Cricket
For the first time in 16 years, the Mumbai Indians franchise has lost a final, ending their incredible winning streak
Desert Vipers defeated MI Emirates in the ILT20 2025-26 final, becoming the first team to beat an MI franchise in a final.
Batting first, Desert Vipers scored 182/20 overs. MI Emirates were bowled out for 136, losing by 46 runs in Dubai
In the last 16 years, the MI franchise played 12 finals and this was their first defeat in a title clash
MI have won titles in IPL, Champions League T20, WPL, MLC (USA), SA20, and ILT20, a rare global dominance
One loss ends a streak, not a legacy. Mumbai Indians remain the most successful T20 franchise in world cricket