Punjab Kings (PBKS) have officially secured a top-two finish in the IPL 2025 league stage after a commanding seven-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium.
The win guarantees PBKS two chances at the qualifiers, a major advantage heading into the playoffs.
Batting first, Mumbai Indians managed 184/7 in 20 overs, largely due to Suryakumar Yadav’s 57-run effort. PBKS bowlers, particularly Arshdeep Singh (2/28) and Marco Jansen (2/34), ensured MI couldn’t accelerate in the death overs.
Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya admitted his team was 20 runs short, while Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer praised his squad’s consistency, calling Inglis the “game-changer” of the night. With Punjab securing the crucial top-two finish, the Kings head into the playoffs full of momentum.
Chasing 185, Punjab Kings put up an aggressive batting display, with Josh Inglis (73 off 42) and Priyansh Arya (62 off 35) leading the charge in a 109-run partnership. Shreyas Iyer (26 off 16) finished the job in just 18.3 overs, securing the win emphatically.
Sealing a Q1 spot in style 🤌
Captain Shreyas Iyer adds the finishing flair as #PBKS defeat #MI in Jaipur ❤
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— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 26, 2025
With this victory, PBKS now have 19 points, ensuring their place in the top two of the standings. This gives them an extra chance in the playoff qualifiers, making them one of the strongest contenders for the IPL trophy this season.
The Punjab Kings’ turnaround this season has been remarkable, showcasing explosive starts, a reliable middle order, and an efficient bowling unit. With momentum on their side, they now head into the crucial knockout phase with confidence.
PBKS will now prepare for Qualifier 1, where they will face the second-placed team for a direct spot in the IPL 2025 final.
Will Punjab Kings continue their dream run and lift their first IPL trophy? Stay tuned for more updates on the tournament!
