PBKS vs MI Match Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report, and Playing XI of 69th Match of IPL 2025

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The battle for a top-two finish in IPL 2025 is heating up, and thanks to a dramatic twist in the final stretch of the season, it’s still wide open. After recent slip-ups from Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans, Mumbai Indians—who looked like long shots not too long ago—have suddenly roared into contention. And now, with just two league games left in the season, a win tonight could send MI straight to the top of the table. The winner between Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians won’t just get bragging rights—they’ll grab pole position heading into the final league game. 

For MI, this is a shot nobody saw coming. Their campaign started on shaky ground, but they’ve turned it around in remarkable fashion. Barring a rain-hit loss to GT, they’ve been flawless in their last eight games. That run of form makes them the favourites going into this one. But don’t count out Punjab Kings just yet. This isn’t the same old PBKS. Under Shreyas Iyer, they’ve been one of the standout sides this season—more polished, more consistent, and fully deserving of a top-two finish. However, missing Yuzvendra Chahal could seriously hurt them. His absence was felt in their loss to Delhi Capitals, and they’ll need others to step up tonight if they’re to get over the line. 

All signs point to a nail-biter under the Jaipur lights. For both teams, this is more than just two points—it’s a shot at playoff advantage, and perhaps, destiny. 

Head-to-Head: PBKS vs MI - Who Holds the Advantage?

If we talk about head to head record, then both the teams have faced each other 32 times in which PBKS has won 15 matches whereas MI have won 17 matches. In such a situation, PBKS will have an advantage in this match because they will be playing on their same ground where played previous match.

The matches between the two teams are always tough. PBKS's team is looking in good form but MI's main batsmen need to take responsibility as they are getting out after getting set. For MI, both openers Rohot Sharma and Ryan Rickelton have looking in good touch but need to perform well at away matches.

Total Matches Played: 32

PBKS Wins: 15

MI Wins: 17

No Result/Abandoned Matches: 0

Despite Punjab having the firepower of Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh and Shreyash Iyer, MI's all-around strength and explosive players Hardik Pandya and Naman Dhir give them the upper hand in this head-to-head contest. However, it’s always been a close battle, with both sides frequently trading blows in IPL clashes.

Recent Forms of Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals:

PBKS: L W W W L

MI: W L W W W

Predictions: Who Will Win the Match?

As far as fantasy cricket is concerned, PBKS might have the edge with their explosive batting lineup led by Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, Shreyash Iyer, Nehal Badhera and Shashank Singh, but MI's balanced squad and the presence of all-rounders like Hardik Pandya and Mitchell Santner make them a formidable opponent. Sawai Mansingh Stadium, with its high-scoring potential, might slightly favor the batting-heavy teams, so expect a run-fest.

Injury Update:

Currently no injury concerns from both sides.

PBKS vs MI Match, Date, Time, & Venue: 

Match: PBKS vs MI 69th Match of IPL 2025  

Date & Time: 26 May 2025

Stadium: Sawai Mansingh Stadium

Location: Jaipur

PBKS vs MI Match Pitch Report:

The iconic Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur has been a key IPL venue since 2008, offering a pitch that has consistently provided exciting contests between bat and ball. As the venue for numerous thrilling IPL matches, SMS Stadium has become renowned for its balanced surface, which slightly favours chasing teams. In the 62 IPL matches played here, 41 have been won by teams batting second, giving chasing sides a 65% success rate.

The pitch at SMS Stadium offers a fair contest for both batters and bowlers. Early on, batsmen enjoy good bounce and pace, allowing them to score freely. However, as the game progresses, bowlers — particularly spinners and medium pacers — can extract valuable assistance. The pitch is known to be unpredictable, with scores fluctuating greatly. The highest team total here is 217/6 (SRH vs RR, IPL 2023), while the lowest is 59 (RR vs RCB, IPL 2023).

The average first-innings score at Sawai Mansingh Stadium is around 161.5, though recent matches have seen an increase to 179.5. This trend reflects the growing emphasis on aggressive batting in modern IPL cricket. The outfield at SMS Stadium is among the largest in the IPL, making it difficult for players to clear the boundary, with more than 60% of dismissals coming from catches, many of them in the deep.

While batters can post big scores on their day, bowlers also have their say, especially with accurate lines and variations. The average runs per over at the stadium is 8.14, suggesting a competitive balance between bat and ball. IPL teams often prefer bowling first due to the surface's tendency to ease out under lights, which makes chasing more manageable. The average second-innings score stands at 148.8, further reinforcing the advantage for sides chasing targets.

IPL Stats	Value
Total Matches	62
Batting First Won	21
Bowling First Won	41
1st Innings Average Score	162
2nd Innings Average Score	149
Highest Total	217/6
Lowest Total	59/10
Highest Chased	217/6
Lowest Defended	144/6

Possible Playing 11 for Punjab Kings:

Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Mitchell Owen, Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal 

Impact Sub: Praveen Dubey, Vijaykumar Vaishak, Harpreet Brar, Prabhsimran Singh

Possible playing 11 for Mumbai Indians

Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton, Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Naman Dhir, Hardik Pandya, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah  

Impact Players: Robin Minz, Karn Sharma, Reece Topley, Corbin Bosch 

Punjab Kings Key players: 

Priyansh Arya: 6 (9), 9 (7), 23 (15), 69 (35), 22 (15), 16 (11), 22 (12)

Prabhsimran Singh: 28 (18), 21 (10), 54 (36), 83 (49), 33 (17), 13 (9), 30 (15)

Shreyas Iyer: 53 (4), 30 (25), 72 (41), 25* (16), 6 (10), 7 (10), 0 (2)

Shashank Singh: 11 (10), 59 (30), 23 (12), DNP, 31* (33), 1 (5), 18(17)

Marco Jansen: 0 (2) + 1/42, DNB + 2/41, 4 (2) + 2/30, 0/20 + 25*(20), 2/10 + DNB, 3/17 + 1(2), 0/39 + 5(5)

Arshdeep Singh: 0/35, 0/60, 2/25, 1/26, 2/23, 1/11, 1/37

Yuzvendra Chahal: DNP, 0/30, 4/32, 1/36, 2/11, 1/5, 1/56

Wicketkeepers: Prabhsimran Singh, Ryan Rickelton

Batsman: Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav 

All-rounders: Marco Janson, Will Jacks, Mitchell Santner

Bowlers:  Arshdeep Singh,  Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah

Punjab kings vs Mumbai Indians Team for Today Match:

Punjab kings vs Mumbai Indians Prediction Caption and Vice-Captain: 

Choice 1: SuryaKumar Yadav (C), Sheyas Iyer (VC) 

Choice 2:  Jasprit Bumrah  (C), Marco Janson (VC)

Punjab kings vs Mumbai Indians Fantasy Prediction Backups:

Nehal Vadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Karun Nair, Kuldeep Yadav

Disclaimer:     

The author has provided you with the above-mentioned match prediction on the basis of his research, understanding, and analysis, consider the points and make your own decision

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