PBKS vs MI Prediction IPL 2025: Who Will Book Their Spot in the Final?
The stage is set for a THRILLER! 🏆 Two of the biggest teams in IPL—Mumbai Indians (MI) and Punjab Kings (PBKS)—are just one win away from the grand finale! 🔥
Imagine this: Jasprit Bumrah steaming in with deadly yorkers… Suryakumar Yadav is smashing sixes at will.
Shreyas Iyer leading PBKS in a do-or-die battle… Who will handle the pressure? Who will CRACK under it?
This is not just a match—it’s a high-voltage showdown where every ball, every run, and every wicket will matter!
If you love cricket, rivalries, and last-over drama, you CAN’T miss this!
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Dream11 Team Prediction: Bumrah’s MI vs PBKS
The IPL 2025 season is reaching its exciting climax, with only three teams left in the race for the trophy.Â
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have already secured their spot in the final, while Mumbai Indians (MI) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) will battle it out in Qualifier 2 for the second finalist position.
The winner will face RCB on June 3 in what promises to be a thrilling finale.
Road to Qualifier 2
Mumbai Indians’ Comeback Story
- MI had a terrible start to the season, winning just one match in their first five games.
- However, they made a strong comeback, winning crucial matches to enter the playoffs.
- In the Eliminator, they defeated Gujarat Titans (GT) to keep their title hopes alive.
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Punjab Kings’ Strong League Performance
- PBKS were dominant in the league stage, finishing at the top of the points table.
- However, they faced a defeat against RCB in Qualifier 1, pushing them into Qualifier 2.
- Earlier, they had beaten MI in Jaipur, giving them confidence for this do-or-die clash.
Key Battles to Watch Out For
This match is packed with exciting player rivalries that could decide the outcome:
- Hardik Pandya (MI) vs Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) – A battle of captains!
- Jasprit Bumrah (MI) vs Arshdeep Singh (PBKS) – Who will bowl better in death overs?
- Suryakumar Yadav (MI) vs Josh Inglis (PBKS) – Explosive batting showdown!
- Trent Boult (MI) vs Kyle Jamieson (PBKS) – Swing vs pace!
Team Strengths & Weaknesses
Here is the team preview of both teams, which will help you get an idea of the teams.
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
✅ Strong Batting Lineup – PBKS have scored 200+ runs seven times this season.
✅ Young Uncapped Players Shining – Players like Priyansh Arya & Nehal Wadhera have stepped up.
❌ Struggled Against Swing Bowling – Their batting collapsed against RCB due to movement.
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Mumbai Indians (MI)
✅ Experience Matters – Players like Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Bumrah bring big-match experience.
✅ Bumrah’s Death Bowling – He has been unplayable, turning matches in MI’s favor.
❌ Dependence on Top Order – If Rohit, SKY, or Pandya fail, the middle order can crumble.
Players in Focus
Shreyas Iyer (PBKS Captain)
- Struggled in the last match but has hit 31 sixes this season.
- On a flat Ahmedabad pitch, he could be dangerous.
Hardik Pandya (MI Captain)
- Has been aggressive in the death overs, scoring 109 runs off 53 balls (strike rate 205).
- His finishing skills will be crucial for MI.
Dream11 Team Prediction: Key Picks
If you’re making a Dream11 team for this match, consider these players:
Batters
✔ Suryakumar Yadav (MI) – Big-hitter, can change the game in a few overs.
✔ Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) – If he gets going, he can score big.
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Bowlers
✔ Jasprit Bumrah (MI) – The best bowler in IPL 2025!
✔ Arshdeep Singh (PBKS) – Excellent in death overs.
All-rounders
✔ Hardik Pandya (MI) – Can contribute with both bat and ball.
✔ Marcus Stoinis (PBKS) – A strong finisher.
Pitch Report & Weather Conditions
- The match will be played on a red-soil pitch in Ahmedabad.
- Teams batting first have won 6 out of 7 games here this season.
- There might be light rain, which could affect the game.
Probable Playing XI
Here is the probable playing 11 of both teams.
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Prabhsimran Singh
- Priyansh Arya
- Josh Inglis (WK)
- Shreyas Iyer (C)
- Nehal Wadhera
- Shashank Singh
- Marcus Stoinis
- Azmatullah Omarzai
- Harpreet Brar
- Kyle Jamieson
- Yuzvendra Chahal (Returning from injury)
Impact Player:Â Vyshak Vijaykumar
Mumbai Indians (MI)
- Rohit Sharma
- Jonny Bairstow (WK)
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Tilak Varma
- Hardik Pandya (C)
- Naman Dhir
- Mitchell Santner
- Raj Bawa
- Richard Gleeson / Reece Topley
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Trent Boult
Impact Player:Â Ashwani Kumar
Who Will Win?
- If PBKS bats first, they have a strong chance.
- If MI’s top order fires, they can chase any total.
- Bumrah vs PBKS batters will be the key battle.
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Final Prediction
This is a 50-50 contest, but MI might have a slight edge because of their experience in knockout games.
Who do you think will win? Share your Dream11 team predictions in the comments! 🏆🔥