Published on: May 26, 2025 12:54 pm IST|Updated on: May 29, 2025 5:00 pm IST
Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians are all set to go on a collision course at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur in match 69 of Tata IPL 2025. Both Punjab and Mumbai are already in the playoffs and eyeing a spot among the top two. This game is crucial for both teams, as a win for either of them will seal their position among the top 2.
The 5-time champions, Mumbai Indians, are heading into this fixture on the back of a win over Delhi Capitals at home by 59 runs. That win sealed their playoff spot, and they now stand a chance of finishing among the top two if they win this fixture.
Punjab Kings lost their last game against Delhi Capitals by 6 wickets. That loss must have dented their confidence, but PBKS will be looking to bounce back in this game to gain confidence heading into the playoffs. A win here will seal their spot on the pole position of the points table.
Let’s delve deeper into this post for the PBKS vs MI Dream11 prediction.
Date: 26th May 2025 Time: 7:30 PM IST Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
Matches Played: 32 PBKS won: 15 MI won: 17 No Result: 0 Tied: 0
Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians have built a competitive rivalry over the years, with 32 encounters in IPL history. While MI holds a slight advantage with 17 wins, PBKS is not far behind, having secured 15 victories. Recent matchups have favored Punjab, as they lead the last five head-to-head battles with three wins, while MI has managed to claim two victories.
The Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur has been known for its batting-friendly conditions, but in IPL 2025, it has shown a more balanced nature, assisting both batters and bowlers. While the surface allows batters to settle and accelerate as the innings progresses, spinners have found considerable turn and grip, making the middle overs crucial for the bowling teams. The short boundaries provide opportunities for aggressive stroke play, allowing for high-scoring matches.
However, dew in the second innings could make bowling trickier, giving the chasing side an advantage. With these conditions in mind, teams winning the toss may prefer to bowl first, ensuring they have a better grip on the game during the latter stages. A target of 180+ is expected to be competitive on this surface, given the nature of the pitch. This clash between the Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians promises to be an exciting battle, with both teams looking to capitalize on the conditions.
Here are some key IPL stats for Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur:
PBKS vs MI Team News and Expected Playing XI
PBKS Expected Playing XI: Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Josh Inglis, Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Kyle Jamieson, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal IMPACT PLAYERS: Harpreet Brar
MI Expected Playing XI: Ryan Rickelton (wk), Rohit Sharma, Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (c), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah IMPACT PLAYERS: Karn Sharma
As per the betting odds provided by most of the bettors, the Mumbai Indians are tipped as the favorites to win this match.
The all-important clash between the Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals will take place on Monday, May 26, at 07:30 PM (IST). Online live streaming will take place on the JioHotstar app. The TV streaming will take place on Star Sports Network.
Wicket-keepers: Ryan Rickelton, Prabhsimran Singh Batters: Shreyas Iyer, Priyansh Arya, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma All-Rounders: Will Jacks, Mitchell Santner Bowlers: Trent Boult, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah
C/VC Options- Suryakumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Jasprit Bumrah, Prabhsimran Singh
Tags: IPL 2025