PBKS vs MI Dream11 Prediction & Top Picks – IPL 2025 Qualifier 2
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Today’s match will be played between Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
This is the match that decides who gets to challenge Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Final of IPL 2025.
Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians are just one step away, but only one will make it through.
What makes this clash even more exciting is the contrast in their journeys leading up to this knockout.
Punjab Kings, who dominated the league phase and finished on top of the table, are coming into this match after a disappointing loss to RCB in Qualifier 1.
Their entire batting lineup collapsed, posting just 101 runs on the board, a total their bowlers had no chance of defending.
But because they topped the points table, they earned a second shot, and that’s what keeps them alive in the tournament.
Shreyas Iyer has been a standout this season, both as a leader and as a batter. Having already lifted an IPL trophy with KKR, he knows how to manage pressure games like this.
The opening duo of Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh has been reliable through the season, but today’s clash is a high-stakes battle, and how they handle that pressure could shape the result.
Arshdeep Singh has been the go-to bowler in crunch moments, especially at the death, but inconsistency has crept into his game.
Kyle Jamieson has picked up wickets, but his high economy rate is proving to be a costly trade-off, especially in tight matches.
On the other side, Mumbai Indians are riding high on confidence after beating Gujarat Titans in their eliminator match.
Their start to the season wasn’t promising, but they’ve timed their comeback perfectly, winning back-to-back games to sneak into the top four.
Rohit Sharma has once again shown why he’s known as the ‘Hitman.’ In pressure games, he brings out his best, and his 81 in the last match was exactly what MI needed.
Jonny Bairstow, playing his first game of the season, gave a strong account of himself even though he fell short of a fifty. His aggressive batting filled the void left by Ryan Rickelton’s absence.
Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma continue to be dependable in the middle, while Hardik Pandya is contributing with both bat and ball. His leadership has finally started clicking at the right moment.
Naman Dhir has chipped in with match-winning cameos, adding depth to the lower middle order.
MI’s bowling has been sharp. Trent Boult has been deadly upfront with the new ball, while Jasprit Bumrah is back doing what he does best, nailing the yorkers and picking wickets in the death overs.
However, Deepak Chahar’s absence was felt in the last game, and it’ll be interesting to see how they fill that void tactically.
This match isn’t just a playoff, it’s a battle of redemption for Punjab and a resurgence for Mumbai. One will rise to meet RCB in the grand finale. The stakes couldn’t be higher.
Stay tuned for the PBKS vs MI Dream11 team, expert fantasy tips, and deep-dive insights to give you the edge.
PBKS vs MI Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Punjab Kings vs Mumbai Indians, Qualifier 2, Indian Premier League 2025. |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Date & Time | June 1, 07:30 PM IST |
| Live Streaming | Disney+ JioHotstar app and Star Sports Network |
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PBKS vs MI Pitch Report
The pitch at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad has been a paradise for batters this season. Most of the matches played here have turned into high-scoring encounters, and it’s not surprising considering the conditions.
The ball comes onto the bat nicely, the bounce is true, and there’s plenty of room for stroke-making, especially once the powerplay is out of the way.
The average first-innings score on this ground is a massive 222, which clearly tells you that anything under 200 is chaseable.
Bowlers, especially the seamers, do get some help early on if they hit the right lengths, but once the batters get set, it’s all about power-hitting and smart placement.
Last Matches Stats:
25th March 2025
PBKS 243/5 (20) GT 232/5 (20)
29th March 2025
GT 196/8 (20) MI 160/6 (20)
9th April 2025
GT 217/6 (20) RR 159 (19.2)
19th April 2025
DC 203/8 (20) GT 204/3 (19.2)
2nd May 2025
GT 224/6 (20) SRH 186/6 (20)
22nd May 2025
LSG 235/2 (20) GT 202/9 (20)
25th May 2025
CSK 230/5 (20) GT 147 (18.3)
Weather Report of Ahmedabad
There’s no chance of rain during the game. The temperature is expected to hover around 31 degrees Celsius with humidity levels touching 57%.
It could get a little sweaty out there, especially for the players fielding first under the lights, but overall, we’re looking at clear skies and ideal conditions for a full game of cricket.
Punjab Kings vs Mumbai Indians Live Streaming
You can catch the Punjab Kings vs Mumbai Indians match live on the JioHotstar app and the Star Sports Network.
If you’re looking to stay updated with real-time stats and fantasy insights, you can follow the live scorecard on the Cricgram app.
PBKS vs MI Head-to-Head
Matches Played: 32
Punjab Kings Wins: 15
Mumbai Indians Wins: 17
Punjab Kings vs Mumbai Indians Recent Form
| Punjab Kings | W | W | L | W | L |
| Mumbai Indians | W | L | W | L | W |
Team News
Punjab Kings
Yuzvendra Chahal had a wrist injury. He is fit to play and can be seen playing today.
Mumbai Indians
Richard Gleeson, who played his first match, had a hamstring issue in the last game.
Deepak Chahar, who missed out on Eliminator, is fit to play.
PBKS vs MI Probable Playing XI
Punjab Kings Probable Playing 11
- Priyansh Arya
- Prabhsimran Singh
- Josh Inglis (wk)
- Shreyas Iyer (c)
- Nehal Wadhera
- Marcus Stoinis
- Shashank Singh
- Azmatullah Omarzai
- Harpreet Brar/Vyshak Vijaykumar
- Kyle Jamieson
- Arshdeep Singh
- Yuzvendra Chahal
Note: Prabhsimran Singh and Yuzvendra Chahal will play as impact subs.
Expected Death Over Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh and Kyle Jamieson.
Mumbai Indians Probable Playing 11
- Rohit Sharma
- Jonny Bairstow (wk)
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Tilak Varma
- Hardik Pandya (c)
- Naman Dhir
- Mitchell Santner
- Raj Bawa
- Trent Boult
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Richard Gleeson
- Ashwani Kumar
Note: Rohit Sharma and Ashwani Kumar will play as impact subs.
Expected Death Over Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult.
Top Picks for PBKS vs MI Dream11 Team
Punjab Kings Best Players:
Shreyas Iyer (c): 131 M, 3643 R, 33.73 A
Prabhsimran Singh: 49 M, 1273 R, 25.97 A
Josh Inglis (wk): 09 M, 201 R, 28.71 A
Marcus Stoinis: 107 M, 2018 R, 28.42 A + 43 W
Arshdeep Singh: 80 M, 31 R, 5.16 A + 94 W
Mumbai Indians Best Players:
Jonny Bairstow: 51 M, 1636 R, 34.80 A
Suryakumar Yadav: 165 M, 4267 R, 34.97 A
Hardik Pandya (c): 151 M, 2734 R, 28.47 A + 77 W
Rohit Sharma: 271 M, 7038 R, 29.82 A + 15 W
Tilak Varma: 53 M, 1455 R, 37.30 A
Jasprit Bumrah: 144 M, 68 R, 9.71 A + 183 W
Trent Boult: 119 M, 142 W
PBKS vs MI Dream11 Prediction
Wicket-Keepers: J Bairstow, J Inglis, P Singh
Batters: R Sharma, S Yadav (C), S Iyer (Vc), Tilak Varma
All-Rounders: H Pandya
Bowlers: Trent Boult, J Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh
Fantasy Cricket Tips for Dream11 Team
Kyle Jamieson is also a good pick.
PBKS vs MI Captain and Vice-Captain Picks
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Shreyas Iyer
- Hardik Pandya
- Prabhsimran Singh
FAQs
Where Can I Get PBKS vs MI live Scorecard?
You can see Live Scorecard PBKS vs MI Live Scorecard on Cricgram app.
Squads
Punjab Kings Squad
Kyle Jamieson, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Josh Inglis (wk), Harnoor Singh, Pyla Avinash, Arshdeep Singh, Praveen Dubey, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Owen, Yuzvendra Chahal, Nehal Wadhera, Azmatullah Omarzai, Aaron Hardie, Kuldeep Sen, Suryansh Shedge, Harpreet Brar, Musheer Khan, Xavier Bartlett, Shreyas Iyer (c), Vishnu Vinod, Yash Thakur.
Mumbai Indians Squad
Jonny Bairstow (wk), Suryakumar Yadav, Karn Sharma, Satyanarayana Raju, Hardik Pandya (c), Naman Dhir, Deepak Chahar, Bevon Jacobs, Tilak Varma, Raj Bawa, Mitchell Santner, Krishnan Shrijith, Charith Asalanka, Richard Gleeson, Arjun Tendulkar, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Robin Minz, Raghu Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Ashwani Kumar, Rohit Sharma, Trent Boult, Reece Topley.
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