Most Runs Failed to Defend in Final Over – MI Bowlers

Mumbai Indians (MI) bowlers have had some notable struggles defending large totals in the final over of IPL matches. Here’s a look at the most runs Mumbai Indians (MI) bowlers have failed to defend in the final over of an IPL match:

1. 15 runs – Deepak Chahar vs (GT) (2025): Deepak Chahar, in a recent 2025 match against Gujarat Titans (GT), also conceded 15 runs in the final over while defending, resulting in MI losing the game at Wankhede Stadium. This decision to bowl Chahar instead of captain Hardik Pandya in the final over was widely criticized, as Pandya had experience in such crucial moments.
2. 17 runs – Jaydev Unadkat vs CSK (2022): In a dramatic finish, Jaydev Unadkat failed to defend 17 runs in the final over against Chennai Super Kings. MS Dhoni scored 16 runs off the last 4 balls (6, 4, 2, 4) to seal a last-ball win for CSK.
3. 11 runs – Kieron Pollard vs CSK (2014): In the 2014 IPL season, Pollard was given the responsibility to defend 11 runs in the final over against Chennai Super Kings (CSK), but MI could not hold on, and CSK chased down the target. Pollard’s 11-run defense against CSK stands out as a key instance where MI failed to defend in the last over.
4. 15 runs – Dilhara Fernando vs RR (2008): In that match, MI set a target of 146. Rajasthan Royals needed 15 runs off the last over, bowled by Fernando. Despite MI being favorites, Fernando was hit for a six, bowled a crucial wide with 3 needed off 1 ball, and a fumble on the last delivery allowed the Royals to steal two runs and win off the final ball.
5. 13 runs – Kieron Pollard vs RPS (2017): While there are several records of MI bowlers conceding high runs in an innings or in the death overs, the specific instance of failing to defend 13 runs in the final over by Pollard against RPS in 2017 stands out as one of the most notable heartbreaks for MI fans. Pollard over remains among the most remembered final-over heartbreaks for Mumbai Indians.

This list highlights some of the most runs MI bowlers have failed to defend in the final over, reflecting moments of high drama and close finishes in IPL history involving Mumbai Indians.