Cricket Prediction | MI vs PBKS | IPL 2025 | 69th Match | May 26 – Can MI Leapfrog PBKS and Snatch a Last-Gasp Spot in the Top Two?

A match with playoff significance heats up as the Mumbai Indians (MI) take on the Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur on May 26, 2025. Match 69 of the IPL begins at 7:30 PM IST. Both teams are hunting for a top-four finish, and this match is very important.

Mumbai Indians, led by Hardik Pandya, have rediscovered their spark at just the right time. Their recent thrashing of Delhi Capitals has sent a warning to the rest of the league—MI are peaking when it matters most.

With Iyer at the helm, Punjab Kings are cricket’s version of Russian roulette—thrill, risk, and chaos in every chamber. After a heartbreakingly close loss to Delhi, they’ll be hungry to bounce back and make a statement.

Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings Team Preview & Squads

Mumbai Indians

Hardik Pandya’s leadership journey has had its fair share of bumpy roads, but he’s shown flashes of brilliance in galvanizing side. With his all-round abilities and charismatic flair, Pandya brings energy and intent to MI’s campaign.

Mumbai’s batting boasts a powerhouse core—Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Tilak Varma are capable of shifting gears in any scenario. Add the explosiveness of Will Jacks and the reliability of Ryan Rickelton, and it’s a lineup that goes deep. 

Jasprit Bumrah has looked like a man on a mission—nailing yorkers and breaking partnerships. Supported by swing merchants like Trent Boult and Reece Topley, MI has a versatile bowling attack. Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Santner add spin dimension, while Arjun Tendulkar provides variation with the new ball.

In their last outing, MI dominated Delhi Capitals in a one-sided affair. Batting first, MI posted a strong 180/5 on the board with Tilak Varma and Suryakumar chipping in. The bowlers turned ruthless, bundling DC for 121 in just 18.2 overs. A commanding 59-run victory boosted their net run rate and confidence.

Mumbai Indians Squad

Mumbai Indians

Hardik Pandya (C), Robin Minz, Ryan Rickelton (Wk), Krishnan Shrijith, Ashwani Kumar, Raj Bawa, Corbin Bosch, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, Deepak Chahar, Will Jacks, Bevon Jacobs, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naman Dhir, Satyanarayana Raju, Mitchell Santner, Karn Sharma, Rohit Sharma, Raghu Sharma, Arjun Tendulkar, Tilak Varma, Reece Topley, Suryakumar Yadav

Punjab Kings

Shreyas Iyer’s leadership has been focused on stabilizing the batting and rotating bowlers intelligently. While his personal form has been steady, he’ll need to rally the troops to avoid another late-season collapse.

PBKS have firepower with Prabhsimran Singh, Josh Inglis, and Marcus Stoinis all capable of launching into orbit. Young guns like Priyansh Arya and Nehal Wadhera have shown promise, though their inexperience can be exposed. 

Punjab’s bowling armory is varied but inconsistent—Arshdeep Singh and Yuzvendra Chahal are proven IPL performers. Marco Jansen and Xavier Bartlett bring bounce and pace, while Kuldeep Sen offers aggression. The presence of part-time options like Stoinis gives the captain flexibility, but death bowling remains a concern.

In a high-scoring thriller against DC, PBKS put up an imposing 206/8 with Prabhsimran and Stoinis leading the charge. However, their bowlers couldn’t defend the total, leaking runs in the middle overs. The Kings fought, but Delhi wrote the final line—neatly, with six wickets and just enough drama to sting.

Punjab Kings Squad

Punjab Kings

Shreyas Iyer (C), Arshdeep Singh, Priyansh Arya, Pyla Avinash, Azmatullah Omarzai, Xavier Bartlett, Yuzvendra Chahal, Praveen Dubey, Aaron Hardie, Harnoor Singh, Harpreet Brar, Josh Inglis, Kyle Jamieson, Marco Jansen, Musheer Khan, Mitchell Owen, Prabhsimran Singh (Wk), Kuldeep Sen, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Suryansh Shedge, Vishnu Vinod, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Nehal Wadhera, Yash Thakur

MI vs PBKS Outfield Report

Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur

The Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur tends to favor the batters in the initial overs but grips for the spinners as the game progresses. With longer boundaries square of the wicket, pacers who mix up lengths often prosper. Expect a fair contest between bat and ball.

Weather conditions look clear with no rain predicted. The evening will be dry and slightly humid, with temperatures hovering around 32°C. Dew might play a role in the second innings, giving an edge to the team chasing.

Historically, Jaipur has witnessed first-innings scores between 160-180 on average. The highest total here has touched the 200+ mark, while the lowest hovers around the 120-range. If a team bats first and posts anything over 185, they’re in with a good chance—unless dew decides otherwise.

Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings Head-to-Head Stats

In their last five encounters, MI and PBKS have shared spoils, winning 2 matches each, with 1 no result. 

MI vs PBKS Prediction

According to cricket analysts Mumbai Indians have a 53% chance of Winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.