MI vs PBKS Qualifier 2 Preview: Where to Watch, Lineups, and Match Details
MI's Title Ambition Clashes With PBKS' Historic Push on June 1
Lorna
Lorna, a Sports editor from BRG365, graduated from UNIL. I has worked as a commentator in Sports Illustrated for five years, already coveraging on the UEFA Cup, Serie A and the Club World Cup.
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Kick-off Time, Live Stream, and Location
The IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) will take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at 10:00 PM ET.
The winner will advance to face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the final on June 3.
Fans can catch live coverage on Jio Hotstar (India), Willow TV (USA/Canada), Sky Sports (UK/Ireland).
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Match Review
MI reached Qualifier 2 by defending 228 against Gujarat Titans, winning by 20 runs (GT all out for 208).
Rohit Sharma (68) and Suryakumar Yadav (58) starred with the bat; Jasprit Bumrah (3/32) and Trent Boult (2/40) led bowling.
MI’s playoff record remains strong (14 wins in 21 games), though they’ve won just once in six matches at Narendra Modi Stadium.
Hardik Pandya’s leadership and MI’s experience are vital.
PBKS lost Qualifier 1 to RCB (all out for 101) but bounced back this season—making playoffs after 11 years and winning 4 of 6 in Ahmedabad.
Shreyas Iyer (516 runs) anchors their batting, while Arshdeep Singh (18 wickets) and Kyle Jamieson (14 wickets) spearhead the pace attack.
Where to Watch MI vs PBKS
📆 Match Day: June 1, 2025
⏰ Kick-off: 10:00 PM ET
📺 Live Stream: Jio Hotstar, ESPN+, Sky Sports
📍 Stadium: Narendra Modi Stadium
🎟️ Tickets: Official IPL Website, BookMyShow, Paytm Insider
Possible Lineups
Mumbai Indians
Rohit Sharma, Jonny Bairstow (wk), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (c), Naman Dhir, Raj Bawa, Mitchell Santner, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, Richard Gleeson
Impact Player: Ashwani Kumar Coach: Mark Boucher
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, Josh Inglis (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Harpreet Brar, Arshdeep Singh, Kyle Jamieson
Impact Player: Yuzvendra Chahal Coach: Trevor Bayliss
Prediction
MI’s playoff pedigree and Hardik Pandya’s ability to thrive in high-pressure games give them a 55% win probability.
Their bowling depth, led by Bumrah and Boult, could exploit PBKS’ inconsistent middle order, while Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav’s form will be crucial.
PBKS’ home ground advantage and recent league-stage win over MI add intrigue, but their playoff inexperience (1 win in 5 matches) may prove decisive.
The pitch at Narendra Modi Stadium favors high scores, but MI’s knack for closing out tight games tilts the balance.
Verdict: MI to win 2-1 in a close contest, booking their place in the final.
Where to Watch and What to Expect
This Qualifier 2 is a battle of legacy vs. ambition: MI’s title-winning experience against PBKS’ hunger to reach their first IPL final.
Tune in via Star Sports/Jio Hotstar (India) or regional broadcasters worldwide to see if MI’s playoff nous prevails or if PBKS can rewrite their narrative. The road to the IPL 2025 trophy starts here!
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