Mumbai Indians outclass Delhi Capitals for 5th IPL title

TIL Desk Sports/ Mumbai Indians won the Indian Premier League for a record fifth time after a convincing five-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals in the final of the 13th edition of the T20 extravaganza, in Dubai on Tuesday.

Chasing a modest 157 for victory, the defending champions hit up the required runs with eight balls to spare. Captain Rohit Sharma led the way, blasting 68 off 51 balls, including five fours and four sixes.

He was ably supported by Ishan Kishan, who scored 32 from 18 balls. The victory made Mumbai Indians only the second team after Chennai Super Kings to defend their IPL crown.