Mumbai Indians retired out Tilak Varma during their IPL-2025 match against Lucknow Super Giants due to a finger injury which hampered his ability to hit powerfully. Coach Mahela Jayawardene deemed the tactical decision necessary, but MI eventually fell short of their 204-run chase. TOI has learnt that the decision, which seems harsh on the face of it on the talented batter, was purely taken as Tilak is suffering from a niggle in a finger.source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/ipl-2025-why-tilak-varma-was-retired-out-by-mumbai-indians-in-loss-to-lucknow-super-giants/articleshow/120009508.cms