nair was eventually dismissed by Mitchell Santner, but his knock kept DC’s chase alive, and his fearless innings made the daunting target seem much more achievable. Despite Nair’s heroics, DC ultimately fell short, losing the match by 12 runs.