The Qualifier 2 match of IPL 2025 between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Mumbai Indians (MI) was a heart-stopping thriller! Played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, PBKS chased down MI’s 203-run target with 5 wickets in hand and 6 balls to spare, securing their spot in the IPL 2025 Finals.
The PBKS vs MI highlights were packed with explosive batting, nerve-wracking bowling, and a match-winning knock by *Shreyas Iyer (87 off 41)**. This blog breaks down all the key moments, top performers, and turning points in simple, easy-to-understand language.
Match Summary
- Match: PBKS vs MI, Qualifier 2, IPL 2025
- Date: June 1, 2025
- Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Toss: PBKS won, chose to bowl first
- Result: PBKS won by 5 wickets (207/5 in 19 overs)
- Player of the Match: Shreyas Iyer (87* off 41)
1st Innings: Mumbai Indians Post 203/6
Mumbai Indians Bairstow supported well with a quick 38. As the innings progressed, Tilak Varma and Suryakumar Yadav played solid knocks, both scoring 44.
However, PBKS bowlers kept things tight at the death, especially Azmatullah Omarzai and Jamieson, restricting Mumbai to 203/6 in 20 overs.
Mumbai Indians : MI Batting Scorecard
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Rohit Sharma | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 114.29 |
| Jonny Bairstow (wk) | 38 | 24 | 3 | 2 | 158.33 |
| Tilak Varma | 44 | 29 | 2 | 2 | 151.72 |
| Suryakumar Yadav | 44 | 26 | 4 | 3 | 169.23 |
| Hardik Pandya (c) | 15 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 115.38 |
| Naman Dhir | 37 | 18 | 7 | 0 | 205.56 |
| Raj Bawa | 8 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 200 |
Punjab Kings : PBKS Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | O | R | W | ECO |
| Arshdeep Singh | 4 | 44 | 0 | 11 |
| Kyle Jamieson | 4 | 30 | 1 | 7.5 |
| Marcus Stoinis | 1 | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | 4 | 43 | 2 | 8 |
| Vijaykumar Vyshak | 3 | 30 | 1 | 10 |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | 4 | 39 | 1 | 9.8 |
2nd Innings: PBKS Chase Down 204 in 19 Overs
Punjab Kings had a solid start with Priyansh Arya’s explosive 20 off 10 balls, setting the tone early. Prabhsimran Singh fell early, but Josh Inglis and Shreyas Iyer took control.
Shreyas Iyer played one of the best innings of the season—an unbeaten 87 off 41 balls. He was well supported by Nehal Wadhera aggressive 48.
Despite losing wickets in the middle, PBKS maintained a high run rate and eventually chased down the target with 6 balls remaining.
Punjab Kings : PBKS Batting Scorecard
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Priyansh Arya | 20 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 200 |
| Prabhsimran Singh | 6 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 66.67 |
| Josh Inglis (wk) | 38 | 21 | 5 | 2 | 180.95 |
| Shreyas Iyer (c) | 87 | 41 | 5 | 8 | 212.2 |
| Nehal Wadhera | 48 | 29 | 4 | 2 | 165.52 |
| Shashank Singh | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 |
| Marcus Stoinis | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
Mumbai Indians : MI Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | O | R | W | ECO |
| Trent Boult | 4 | 38 | 1 | 9.5 |
| Reece Topley | 3 | 40 | 0 | 13.3 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 4 | 40 | 0 | 10 |
| Ashwani Kumar | 4 | 55 | 2 | 13.8 |
| Mitchell Santner | 2 | 15 | 0 | 7.5 |
| Hardik Pandya (c) | 2 | 19 | 1 | 9.5 |
Top 3 Performers of the Match
Best Batters – PBKS vs MI
| Player | Runs | Strike Rate | 4s | 6s |
| Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) | 87* | 212.2 | 8 | 5 |
| Suryakumar Yadav (MI) | 44 | 169.23 | 4 | 3 |
| Nehal Wadhera (PBKS) | 48 | 165.52 | 4 | 3 |
Best Bowlers – Match 73
| Player | Wickets | Economy | Key Dismissals |
| Azmatullah Omarzai (PBKS) | 2 | 8 | Hardik, Dhir |
| Kyle Jamieson (PBKS) | 1 | 7.5 | Tilak Varma |
| Ashwani Kumar (MI) | 2 | 13.75 | Arya, Wadhera |
🤝 Best Partnership of the Match
The 84-run partnership between Shreyas Iyer and Nehal Wadhera in just 43 balls proved to be the game-changer in the PBKS vs MI highlights. Their brilliant stand kept the scoreboard moving at a rapid pace, finding boundaries consistently when PBKS needed them most. This crucial partnership not only stabilized the innings but also shifted the momentum decisively in Punjab Kings’ favor during the thrilling chase.
PBKS vs MI Highlights – Turning Point
Shreyas Iyer’s explosive 19th over against Ashwani Kumar turned the match. With 18 needed off 12 balls, he smashed two sixes and a four to bring the equation down to 2 off 6 balls. That over shifted momentum completely to PBKS and sealed their place in the final.
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Final Thoughts
This match had everything: power-hitting, crucial wickets, brilliant fielding, and a thrilling chase. PBKS vs MI Highlights showed how competitive IPL 2025 has been. Punjab Kings showed great character under pressure and deserved their win.
Whether it was Iyer’s captaincy or Omarzai’s key breakthroughs, PBKS delivered when it mattered the most.
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