The battle intensifies as Mumbai Indians (MI) take on Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Qualifier 2 of IPL 2025. With a place in the final at stake, The stage is set for an exciting clash in the MI vs PBKS Qualifier 2 of IPL 2025… knockout clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
Match Details
- Match: Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings, Qualifier 2
- Date: June 1, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Live Streaming: Jiohotstar ,Star Sports Network
Recent Performances
Mumbai Indians (MI)
MI is coming into this match with high confidence after defeating Gujarat Titans in the Eliminator. Rohit Sharma’s 81 and Bumrah’s clinical bowling proved why MI is a tournament favorite.
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
PBKS are showing serious intent this season with a fearless batting lineup. Their aggressive gameplay under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer has turned them into dark horses.
In Qualifier 1 of IPL 2025, Punjab Kings faced a tough challenge against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and suffered a significant defeat. Batting first, PBKS was bundled out for just 101 runs in 14.1 overs. RCB chased down the target comfortably, scoring 106/2 in 10 overs, securing an 8-wicket victory.
This loss highlighted vulnerabilities in PBKS’s batting lineup under pressure. However, they have a chance to bounce back in Qualifier 2 against Mumbai Indians. The team will need to regroup and strategize effectively to overcome MI and secure a spot in the final
MI vs PBKS Qualifier 2: Probable Playing XI
Mumbai Indians:
- Rohit Sharma
- Jonny Bairstow (wk)
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Tilak Varma
- Hardik Pandya (c)
- Naman Dhir
- Mitchell Santner
- Raj Bawa
- Trent Boult
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Richard Gleeson
Punjab Kings:
- Prabhsimran Singh
- Priyansh Arya
- Josh Inglis (wk)
- Shreyas Iyer (c)
- Nehal Wadhera
- Marcus Stoinis
- Shashank Singh
- Azmatullah Omarzai
- Harpreet Brar
- Kyle Jamieson
- Arshdeep Singh
Pitch Report – Narendra Modi Stadium
- Flat surface, ideal for batting
- Expected score: 180+
- Spinners may get some grip in the second innings
- Toss-winning team may opt to bat first
Weather Forecast
- Max Temp: 36°C
- Evening Temp: 27°C
- Humidity: Moderate
- Rain Probability: 20% (unlikely to interrupt)
Head-to-Head Stats (MI vs PBKS)
| Stat | MI | PBKS |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 33 | 33 |
| Wins | 17 | 15 |
| Last 5 Encounters | 2 Wins | 3 Wins |
| Highest Score vs Opponent | 223 | 214 |
| Best Bowling Performance | Bumrah – 4/14 | Arshdeep – 3/18 |
Key Players to Watch
Mumbai Indians
- Rohit Sharma – anchor & aggressor
- Jasprit Bumrah – death overs specialist
- Suryakumar Yadav – middle-order destroyer
Punjab Kings
- Shreyas Iyer – consistency & calmness
- Arshdeep Singh – early breakthroughs
- Marcus Stoinis – all-round impact
MI vs PBKS qualifier 2 : Match Prediction
This will be a close fight! MI has experience in crunch matches, but PBKS’s fearless approach can surprise anyone. If MI bowls first and controls the powerplay, they might have the edge.
Prediction: Mumbai Indians win by a narrow margin (but expect fireworks!).
Watch Live: MI vs PBKS Qualifier 2
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