After a rejuvenating break, Will Jacks made a strong comeback, guiding Mumbai Indians to a formidable total of 243 against Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2026. Jacks described the pitch as a “batting paradise” and highlighted the team’s fearless approach, focusing on playing with freedom, which proved successful during his explosive partnership with Ryan Rickelton.
Mumbai Indians started their innings cautiously facing Pat Cummins, who posed challenges with early movement and bounce. However, Jacks changed the game by hitting Cummins for a boundary over mid-on, setting a positive tone. The momentum shifted significantly when Rickelton struck a six off Praful Hinge, followed by Jacks’ boundaries, propelling MI to 21/0 after two overs.
Rickelton and Jacks continued their aggressive approach, matching each other shot for shot. Rickelton’s back-to-back boundaries off Cummins and Jacks’ elegant strokes through extra cover boosted MI’s score. By the end of the Powerplay, MI had reached 78/0, their second-highest score in this phase this season, with Jacks contributing 46 off 22 balls.
Despite the impressive total of 243/5, Jacks remained cautious, acknowledging the challenging pitch conditions and the trend of high-scoring chases. He praised Rickelton for his outstanding performance and emphasized the bowlers’ task of defending the target in the face of potential tough opposition.
