Punjab Kings snap three-match losing streak with big win over Mumbai Indians

Skipper K L Rahul's solid half-century and a disciplined bowling effort helped Punjab Kings tame Mumbai Indians by nine wickets and snap their three-match losing streak in the IPL on Friday. (Source: PTI)

The bowlers, led by Ravi Bishnoi (2/21 in 4) and Mohammad Shami (2/21 in 4), limited Mumbai Indians to 131 for six despite a fine half-century by Rohit Sharma (63 off 52) on a sticky surface. (Source: PTI)

Though Mumbai are known to defend low totals, Punjab were clinical in the run chase and got the job done in 17.4 overs. (Source: PTI)

Openers Rahul (60 not out off 52) and Mayank Agarwal (25 off 20) shared a 53-run stand before the skipper got support from Chris Gayle (43 not out off 35). (Source: PTI)

Mumbai were able to claw their way back into the game after Agarwal's dismissal but a flying start allowed Rahul and Gayle to take their time in the middle overs before romping home. The duo shared an unbeaten 79-run partnership. (Source: PTI)

The win was Punjab's second in five games while Mumbai suffered their third loss in five matches. (Source: PTI)