In the IPL 2025 Qualifier 2, Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer was handed a hefty fine due to a slow over rate against Mumbai Indians. Other team members were also penalized. Similarly, Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya was also fined a significant amount for the same offense, making it his team’s third violation this season.
Shreyas Iyer etched his name in IPL history, leading Punjab Kings to their first final in 11 years. His captaincy masterclass, combined with a fiery chase spearheaded by his 87 off 41 balls, saw PBKS defeat Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2.
Shreyas Iyer achieved a milestone, becoming the fifth IPL captain to secure 50 wins as Punjab Kings (PBKS) defeated Mumbai Indians. PBKS advances to the IPL final for the second time. Iyer has captained Delhi Capitals, Kolkata Knight Riders, and PBKS, boasting a win percentage exceeding 57%.
Joe Root’s magnificent unbeaten 166 propelled England to a thrilling three-wicket victory over West Indies in Cardiff, securing the ODI series 2-0. Root’s masterclass, featuring crucial partnerships with Harry Brook and Will Jacks, overshadowed West Indies’ 308. This innings not only marked Root’s 18th ODI century but also crowned him as England’s all-time leading ODI run-scorer, surpassing Eoin Morgan.
In a thrilling IPL 2025 Qualifier 2, Punjab Kings faced Mumbai Indians. Yuzvendra Chahal took the crucial wicket of Suryakumar Yadav. Preity Zinta and RJ Mahvash celebrated the big moment. Rohit Sharma fell cheaply, while Tilak Varma and Jonny Bairstow contributed. Mumbai Indians now look to Hardik Pandya and Naman Dhir to boost their total.
Suryakumar Yadav has surpassed AB de Villiers to become the highest-scoring non-opener in an IPL season, achieving this milestone during the Qualifier 2 clash against Punjab Kings. He eclipsed De Villiers’ 2016 record with his aggressive batting style. Now, he aims to surpass Sai Sudharsan for the Orange Cap, as Mumbai Indians pursue their sixth IPL title.
Rohit Sharma’s IPL knockout record reveals a struggle under pressure, marked by numerous single-digit scores, sharing a record with Suresh Raina. Despite this, his overall IPL career remains extraordinary, amassing 7,046 runs, second only to Virat Kohli. He recently played a vital knock of 80 runs in the Eliminator against Gujarat Titans, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure.
Paris Saint-Germain fans celebrated their Champions League victory, resulting in nearly 600 arrests due to clashes with police near the Champs-Elysees. A car incident in Grenoble injured four celebrating fans. Despite the unrest, joyous fans sang and danced, celebrating PSG’s historic win. President Macron will host the team, and a victory parade is planned on the Champs-Elysees.
Rain disrupted the Qualifier 2 match between Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians in Ahmedabad, with PBKS winning the toss and opting to bowl. Yuzvendra Chahal returned to bolster PBKS’s bowling, while MI debuted Reece Topley.
Rain has delayed the IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 between Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians in Ahmedabad, threatening the high-stakes clash. A full 20-over match is possible until 9:30 PM IST, after which overs will be reduced. If no play is possible, Punjab Kings, who finished higher in the league table, will advance to the final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.