Get ready for the IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 showdown as Punjab Kings take on Mumbai Indians in Ahmedabad on June 1. Following a nail-biting victory over Gujarat Titans, Mumbai Indians are fired up to ride that momentum all the way through to the final. On the other hand, Punjab Kings are looking to bounce back hard after a tough defeat against RCB in Qualifier 1. They’re hungry to overcome MI this time and earn another crack at Rajat Patidar’s squad, with the IPL 2025 trophy hanging in the balance.
Ahmedabad’s pitch has generally favored the batsmen this season, making it a lively contest. Toss-winning teams often lean towards chasing, no matter how steep the target looks. But interestingly, the teams batting first have held the edge more often than not.
June 2, 2025 | 01:41 AM
And exhale…
Punjab Kings have finally broken their 11-year IPL final drought by defeating Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 at the Narendra Modi Stadium. A commanding win that propels them straight into the IPL 2025 final!
Six, Six, Six!!
PBKS are cruising at 207/5 in 19 overs. Shreyas Iyer sends Ashwani Kumar a warm welcome, smashing a massive six over long-on. The bowler’s errant full and wide delivery brings a no-ball—free hit time! Shreyas doesn’t miss, clearing the boundary for another six. The scoreboard reads 10 off 10 balls now. Despite some edges, Mumbai’s reviews fall short; bump balls confirmed.
Shreyas unleashes yet another six over long-on. After a couple of wide deliveries, Ashwani tries to throw Shreyas off balance but fails spectacularly. The skipper finishes unbeaten on 87 from just 41 balls, blasting four sixes in the penultimate over to seal the deal. Punjab Kings clinch the match by five wickets — only their second-ever IPL final appearance, the first since 2014.
June 2, 2025 | 01:29 AM
Back comes Bumrah, mixing up yorkers and slower balls. Shreyas expertly guides a yorker past short third man for four, while Stoinis chips in with quick singles. The over finishes with just a handful of runs as Bumrah completes his spell.
June 2, 2025 | 01:19 AM
Boult’s last over sees Shreyas reach his fifty with a crisp boundary past short third. Stoinis’s hustle keeps the scoreboard ticking before a direct hit from the skipper results in a crucial run-out, bringing Stoinis to the crease. Shreyas continues to dominate, slicing yorkers toward the boundary with ease.
June 2, 2025 | 01:09 AM
Ashwani strikes again, conceding a towering six before bowling a slower ball wide outside off that leads to a wicket. Shashank enters aggressively, smashing a six first ball, raising hopes of a late surge.
June 2, 2025 | 00:58 AM
Bumrah returns, his over yielding some singles and tight fielding keeping the runs in check. Despite some flashy shots, the scoring rate remains steady.
June 2, 2025 | 00:52 AM
Boult’s bowling tests the batsmen with a mix of full tosses and slower deliveries. Shreyas and Wadhera respond with boundaries and singles, keeping the innings lively.
June 2, 2025 | 00:48 AM
Topley’s spell is met with aggression—Wadhera dispatches three consecutive sixes, rattling the bowlers. Shreyas, however, struggles slightly, edging one that Bairstow catches on the bounce.
June 2, 2025 | 00:43 AM
Bumrah’s pace keeps the pressure on, but Wadhera finds the gaps and keeps the scoreboard ticking with a mix of singles and boundaries.
June 2, 2025 | 00:38 AM
Ashwani bowls a tidy over with only four runs conceded. Shreyas flicks confidently, while Wadhera misses a pull shot but keeps his composure.
June 2, 2025 | 00:32 AM
Hardik Pandya returns with pace. Wadhera crushes a short ball over fine leg for a massive six, followed by clever singles. A dropped catch by Boult adds to MI’s woes.
June 2, 2025 | 00:26 AM
Santner’s tight bowling nearly traps Wadhera lbw. A big appeal goes unrewarded, but Wadhera retaliates with a boundary to keep momentum alive.
June 2, 2025 | 00:23 AM
Hardik begins his spell with accuracy, conceding just a couple runs before inducing a sharp wicket as Inglis edges behind. New man Wadhera is ready to take charge.
June 2, 2025 | 00:18 AM
Santner returns to stem the flow, keeping runs low as the batsmen cautiously build the innings.
June 2, 2025 | 00:12 AM
Hardik bowls a tight over, but Wadhera and Shreyas find gaps to keep Punjab’s chase steady.
June 2, 2025 | 00:07 AM
Topley to start proceedings, with Priyansh Arya playing positively—picking boundaries and a towering six to get PBKS off to a lively start.
June 1, 2025 | 11:57 PM
Early breakthrough for Mumbai—Prabhsimran edges to Boult, who strikes early. Josh Inglis walks in with the intent to stabilize the innings.
June 1, 2025 | 11:51 PM
A steady start from Punjab’s openers, with Priyansh and Prabhsimran rotating strike and punishing loose balls.
June 1, 2025 | 11:35 PM
Mumbai Indians post a competitive 203/6 in 20 overs. Naman Dhir finishes with some late fireworks, sealing a challenging target for Punjab.
June 1, 2025 | 11:29 PM
Naman keeps Mumbai’s innings ticking, punishing Arshdeep’s short balls and finding boundaries with ease.
June 1, 2025 | 11:24 PM
Omarzai bowls with intent, but Mumbai’s hitters punish anything loose, including a big six from Hardik Pandya.
June 1, 2025 | 11:19 PM
Arshdeep tries to contain Mumbai’s momentum, but the batting lineup keeps finding boundaries and rotating the strike.
June 1, 2025 | 11:13 PM
Vyshak continues the pressure, taking a key wicket with a slower ball that traps Bairstow LBW.
June 1, 2025 | 11:07 PM
Jamieson brings on the spin, trying to slow the run rate, but Mumbai’s batsmen are keen to attack early.
June 1, 2025 | 11:01 PM
Momentum shifts with Bairstow’s aggressive strokeplay—fours and sixes keep the scoreboard ticking quickly for Mumbai.
June 1, 2025 | 10:54 PM
Yuzvendra Chahal spins the web tight, limiting runs while Suryakumar Yadav unleashes some powerful strokes, including a towering six.
June 1, 2025 | 10:50 PM
Mumbai’s innings builds steadily with strategic hitting and smart running between the wickets, setting the stage for a thrilling finish.
This electrifying clash in Ahmedabad showcased every twist and turn cricket lovers crave—power hitting, tactical bowling, and moments of brilliance on both sides. As Punjab Kings punch their ticket to the final, all eyes will be on who will rise to claim the IPL 2025 crown.
