The stage is set for a thrilling showdown in Ahmedabad as the Punjab Kings face off against the Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. The winner will secure a spot in the final, while the loser will see their championship dreams shattered. With rain forecasted for the day, the teams will be anxious to get the game underway.
In the IPL 2025 format, the top two teams in the standings get two chances to make it to the final. That’s why the Punjab Kings are still in the running despite losing the first qualifier. The Mumbai Indians, on the other hand, have already shown their mettle by eliminating the Gujarat team in the eliminator. Now, they’re looking to carry that momentum into the second qualifier.
One thing to note is that there’s no reserve day for this match. If the game gets washed out due to rain, the team that finished higher in the standings will get the advantage. In this case, that would be the Punjab Kings, who would then face the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the final, while the Mumbai Indians would be eliminated.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had introduced a rule change earlier in the season to minimize the impact of rain on matches. The extra time allocated to complete a match has been increased by two hours. However, if the game still can’t be completed, the team with the higher standing will get the nod.
The Punjab Kings have a strong squad, with players like Harpreet Brar, Arshdeep Singh, and Shikhar Dhawan. The Mumbai Indians, meanwhile, will be counting on the likes of Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan, and Jasprit Bumrah to deliver. It’s going to be a nail-biting contest, and fans will be on the edge of their seats as these two powerhouses clash in Ahmedabad.
Here’s the Punjab Kings’ squad:
- Harpreet Brar
- Arshdeep Singh
- Kyle Jamieson
- Prabhsimran Singh (wicket-keeper)
- Shahrukh Khan
- Sikandar Raza
- Shardul Thakur
- Mohammed Shami
The Mumbai Indians will be looking to spoil the party, but the Punjab Kings are determined to make it to the final. With the stakes high and the tension palpable, this match promises to be an unforgettable encounter.