Who will win today’s IPL 2025 match?

PBKS vs MI Match Prediction: In the penultimate match of the IPL 2025 league stage, Punjab Kings host Mumbai Indians in Jaipur for a crucial battle for the Qualifier 1 spot. If PBKS win, they will secure a Top 2 finish and the cushion of Qualifier 1. But a Mumbai win can all but guarantee them a Top 2 finish with a better net run rate even if Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Lucknow Super Giants in the last league match.

Match Details

• Match: Punjab Kings vs Mumbai Indians, Match 69, IPL 2025
• Date and Time: May 26, 2025, 7:30 PM IST
• Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
• Live Streaming and Broadcast: Star Sports Network (TV), JioHotstar (online)

PBKS vs MI Match Preview

This match is a virtual shootout for a top-two spot in the IPL 2025 points table. PBKS, led by Shreyas Iyer, are coming off a disappointing six-wicket loss to Delhi Capitals, which dented their hopes of climbing to the top. Despite this, they hold second place with 17 points from 13 games.

MI, under Hardik Pandya’s captaincy, have regained form after a shaky start, securing 16 points from 13 matches with a strong net run rate. Their recent dominant win over Delhi Capitals keeps them in contention for a top-two finish. Both teams boast explosive batting and potent bowling attacks, setting the stage for a thrilling contest where strategic execution and key player performances will be decisive.

Recent Form

• Punjab Kings (L W W W NR): PBKS faltered in their last game, failing to defend 206 against Delhi Capitals. Their batting, led by Prabhsimran Singh and Shreyas Iyer, has been consistent, but their bowling showed vulnerabilities in the recent loss.
• Mumbai Indians (W L W W W): MI have turned their campaign around after early losses, winning eight of their last 13 games. Their six-match winning streak was snapped by the Gujarat Titans. But they bounced back with a convincing victory over Delhi Capitals. Suryakumar Yadav’s batting and Jasprit Bumrah’s bowling have been pivotal.

Sawai Mansingh Stadium Pitch Report

The Sawai Mansingh Stadium pitch in Jaipur has been a batter’s paradise in IPL 2025, with high-scoring games becoming the norm. The short side boundaries (69m and 62m) and a lightning-fast outfield favour aggressive strokeplay, often leading to 200-plus totals.

While the pitch offers some variable bounce in the initial overs, it generally provides good pace and bounce, benefiting top-order batters. Bowlers, particularly seamers, will need to rely on variations as the pitch offers little assistance. Teams chasing have won three of six games this season, with dew potentially aiding the second innings.

Jaipur Weather Report

The weather in Jaipur on May 26, 2025, is expected to be ideal for cricket, with hazy sunshine and dry conditions. Evening temperatures will hover in the mid-30s Celsius, with high humidity but no rain forecast, ensuring an uninterrupted 40-over match. The heat and potential dew could influence the toss, with captains likely preferring to chase.

PBKS vs MI Head-to-Head Records

• Total Matches: 32
• Mumbai Indians Wins: 17
• Punjab Kings Wins: 15

Predicted Playing 11

• Punjab Kings:  Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Priyansh Arya, Josh Inglis, Shreyas Iyer, Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Kyle Jamieson, Harpreet Brar, Arshdeep Singh
  • Impact Player: Praveen Dubey
• Mumbai Indians: Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickleton, Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Karn Sharma, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah
  • Impact Player: Karn Sharma

PBKS vs MI Match Prediction

Mumbai Indians enter this match as slight favourites due to their recent momentum. Suryakumar Yadav’s explosive form (583 runs, average 72.87, strike rate 170.46) and Jasprit Bumrah’s wicket-taking prowess (16 wickets in 9 matches) give MI a balanced edge. PBKS, despite their strong batting led by Prabhsimran Singh (458 runs, strike rate 171.53) and Arshdeep Singh’s bowling (16 wickets), showed vulnerabilities in their bowling against Delhi Capitals.

The Jaipur pitch favours high-scoring games, and MI’s bowling depth, with Trent Boult (19 wickets) and Deepak Chahar, could exploit PBKS’s recent bowling lapses. Posts on X also tilt sentiment toward MI, citing their late-season surge.