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 Here are the latest updates from the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) as of May 2:

🏏 Major Headlines

1. Mumbai Indians' Dominant Victory

Mumbai Indians (MI) secured a commanding 100-run win over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Jaipur, propelling them to the top of the points table. MI's batting lineup shone with Ryan Rickelton scoring 61 off 38 balls, Rohit Sharma adding 53, and both Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya remaining unbeaten on 48. Their bowlers, including Trent Boult and Karn Sharma, dismantled RR for just 117 runs. (Hindustan Times, The Times of India)

2. Rajasthan Royals Eliminated from Playoffs

Following their defeat to MI, RR became the second team, after Chennai Super Kings (CSK), to be eliminated from playoff contention. Captain Riyan Parag attributed the team's struggles to a misfiring middle order and the absence of key players like Jos Buttler, Trent Boult, and injured skipper Sanju Samson. (Reuters)

3. Vaibhav Suryavanshi's Rollercoaster Week

14-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi made headlines by scoring a blistering 101 off 38 balls against Gujarat Titans, becoming the youngest male cricketer to score a T20 century. However, in the subsequent match against MI, he was dismissed for a second-ball duck. Coach Rahul Dravid emphasized the importance of managing expectations for the young talent. (Latest news & breaking headlines, Reuters)

4. Glenn Maxwell Ruled Out

Punjab Kings' all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has been ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a finger injury. He struggled for form this season, scoring only 48 runs across six innings. (Reuters)

5. Crackdown on Oversized Bats

The IPL has intensified checks on bat dimensions to ensure fair play. Umpires now use a specialized tool to verify that bats conform to regulations, leading to the identification of two non-compliant bats from Kolkata Knight Riders. (The Week)

📊 Playoff Race Update

With RR and CSK out of the playoff race, the competition intensifies among the remaining teams:(The Times of India)

Mumbai Indians: Leading the table; one win away from securing a playoff spot.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Also nearing qualification with strong performances.

Punjab Kings, Gujarat Titans, and Delhi Capitals: Each needs two wins from their remaining matches to bolster playoff chances. (The Times of India)

🏏 Upcoming Match

Gujarat Titans vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad

Date & Time: May 2, 7:30 PM IST

Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

Context: A crucial match for both teams. SRH must win to stay in playoff contention, while GT aims to solidify their position. (The Indian Express)

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