Mumbai, March 31 -- Mumbai Indians (MI) secured their first victory of the season in style, defeating defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by eight wickets at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday. South African batter Ryan Rickelton played a match-winning knock, remaining unbeaten on 62 off 41 deliveries, as MI chased down a target of 117 in just 12.5 overs.

After suffering back-to-back defeats against KKR in the previous season, the Mumbai Indians stamped their authority over their rivals with a dominant performance. Rickelton led the charge with an explosive inning, smashing four boundaries and five sixes.

Rohit Sharma and Rickelton provided MI with a steady start, putting up a 46-run opening stand in 5.2 overs. However, Sharma w...