PBKS vs MI My11 Circle Prediction: Fantasy Tips, Top Captaincy Picks, Playing XI, Pitch and Weather Report | IPL 2025 | Qualifier 2, Match 73

The Qualifier 2 match of the IPL 2025 will feature Punjab Kings taking on Mumbai Indians at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. This is the official third match of the playoffs of this season, and the winner of the match will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the winner of Qualifier 1 in the final of the 18th edition. Meanwhile, the loser will get eliminated from the season.

With the upcoming PBKS vs MI Clash, the two teams are set to face off for the second and final time this season. Both sides have fought hard and dominated much of the league stage, scoring crucial wins along the way. In their previous encounter during the last league-stage match, Punjab Kings defeated Mumbai Indians to top the points table and secure their playoff berth.

PBKS vs MI Match Preview

Heading into this qualifier 2 match with contrasting playoff performances, both teams will have just one goal: securing a place in the IPL 2025 Final. Punjab Kings stumbled in Qualifier 1, suffering a disappointing loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. On the other hand, Mumbai Indians rose to the occasion in the Eliminator, defeating the tournament heavyweight Gujarat Titans by 20 Runs in a high-pressure do-or-die match.

Punjab Kings had a commanding league campaign, finishing at the top of the table with consistent performances. However, their defeat to RCB in Qualifier 1 has raised concerns about their momentum and mindset going into the playoffs. Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians ended up finishing fourth in the points table. Their journey has been anything but smooth, marred by inconsistency and questions about their balance.

Yet, as history shows, MI are not to be taken lightly when the playoffs begin, and once again, they proved why they are the most successful franchise in league history. That said, MI still faces a major hurdle: their performance against fellow top-four teams. They’ve lost all four such matches this season, including one against Punjab Kings.

Moreover, Mumbai Indians have never won the title after finishing outside the top two, adding an extra layer of challenge to this campaign. With the same goals and recent form heavily favoring Mumbai, the match promises to be an engaging contest between both teams where there is only one game and a single aim. So, fans can expect a thriller-filled high-stakes encounter at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

Match Details

PBKS vs MI Head-to-Head Record (Last 5 Matches)

In the last five head-to-head battles between PBKS and MI, PBKS has dominated and has won three of the last 5 head-to-head battles, and MI has won just two matches of the last 5 h2h battles. As per the current season performances and form, MI will likely dominate PBKS with their stable batting order and last match performance, according to our PBKS vs MI My11 Circle Prediction. But PBKS will look to make their comeback in the upcoming match by providing a tough fight to MI and aiming to defeat them in the next match.

PBKS vs MI Pitch & Weather Report

PBKS vs MI Pitch Report

The venue has historically favored chasing teams, with sides batting second winning 21 of the 42 IPL matches played here, which translates to a 50 per cent success rate. The data suggests that the pitch often becomes more favorable for batting under lights, making run-chases more manageable.
Overall, the Narendra Modi Stadium pitch has been known to be a balanced pitch, which has been kinder to the batters as the game progresses.

The pitch has generally favored batting, with scores consistently crossing the 180-run mark, indicating good conditions for stroke play. While pace bowlers have been more successful in terms of overall wickets taken, spinners have also played a crucial role during the middle overs, particularly when the surface begins to slow down and offer some turn.

But this season the trend has been reversed as teams batting first have won 5 matches out of the 6 played here on this. Weather conditions could influence the outcome of the PBKS vs MI match, especially if dew becomes a factor, though Northern regions haven't seen much rain recently.

Weather Condition

The weather at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, for the match of the IPL 2025 between PBKS and MI appears to be good for cricket. There are no chances of rain at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, on Sunday. With 0% chances of rain forecasted, it is expected that the match will most likely get going without any interruption by rain.

A temperature of around 32°C along with 49% humidity will be the weather forecast for the match day. With such weather, there is a high probability that the match can get back to play when the rain stops, and in case the match does not see any rain shower, then fans can expect a full 40-over uninterrupted match contest.

Record of Chasing Teams at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

According to previous IPL statistics, 42 matches were played on this ground, with 21 matches won by the team batting first and 21 matches won by the team batting second, showing that both options can be a great option, but generally, Batting second is a viable option after winning the toss as per our PBKS vs MI My11 Circle Prediction.

PBKS vs MI My11 Circle Fantasy Team

Keeper: Jonny Bairstow, Josh Inglis, Prabhsimran Singh
Batters: Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer
All-rounders: Mitchell Santner, Hardik Pandya
Bowlers: Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh

Top Captain & Vice-Captain Picks for PBKS vs MI My11Circle

Rohit Sharma, Prabhsimran Singh, and Hardik Pandya are the best players from their respective teams who are in top form and have recently scored runs for their teams. They all have the ability to score runs at a higher strike rate and can smash the ball all over the ground effortlessly. That's why they are all selected as the captaincy choice for the PBKS vs MI My11 Circle Prediction.
Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav, and Priyansh Arya are the most important pillars of their respective teams, capable of delivering match-winning performances if they find their rhythm. They have the ability to change the course of a match on their own on any given day, and they typically perform better on the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad pitch, which is why they are the best vice-captain choices for the upcoming PBKS vs MI My11Circle match.
On the other hand, Mitchell Santner is MI's key player, and he has showcased excellent form in recent matches. With his abilities, he can also be considered another important choice for the captain of the PBKS vs MI My11 Circle Fantasy Team. His precise batting abilities and identifying a perfect line and length help him to swing the ball in crucial moments, making him an ideal choice to be in the team as the team faces PBKS at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, according to our PBKS vs MI My11 Circle Prediction.

PBKS vs MI Predicted Playing XI

PBKS’s Probable Playing XI

Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, Josh Inglis (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Harpreet Brar, Arshdeep Singh, Kyle Jamieson

The Punjab Kings (PBKS) have crafted a perfectly balanced and in-form squad this season, blending dynamic all-rounders and sharp specialists to deliver consistent performances across all departments. With Priyansh and Prabhsimran forming a reliable and explosive opening duo, the team gets off to strong starts, setting the tone early. Captain Shreyas has provided stability in the middle order, supported by impactful contributors like Nehal Wadhera and Shashank Singh in the middle order.

Meanwhile, the lethal bowling attack—led by Arshdeep Singh, supported by Yuzi and Harpreet Brar—has been instrumental in choking opposition line-ups. With constant wins and a balanced squad, they will likely go with the same players to maintain a winning momentum and get the same opening partnership in Qualifier 2 of the season. Make sure that you avoid Marco Jansen from the playing XI as he will be missing out on the match as he has returned to his home for national duties.

MI’s Probable Playing XI

Rohit Sharma, Jonny Bairstow (wk), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (c), Naman Dhir, Raj Bawa, Mitchell Santner, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, Richard Gleeson

MI's team looks balanced, with all of their players being T20 specialists. Their powerplay playing combination is also looking good and balanced this year, besides just the batting unit, their bowling attack is also playing lethal this year. As they have won their last matches with the same team without much change in it, they will likely play with the same team in the upcoming match, with no change in the playing XI, according to our PBKS vs MI My11 Circle Prediction.

PBKS vs MI My11 Circle Match Prediction

PBKS vs MI My11 Circle Match Prediction Today

As per our analysis, game stats, recent matches, and the squad of these two teams, there is a high probability that Mumbai Indians is expected to win this match. But with the H2H and ground data, and current form, the Batting first team is expected to win the Qualifier 2 of the IPL 2025. Although MI is expected to win at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, PBKS can change the winning odds for the upcoming match. We predict MI or the Batting Second team will win the PBKS vs MI My11 Circle Prediction Today.

Fantasy Team Strategy for My11 Circle

This PBKS vs MI My11 Circle fantasy team strikes a good balance between power hitters, reliable all-rounders, and elite bowlers. Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Shreyas Iyer bring experience and explosive stroke play to the batting lineup, while Jonny Bairstow provides consistency. The all-rounders Mitchell Santner and Hardik Pandya ensure points with both bat and ball. The bowling attack is lethal, with Bumrah's accuracy, Boult’s wicket-taking ability, and Arshdeep’s consistency making this a well-rounded and competitive fantasy squad.

Keeper: Jonny Bairstow, Josh Inglis, Prabhsimran Singh
Batters: Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer
All-rounders: Mitchell Santner, Hardik Pandya
Bowlers: Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh

Since the beginning of IPL, Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, has been the medium-scoring venue in the league, with a scoring rate of 28.73 runs per wicket, indicating a fair contest between bat and ball. The matches at this ground tend to be low to medium-scoring, with an average of 8.93 runs scored per over. Teams batting first have posted an average score of 176, making it a competitive total. So expect, PBKS vs MI Match as a high score and stake games, making it a perfect opportunity for you all to bet on the PBKS vs MI My11 Circle Match Prediction.