Mumbai Indians’ IPL 2025 top-two hopes crashed after a loss to Punjab Kings, spotlighting Rohit Sharma’s inconsistent form. Despite a few impactful innings, his overall performance has been underwhelming, averaging 27.42 with 329 runs. His struggles have hurt MI’s top-order stability, especially during their early-season losses. As MI head into the Eliminator, Rohit’s performance is crucial for their title aspirations.
Punjab Kings’ Shashank Singh lauded coach Ricky Ponting and captain Shreyas Iyer for fostering a culture of equality and mutual respect within the team. He emphasized that Ponting’s coaching has transformed the team’s mindset and belief, while Iyer’s leadership provides freedom to every member, including support staff.
Punjab Kings secured a top-two finish in IPL 2025 after defeating Mumbai Indians, marking their first such achievement in 11 years. This victory grants them a crucial advantage: two opportunities to reach the final. Under coach Ricky Ponting and captain Shreyas Iyer, PBKS aim to capitalise on this second chance and pursue their inaugural IPL title.
Ricky Ponting lauded Shreyas Iyer’s captaincy after Punjab Kings secured a top-two finish after the league stage, emphasising Iyer’s leadership and the team’s investment in him. Ponting acknowledged Marco Jansen’s absence due to the WTC final but expressed confidence in the team’s depth. He also praised young opener Priyansh Arya’s impactful performance.
Co-owner Preity Zinta’s exuberant celebration stole the show as Punjab Kings secured a top-two finish in the IPL league stage. Skipper Shreyas Iyer’s match-winning six against Mumbai Indians triggered Zinta’s passionate outburst. The victory, fueled by Inglis and Arya’s impressive partnership, gives Punjab Kings a crucial advantage in the playoffs.
Punjab Kings defeated Mumbai Indians in a crucial match, securing a top-two finish in IPL 2025. Mumbai Indians scored 184/7, highlighted by Suryakumar Yadav’s 57. Punjab Kings chased the target in 18.3 overs, powered by Priyansh Arya and Josh Inglis’s partnership. Punjab Kings will now play in Qualifier 1, while Mumbai Indians will compete in the Eliminator.
Anil Kumble believes Shubman Gill is capable of leading the Indian Test team despite the unique pressures of captaining the national side. With veterans like Kohli, Rohit, and Ashwin absent, Gill has the opportunity to establish his legacy. Kumble also acknowledged the challenges Kohli and Rohit face in maintaining fitness for ODIs but emphasized celebrating their careers.
Suryakumar Yadav’s impressive 57 and Hardik Pandya’s contribution propelled Mumbai Indians to a total of 184 for seven against Punjab Kings in a crucial IPL match. Suryakumar surpassed Sachin Tendulkar’s record, becoming Mumbai’s highest run-scorer in a single IPL season.
Hardik Pandya, the Mumbai Indians’ all-rounder, is set to mark his 300th T20 appearance in a crucial match against Punjab Kings. With 5,512 runs and 203 wickets in his T20 career, Pandya’s milestone coincides with a vital game where the winner gains a significant advantage in the IPL final race.
At the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, Punjab Kings (PBKS) won the toss and chose to bowl first against Mumbai Indians (MI) in their IPL 2025 match. PBKS made two changes, bringing in Kyle Jamieson and Vijaykumar Vyshak. MI included Ashwani Kumar in their starting XI. Hardik Pandya mentioned that his team is treating every game like a knockout.