[WATCH] Akash Ambani Breaks Silence After Mumbai Indians Crash Out Of IPL 2025

Following the Mumbai Indians’ (MI) defeat to the Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Qualifier 2 of the IPL 2025 playoffs on Monday, team owner Akash Ambani addressed the players in the dressing room, offering words of encouragement to lift the spirits of the dejected squad after their elimination.

During his talk, Akash Ambani shared a quote from his father, using it to inspire and comfort the team after their exit from the 18th season of the lucrative T20 league.

“Situations and circumstances can either make you a bitter person or a better person. And better applies to each and every individual of what it takes, skill-wise, mentality-wise, team-spirit-wise,” the 33-year-old said.

“I’m sure as hell and it is certain no one should take whatever is lost bitterly; we should take it better. And understand what it takes, what it takes to be champions of the IPL. Wish you all the best for the upcoming months and see you guys soon, and thank you for everything”.

 

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MI put up a competitive total of 203 runs, powered by key contributions from Jonny Bairstow, Tilak Verma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Naman Dhir. However, Punjab captain Shreyas Iyer, who had previously guided Kolkata Knight Riders to an IPL title, delivered a stunning unbeaten 87, steering Punjab to their first final in 11 years in the high-profile tournament.

Nita Ambani Bids Emotional Farewell to MI Players After Playoff Exit

After Mumbai Indians’ loss to Punjab Kings in Qualifier 2 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, team owner Nita Ambani emotionally bid farewell to the players, saying she would miss them after spending 11 weeks together.

Shreyas Iyer’s unbeaten 87 off 41 balls led Punjab’s successful chase of 204, ending MI’s campaign despite solid contributions from Suryakumar Yadav and Naman Dhir, who scored 44 each. A video of Ambani’s heartfelt message was shared by the franchise on social media. You can watch the video here:

Not a goodbye but a see you soon ✨

Mrs. Nita Ambani looked back on a memorable season and wished the team all the luck for the future. 💙#MumbaiIndians #PlayLikeMumbai pic.twitter.com/6Wf2mKYdLF

— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) June 2, 2025

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