MI vs PBKS IPL 2025 Highlights: Punjab Kings Seal Top 2 with Clinical Win Over Mumbai

MI vs PBKS IPL 2025 : Introduction

The clash between MI and PBKS was more than just another league game—it was a virtual knockout with both teams eyeing a top-two finish and the all-important Qualifier 1 berth. Mumbai, led by Hardik Pandya, came in with momentum, while Punjab, under captain Iyer, looked to solidify their resurgence with a fresh squad and fearless approach.

MI vs PBKS IPL 2025: Match Summary

Punjab Kings defeated Mumbai Indians by 7 wickets, thereby securing their place in Qualifier 1 and getting two chances to reach the IPL 2025 final. MI, despite a strong season, fell short with the bat and couldn’t defend their total, allowing PBKS to chase down the target with composure and power.

MI vs PBKS IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians Batting

MI, opting to bat first, struggled to gain momentum on a surface that offered some assistance to the bowlers. The top order, anchored by Suryakumar Yadav, tried to build a platform, but regular wickets and disciplined PBKS bowling restricted the scoring rate. MI finished with a below-par total, which their skipper later admitted was about 20 runs short of what was needed on this pitch.

Key Performances (MI Batting)

Suryakumar Yadav: The highlight for MI was Suryakumar Yadav’s record-breaking innings. He scored 57 off 39 balls, not only anchoring the innings but also setting two major records:
- Most consecutive 25+ scores in T20 history (14 matches), surpassing Temba Bavuma, Shubman Gill, and Kane Williamson.
- Broke Sachin Tendulkar’s 15-year-old record for most runs in a single IPL season for MI, finishing the league phase with 627 runs at a strike rate of 168.5.
Other MI batters struggled to convert starts, and the team’s inability to accelerate in the death overs proved costly.

MI vs PBKS IPL 2025 : Punjab Kings Chase

PBKS approached the chase with confidence, leveraging their deep batting lineup. Despite losing an early wicket, the middle order, led by Priyansh Arya and Josh Inglis built a strong partnership. The duo capitalized on MI’s wayward bowling, especially in the crucial middle overs, and comfortably overhauled the target with wickets and balls to spare.

Key Performances (PBKS Batting)

Priyansh Arya: The young opener set the tone for the chase with a blistering 62 off 35 balls. His aggressive intent in the powerplay put MI’s bowlers under immediate pressure and gave PBKS the perfect platform.
Josh Inglis: The Australian wicketkeeper-batsman anchored the innings with a composed 73 off 42 balls. Inglis expertly rotated the strike and unleashed boundaries at crucial moments, ensuring PBKS never lost momentum in the chase.
Together, Arya and Inglis stitched a match-defining partnership that took the game away from MI and made the chase look effortless.

MI vs PBKS IPL 2025 : Surya Kumar Yadav Breaks Sachin Tendulkar’s Record

Suryakumar Yadav’s 57-run knock was historic. He:

Became the highest run-scorer for Mumbai Indians in a single IPL season, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s 618 runs in 2010.
Registered his sixth half-century of the season and now aims to become the first MI player to reach 700 runs in a season.
Set a new T20 world record for most consecutive 25+ scores (14), highlighting his consistency and form.

MI vs PBKS IPL 2025: What Skippers Said in the Post-Match Presentation

Hardik Pandya (MI Captain):

“The way the wicket played, we were definitely 20 runs short. That happens, we’ve been playing really good cricket, this was one of the days where we really couldn’t play our best cricket and that costed us… The message would be simple, this was just a blip, learn from this and look forward for the knockouts… As an overall batting unit, we were definitely 20 runs short. We could have capitalised either in the start or in the middle, we’ll figure it out post the game… Overall, we were not up to the mark and that costd us.

Shreyas Iyer (PBKS Captain):

“I personally feel everyone stepped up at the right time. We have been in that mindset that we have to win no matter what the situation. Kudos to everyone and the management. Ricky has been fantastic, and for me it was about gaining the trust of every individual.

And that happened by winning matches, and I personally feel we need to maintain that relationship throughout. When you are down in the dumps, it is easy to backstab each other. The way Priyansh started was fabulous. It was pleasing to the eye, and every individual has been fearless.

They tick the boxes in the net sessions, and the reflection of it is seen on the ground. Priyansh loves playing the new ball, and I wanted him to play more deliveries. And I know he can be disruptive, he is a big match player. Hope he continues the same way.

Inglis loves to play the new balls. We wanted him to face a lot of deliveries. He is the only player who doesn’t have a fixed batting slot. He is a match-winner.

We have a camaraderie from the last few years, he lets me be decisive on the field, all these things have culminated in a great way. Ecstatic that everything is working.”

Josh Inglis | Player of the Match:

“The left-right partnership really worked well for us, especially with the short boundary. Both of us aimed to capitalize on that, playing smart cricket by picking our bowlers based on match-ups. We were determined not to let them back into the game by losing wickets in the middle overs, and in the end, we secured the win, which is what matters. I’ve faced Mitch (Santner) several times, and he’s a very smart bowler who knows my game as much as I know his. Given the short boundary on the leg side, I was eager to take a chance, and it worked out for me tonight. But he’s a fantastic bowler, no doubt. As for Priyansh Arya, I didn’t have to say much—he’s incredibly talented. We’ve all seen what he’s capable of this tournament. He’s great at playing smart cricket, picking the right balls, and playing the right shots. He’s unbelievable, Regarding Shreyas giving me the opportunity to bat at number 3, I’m sure he wasn’t thrilled about it, but I was happy! (laughs) Earlier in the tournament, I was struggling to find my rhythm, so I asked to bat in the powerplay to build an innings. Shreyas agreed and gave me the chance, I may not be the fastest runner, but that’s the beauty of being my size. I work hard, pick gaps, and try to build innings for the team—that’s how I play.”

Awards and Honors from MI vs PBKS IPL 2025 (26th May)

Player of the Match:
Josh Inglis (PBKS)
For his match-winning innings of 73 runs off 42 balls, including 9 fours and 3 sixes. Inglis’s fluent knock was pivotal in guiding PBKS to a comfortable 7-wicket victory and securing a top-two finish in the league stage.
Curvv Super Striker of the Match:
Priyansh Arya (PBKS)
Arya scored a blistering 62 runs off 35 balls at a strike rate of 177.14, providing an explosive start and forming a crucial 109-run partnership with Inglis during the chase.
Most Fours in the Match:
Josh Inglis (PBKS) with 9 fours.
Most Sixes in the Match:
Josh Inglis (PBKS) with 3 sixes.
Most Dot Balls Bowled:
Jasprit Bumrah (MI)
Known for his economical bowling spell, contributing to restricting PBKS early in the chase.

MI vs PBKS IPL 2025 : Updated Point Table

Pos	Team	P	W	L	NR	NRR	Pts
1	PBKS	14	9	4	1	+0.372	19
2	GT	14	9	5	0	+0.254	18
3	RCB	13	8	4	1	+0.255	17
4	MI	14	8	6	0	+1.142	16
5	DC	14	7	6	1	+0.011	15
6	SRH	14	6	7	1	-0.241	13
7	LSG	13	6	7	0	-0.337	12
8	KKR	14	5	7	2	-0.305	12
9	RR	14	4	10	0	-0.549	8
10	CSK	14	4	10	0	-0.647	8

MI vs PBKS IPL 2025: FAQ

Q: Who broke Sachin Tendulkar’s record for most runs in an IPL season for MI?
A: Suryakumar Yadav, with 627 runs in IPL 2025.

Q: What world record did Suryakumar Yadav set in this match?
A: Most consecutive 25+ scores in T20 cricket (14 matches).

Q: Who won the match between MI and PBKS on 26th May 2025?
A: Punjab Kings won by 7 wickets.

Q: Which teams have qualified for the playoffs?
A: PBKS and MI have both qualified, with PBKS securing a top-two finish.

Q: Who was the Man of the Match?
A: Likely a PBKS batter, but the exact player is not specified in the search results.

MI vs PBKS IPL 2025: Conclusion

The MI vs PBKS encounter on 26th May 2025 was a showcase of high-quality cricket, individual brilliance, and strategic depth. While Punjab Kings celebrated a clinical chase and a direct entry into Qualifier 1, Mumbai Indians found solace in Suryakumar Yadav’s record-breaking form. As the league phase concludes, both teams look poised for a fierce playoff run, with SKY’s exploits and PBKS’s resurgence promising more fireworks in the days ahead.

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