After a loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) that eliminated them from the playoffs, Mumbai Indians (MI) head coach Mahela Jayawardene reflected on the team's strategy, particularly the decision to let Raj Angad Bawa bowl the final over. Jayawardene noted that Bawa, who conceded 15 runs in that over, was chosen due to the exhaustion of experienced bowlers. MI's season has been disappointing, with only three wins out of eleven matches, marking a significant decline since their last championship win in 2020. Injuries to key players, including captain Hardik Pandya and Rohit Sharma, have compounded the team's challenges. Despite the setbacks, Jayawardene praised the commitment of his core players, emphasizing the need for better execution in crucial moments. RCB's Bhuvneshwar Kumar played a pivotal role in restricting MI to 166 runs, and despite a strong effort from MI's bowlers, RCB managed to clinch victory on the last ball, further sealing MI's fate in the tournament.