India, April 13 -- Every three out of five games in the last three IPL seasons have been decided in the powerplay. In a season where the aggregate scoring rate has crossed 10 for the first time, currently at 10.47 in the powerplay, nearly a run higher than last year's 9.59, Mumbai Indians have found themselves reeling in the battle with the new ball.

On Sunday, on a batting-friendly Wankhede surface, defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru dominated conditions, with Phil Salt, Rajat Patidar and Tim David striking at over 200 as the visitors posted a formidable 240 for 4.

In such chases, a strong start is everything. Mumbai scored at over 10 runs per over, reaching 62/0 at the end of the powerplay. Yet, it still wasn't enough, es...