Hello, welcome back to Sports Jazbaa. Today, we will cover Qualifier 2 of the Indian Premier League between the Punjab Kings and the Mumbai Indians.
The PBKS vs MI IPL Dream11 Team, Dream11 Prediction, and Fantasy Tips will be discussed, along with full Stats and Information on every player.
This match will be played on 1st June at 7:30 P.M. IST
In this preview, we will discuss the probable playing11 of both teams. Dream11 Team will also be discussed here.
So, let’s start with the Pitch Report without wasting time.
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Match Details
Match | Qualifier 2 |
Date | 1st June, 2025, Sunday |
Time | 7:30 P.M. IST |
Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
Streaming | JioHotstar |
TV | Star Sports Network |
Pitch Report
The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad is set to host this high-voltage Qualifier 2 clash between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Mumbai Indians (MI).
The pitch here is a dream for batters, offering true bounce and pace, allowing them to play their shots freely.
Why Batters Will Dominate?
✅ Batting-Friendly Surface – The ball comes onto the bat perfectly, making strokeplay easy.
✅ Long Boundaries – Despite the size, batters can still clear them with good timing.
✅ High-Scoring Matches – The average score here is above 200, indicating a run-fest.
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Bowlers?
⚡ Initial Movement for Pacers – Some swing early on, but only for the first few overs.
❌ No Help for Spinners – The pitch doesn’t offer much turn, making it tough for slow bowlers.
🌫️ Dew Factor Minimised – Groundsmen use a special chemical spray, reducing dew impact.
📌 Dream11 Team Strategy:
✔ Load up on top-order batters (They’ll cash in on these conditions).
✔ Pick genuine all-rounders (They contribute with both bat and ball).
❌ Avoid too many specialist bowlers (They’ll struggle on this track).
Head-to-Head
Recent History Between PBKS & MI
- Total Matches Played (Recently): 9
- PBKS Wins: 4
- MI Wins: 4
- Tied Matches: 1
📌 Key Insight:
- Both teams have been evenly matched in recent encounters.
- No clear dominance – makes this clash even more exciting!
Team Previews
Here is the team preview of both teams, which will help you get an idea of the teams.
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
✔ Batting Strength: Very Strong
- Packed with hard-hitters and technically solid batters.
- Players who can adapt and accelerate as per match situation.
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✔ Bowling Strength: Good But Struggling Recently
- Have quality bowlers, but form has been inconsistent.
- Need to step up in death overs to contain MI’s firepower.
📌 X-Factor:
- A Omarzai – A hard-hitting all-rounder who can change the game.
Mumbai Indians (MI)
✔ Batting Strength: Strong & In-Form
- Explosive top order with players who love big stages.
- Middle-order stability with technically sound batters.
✔ Bowling Strength: Decent with Quality Options
- Pacers & spinners who can strike at crucial moments.
- J Bumrah – A death-over specialist who can turn the game.
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📌 X-Factor:
- Tilak Varma – A consistent middle-order batter who anchors well.
Probable Playing11
Here is the probable playing 11 of both teams.
PBKS
Player Name | Recent Form |
1. P Arya | 20, 7, 62, 6, 9, 1, 69, 22, 16, 22, 36, 103 |
2. Prabhsimran Singh | 6, 18, 13, 28, 21, 91, 83, 33, 13, 30, 42, 0 |
3. Shreyas Iyer | 87*, 2, 26, 53, 30, 45, 25, 6, 7, 0, 82, 9 |
4. Josh Inglis | 38, 4, 73, 32, 30, 6, 11, 29, 14, 2, 11, - |
5. Nehal Wadhera | 48, 8, 2, 16, 70, 16, 5, 33, 10, 27, 9 |
6. Shashank Singh | 2, 3, -, 11, 59, 33, 31, 1, 18, 2, 52 |
7. Marcus Stoinis | 2+1w, 26, -, 44+0w, 15+0w, 1+0w |
8. A Omarzai | 2w, 18+0w, 1+0w, 21+2w, 2w, 1w |
9. K Jamieson | 1w, 1w, 0w, 1w, 1w, 0w |
10. Arshdeep Singh | 0w, 0w, 2w, 0w, 0w, 3w, 1w, 2w, 1w, 1w, 0w |
11. Yuzi Chahal | 1w, 0w, 1w, 4w, - |
MI
Player Name | Recent Form |
1. J Bairtsow | 47, 166, 81, 53, 108 |
2. Rohit Sharma | 81, 24, 5, 7, 53 |
3. Surya Kumar Yadav | 33, 57, 73, 35, 48 |
4. Tilak Varma | 25, 1, 27, 7, - |
5. Hardik Pandya | 22+0w, 26+0w, 3, 1+0w, 48+1w |
6. Naman Dhir | 9+0w, 20, 24, 7, - |
7. R Angad Bawa | -, -, 37+1w, 28, 8+1w |
8. M Santner | 1w, 2w, 3w, 0w, 1w |
9. T Boult | 2w, 0w, 1w, 2w, 3w |
10. J Bumrah | 1w, 1w, 3w, 2w, 2w |
11. R Gleeson | 1w, 0w, 2w, 0w, 0w |
Key Players for Dream11 Team
This is a high-quality match consisting of top-quality players, which makes it difficult for you to select 11 of these players. But why worry? We are here to assist you.
Safe Captaincy Picks
1. Surya Kumar Yadav (BAT – MI)
✔ Top-Order Batting – Loves to dominate from ball one.
✔ Recent Form: Excellent – Consistently scoring big runs.
✔ Spin Specialist – Plays slow bowlers with ease.
📌 Why Captain?
- Can play match-winning knocks in big games.
- High strike rate ensures maximum Dream11 Team points.
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2. Shreyas Iyer (BAT – PBKS)
✔ Hard-Hitter – Destroys bowlers in middle overs.
✔ Attacking Intent – Keeps scoreboard ticking.
✔ Top-Order Role – Gets maximum balls to score.
📌 Why Vice-Captain?
- Batting-friendly pitch suits his style perfectly.
- Consistent performer in pressure matches.
3. J Bumrah (BOWL – MI)
✔ Death-Over Specialist – Nails yorkers under pressure.
✔ Wicket-Taker – Breaks partnerships.
✔ Recent Form: Very Good – Leading MI’s attack.
📌 Why Pick Him?
- Even on flat pitches, his variations work.
- Economical + Wickets = Dream11 Team gold.
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4. Hardik Pandya (ALL – MI)
✔ Hard-Hitter + Wicket-Taker – Perfect all-rounder.
✔ Recent Form: Good – Contributing in both departments.
📌 Dream11 Team Impact:
- Batting + Bowling points make him a must-have.
High-Risk Picks
1. A Omarzai (ALL – PBKS)
✔ Hard-Hitter – Can score quickfire 30-40 runs.
✔ Wicket-Taking Bowler – Handy with the ball.
📌 Risk:
- Inconsistent – Can fail in big matches.
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2. Tilak Varma (BAT – MI)
✔ Technically Solid – Builds innings well.
✔ Consistent Performer – Reliable in middle order.
📌 Risk:
- Batting position sometimes fluctuates.
High-Risk Drops
1. Prabhsimran Singh (BAT – MI)
❌ Poor Recent Form – Struggling for runs.
❌ Over-Attacking Nature – Gets out cheaply often.
2. Priyansh Arya (BAT – PBKS)
❌ Mixed Form – Unreliable in pressure games.
❌ Struggles vs Spin – Weakness against slow bowlers.
Dream11 Team
✅ Safe Dream11 Team (H2H & Small Leagues)
✔ Batters: Surya Kumar Yadav (C), Shreyas Iyer
✔ All-Rounders: Hardik Pandya, A Omarzai
✔ Bowlers: J Bumrah, PBKS Pacer
✔ WK: MI Wicketkeeper
📌 Strategy: Bank on consistent performers.
🎯 Risky Dream11 Team (Grand Leagues)
✔ Batters: Tilak Varma, PBKS Middle Order
✔ All-Rounders: A Omarzai
✔ Bowlers: MI Spinner, PBKS Death Bowler
✔ Captain: Hardik Pandya
📌 Strategy: Go for differential picks.
📢 Final Dream11 Team Tips
✔ Toss Matters – Batting first is preferred due to dew control.
✔ Top-Order Batters = Key – They’ll score the most runs.
✔ All-Rounders Are Gold – They fetch points in both departments.
🚨 Pro Tip for Dream11 Team:
- If PBKS bats first, stack their hard-hitters.
- If MI bats first, trust Bumrah & their spinners.