PBKS vs MI Match Prediction: It’s all or nothing for Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians as they head to IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. The winner faces off against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL final on June 3. The loser ends the campaign on a disappointing note. PBKS will dread that after coming so close with a great record in the league stage. For MI, they are closer to the record sixth title after early struggles this season. A win will make it Rohit Sharma vs Virat Kohli in the final.
Match Details
Match: Punjab Kings vs Mumbai Indians, IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 Date and Time: June 1, 2025, 7:30 PM IST Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad Broadcast: Live on Star Sports Network; streaming on JioHotstar.PBKS vs MI Match Preview
Mumbai Indians, led by Hardik Pandya, enter Qualifier 2 with momentum after a 20-run victory over Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Eliminator. Their batting, powered by Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav, and bowling, led by Jasprit Bumrah, has been formidable. Punjab Kings, under Shreyas Iyer, are looking to bounce back from an eight-wicket thrashing by RCB in Qualifier 1, where they were bowled out for 101.
PBKS’s aggressive batting approach, driven by uncapped openers and all-rounders, faces a stern test against MI’s experienced lineup. The match’s outcome may hinge on how well PBKS’s bowlers adapt to Ahmedabad’s high-scoring conditions and whether MI can maintain their playoff composure.
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Punjab Kings (L W L W W)
PBKS topped the league stage with 9 wins in 14 matches. They played an explosive brand of cricket, with a team strike rate of 157.7, the second-highest in IPL 2025. However, their Qualifier 1 collapse against RCB exposed vulnerabilities. Punjab were bowled out for just 101 against RCB. The good news is that PBKS will play in Ahmedabad, where they have already won this season. Even their captain, Shreyas Iyer, has a good record in Ahmedabad.
Mumbai Indians (W L W L W)
MI’s batting came together at the right time, especially with Rohit Sharma, scoring 81 after two dropped chances in the Eliminator. However, MI haven’t been able to win two matches on the trot in their last five matches. That would be a concern. Their bowling, barring Jasprit Bumrah, looked ordinary in the Eliminator. They need to find answers.
Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report
The Narendra Modi Stadium pitch is a batting paradise, with 9 of 14 innings in IPL 2025 exceeding 200 runs. The average first-innings score is 221, and teams batting first have won 6 of 7 matches, with the only chasing win in a day game. The red-soil surface offers true bounce and carry, favouring stroke play, while spinners gain traction in the middle overs. Dew is expected in the evening, potentially aiding the chasing side, but captains may prefer batting first to post big totals. Bowlers need variations to succeed on this high-scoring track.
Ahmedabad Weather Report
The weather in Ahmedabad on June 1, 2025, is expected to be warm and breezy, with temperatures ranging from 31°C to 36°C and humidity between 48% and 56%. While some sources indicate a 42% chance of rain with possible showers, others predict clear skies during match hours, ensuring minimal disruptions. A reserve day (June 2) is in place if rain prevents play. If no result is possible, PBKS, as the higher-ranked team (1st in the league stage vs. MI’s 4th), would advance.
PBKS vs MI Head-to-Head Records
Total Matches: 33 Mumbai Indians Wins: 17 Punjab Kings Wins: 15 At Narendra Modi Stadium: MI have lost their last 5 matches, PBKS Last 5 matches: PBKS lead 3-2 vs MIKey Matchups
Rohit Sharma vs Arshdeep Singh: Rohit scored 28 runs off 23 balls (strike rate 121.7), dismissed once. Suryakumar Yadav vs Arshdeep Singh: Suryakumar scored 42 runs off 35 balls, dismissed twice. Marcus Stoinis vs Jasprit Bumrah: Stoinis scored 54 runs off 55 balls, was dismissed 4 times, and had a strike rate below 100. Suryakumar Yadav vs Yuzvendra Chahal: Chahal dismissed Suryakumar 3 times, conceding 83 runs off 71 balls.Predicted Playing 11
Punjab Kings
Yuzvendra Chahal missed Qualifier 1 with an injury. But he is likely to return for Qualifier 2. Apart from that, PBKS will stick to their combination.
Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer (C), Josh Inglis (WK), Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Harpreet Brar, Arshdeep Singh, Kyle Jamieson, Vijaykumar Vyshak Impact Subs: Nehal Wadhera/ Yuzvendra ChahalMumbai Indians
Deepak Chahar missed out on the Eliminator with a hamstring injury. He is likely to be back. If he misses out, Raj Angad Bawa will continue in his absence with Richard Gleeson or Karn Sharma coming in as an Impact sub.
Rohit Sharma, Jonny Bairstow (wk), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (c), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, Richard Gleeson, Deepak Chahar Impact Sub: Ashwani Kumar/ Rohit Sharma/ Raj Angad BawaPBKS vs MI Match Prediction
Mumbai Indians hold a slight edge due to their playoff experience, current momentum, and superior bowling attack led by Jasprit Bumrah (18 wickets, economy 6.36). Suryakumar Yadav’s consistency (673 runs) and Rohit Sharma’s form make MI’s batting formidable. PBKS’s aggressive batting, led by Shreyas Iyer and Prabhsimran Singh, could challenge MI if they fire, but their bowling, especially Arshdeep Singh’s recent struggles, is a concern.
The high-scoring Ahmedabad pitch favours both teams’ strengths, but MI’s ability to execute under pressure gives them a 60% chance of winning, compared to PBKS’s 40%. If MI bat first, they are likely to defend 210-220 by 10-15 runs; if chasing, they could overhaul 200-215 in 19 overs. PBKS could upset MI if their openers set a platform and Chahal (if fit) contains MI’s middle order. However, MI’s balanced unit and clutch performers make them favourites to reach their 7th IPL final.
Final Prediction: Mumbai Indians to win and advance to the IPL 2025 final against RCB.
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