Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, Shreyas Iyer kept fighting during the run chase. Delivering an unbeaten knock of 87 runs, Iyer helped Punjab seal the final berth of the IPL 2025. PBKS will now clash against RCB on June 3 for the title clash
Shreyas Iyer, Hardik Pandya (Pic: IPL/BCCI)
Despite a prolonged rain interruption on Sunday evening, the Indian Premier League 2025 Qualifier 2 between Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings will go ahead without any reduction in overs. The BCCI confirmed that play will resume at 9:45 PM IST, with no overs lost.
The match, held at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium, was initially scheduled to start at 7:30 PM IST. However, just as players prepared to take the field, light drizzle began, prompting ground staff to swiftly cover the pitch and surrounding areas. The drizzle soon intensified, disrupting hopes of an on-time start. A brief clearing gave a glimmer of hope, but a second, more sustained downpour delayed proceedings even further.
Earlier in the evening, Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to field first in what is effectively a semifinal clash, with the winner securing a coveted berth in the IPL 2025 final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
In terms of team changes, Punjab made a strategic call by reintroducing veteran leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal to bolster their spin arsenal. Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians were forced to tweak their lineup due to injury concerns, bringing in English left-arm pacer Reece Topley to replace the sidelined Richard Gleeson.
For Punjab Kings, the stakes are monumental. Still recovering from a heavy eight-wicket defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Qualifier 1, they are now in a must-win situation to keep their hopes of a maiden IPL title alive. The crushing nature of that previous loss has left them under pressure, and the rain delay may add an extra layer of psychological strain.
On the other hand, Mumbai Indians come into this fixture riding a wave of confidence. Their emphatic 20-run victory over Gujarat Titans in the Eliminator underscored their depth and playoff pedigree. Having already won five IPL titles and boasting an unmatched record in knockout matches, MI will look to leverage their experience and momentum as they chase a sixth crown.
PBKS vs MI, IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 live updates: Full squads
Mumbai Indians: Hardik Pandya (c), Suryakumar Yadav, Rohit Sharma, Tilak Varma, Bevon Jacobs, Robin Minz (wk), Krishnan Shrijith (wk), Naman Dhir, Raj Bawa, Mitchell Santner, Jasprit Bumrah, Arjun Tendulkar, Ashwani Kumar, Reece Topley, Karn Sharma, Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar, Satyanarayana Raju, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Raghu Sharma, Jonny Bairstow (wk), Richard Gleeson, Charith Asalanka.
Punjab Kings: Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Vishnu Vinod (wk), Josh Inglis (wk), Harnoor Pannu, Pyla Avinash, Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Harpreet Brar, Azmatullah Omarzai, Priyansh Arya, Aaron Hardie, Musheer Khan, Suryansh Shedge, Mitch Owen, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Vyshak Vijaykumar, Yash Thakur, Kuldeep Sen, Xavier Bartlett, Pravin Dubey, Kyle Jamieson
PBKS vs MI, IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 live updates: Toss
Punjab Kings opted to bowl against Mumbai Indians in the Qualifier 2 of the Indian Premier League here on Sunday
PBKS vs MI, IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 live updates: Playing XIs
Mumbai Indians: Rohit Sharma, Jonny Bairstow (w), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (c), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Raj Bawa, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, Reece Topley
Punjab Kings: Priyansh Arya, Josh Inglis (w), Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Shashank Singh, Azmatullah Omarzai, Kyle Jamieson, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal
PBKS vs MI, IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 live updates: Match to resume at 9:45 PM
The Qualifier 2 between Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings will be played to its full extent despite showers delaying the start of the match by more than two hours, here on Sunday. The BCCI informed that the contest will resume at 9:45pm with no overs lost.
PBKS vs MI, IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 live updates: Match begins!
Pandya produced a stunning moment in the field, executing a brilliant run-out to dismiss Shashank Singh at a pivotal juncture. Meanwhile, Shreyas Iyer brought up a well-crafted half-century off just 27 deliveries, keeping Punjab Kings in the hunt during a tense chase.
PBKS: 207/5 (19)
"We've lost the battle, but not the war," skipper Shreyas Iyer proves it by delivering a match-winning knock of an unbeaten 87 runs. Following his knock, Punjab Kings defeated Mumbai Indians by five wickets in the IPL 2025 Qualifier 2.
PBKS: 173/5 (17)
Ashwani Kumar broke the partnership by removing the dangerous Nehal Wadhera, delivering a much-needed breakthrough for Mumbai. However, despite the setback, Punjab Kings managed to capitalise on loose deliveries and collected 16 valuable runs from the over, keeping the pressure firmly on the chasing side.
PBKS: 163/4 (16)
Shreyas Iyer has unleashed a brutal assault on Reece Topley, hammering three consecutive sixes to accelerate Punjab’s chase in emphatic fashion
PBKS: 128/3 (13)
Pandya’s second over proved costly as Iyer and Wadhera unleashed a flurry of boundaries to collect 17 runs
PBKS: 98/3 (10)
Hardik Pandya delivered a crafty slower bouncer to dismiss Josh Inglis, who edged it behind for 38. The appeal from the bowler was relatively subdued, yet umpire Nitin Menon responded by raising his finger. Inglis, convinced he hadn’t nicked it, opted for an immediate review
PBKS: 81/3 (9)
Ashwani struck with his very first delivery to remove Priyansh Arya. Operating from over the wicket, the debutant bowled a sharp back-of-a-length delivery around the off stump, which proved too tricky for the batter to handle.
PBKS: 64/2 (6)
Trent Boult struck a vital blow for Mumbai Indians in the third over, removing Prabhsimran Singh for the third time in IPL encounters.
PBKS: 17/1 (2.3)
Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya take the crease and kick off the innings with a powerful boundary! Punjab sets an aggressive tone early, aiming to challenge Mumbai’s imposing 200-plus total at Ahmedabad. A strong start could put pressure on the defending champions right from the outset.
PBKS: 6/0 (1)
Mumbai Indians posted a commanding 203/6 after being put in to bat by Punjab Kings in Qualifier 2. Bairstow’s fiery 38 set the tone, followed by a crucial 72-run stand between Tilak (44) and SKY (44). Naman Dhir’s late blitz (37 off 18) sealed a dominant batting display
MI: 203/6 (20)
Mumbai Indians continue to build steadily as they cross the 170-run mark in the 18th over. The 17th over yielded 14 crucial runs, with Naman Dhir and Hardik Pandya at the crease showcasing excellent game awareness and calculated shot selection.
MI: 170/4 (17)
Kyle Jamieson made a decisive impact with a smartly disguised leg-cutter, dismissing the dangerous Tilak Varma. Operating from around the wicket, Jamieson bowled a full delivery wide outside the off-stump. Tilak, attempting an aggressive heave over deep mid-wicket, failed to get the desired connection and ended up slicing it high into the air, prompting Priyansh Arya to sprint in from long-on and complete a superb running catch
MI: 142/4 (14.1)
Yuzvendra Chahal delivered a vital breakthrough by removing the dangerous Suryakumar Yadav, who was cruising at 44 and looked poised for a half-century. The seasoned leg-spinner tossed one up on middle and leg, tempting SKY into a sweep. However, the shot lacked control and elevation, resulting in a straightforward catch for Nehal Wadhera stationed at deep mid-wicket
MI: 142/3 (14)
Tilak Varma and Suryakumar Yadav are currently toying with the Punjab Kings' bowling attack. Tilak has raced to a fluent 41 off just 25 deliveries, while SKY is providing solid support with a brisk 17 from 12 balls. The duo has built strong momentum, pushing Mumbai Indians toward a commanding total.
MI: 112/2 (11)
Vyshak delivered one of the more economical overs for PBKS on a high-scoring night. He conceded just five runs and struck a crucial blow by removing Jonny Bairstow, giving Punjab a much-needed breakthrough
MI: 70/2 (6.6)
The fourth over saw some steady action as Arshdeep Singh was struck for two boundaries. Tilak Varma and Jonny Bairstow are finding their rhythm, keeping the scoreboard ticking briskly. Mumbai Indians are cruising with a healthy run rate of 10.75
MI: 43/1 (4)
Rohit Sharma departs early, falling to Marcus Stoinis on just his second delivery of the night. Trying to clear the infield, Rohit mistimed his shot and handed a straightforward catch to the fielder, giving Punjab a crucial breakthrough. With Mumbai Indians losing their first wicket, Tilak Varma walks in earlier than expected. The left-hander immediately makes his presence felt, launching Stoinis for a towering six to announce his arrival.
MI: 28/1 (2.3)
Rohit Sharma and Jonny Bairstow have taken their positions at the crease, but it was Arshdeep Singh who stole the spotlight with a brilliant opening over. He conceded just four runs in total, including a solitary extra from a wide, keeping the pressure firmly on Mumbai Indians from the outset. The openers struggled to find rhythm, unable to make the most of the powerplay's first six balls. A tight and disciplined start by Arshdeep set the tone early for Punjab Kings.
MI: 15/0 (2)
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