Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Mumbai Indians (MI) will play against each other in the high-pressure Qualifier 2 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. With a ticket to the final at stake, both teams will be taking confidence and caution from their past record against each other.
PBKS Vs MI Head-to-Head: A Closely Fought Rivalry
These two teams have played against each other 32 times since the IPL started, and some of these games have been edge-of-the-seat thrillers. The head-to-head is incredibly balanced, much like the rivalry between these two teams.
Total Matches: 32
Mumbai Indians Wins: 17
Punjab Kings Wins: 15
Mumbai Indians have a narrow margin of 17 wins, but Punjab Kings have consistently pushed them to their limits and have also pulled off some memorable victories.
Recent Form And Momentum
Going into this do-or-die encounter, Mumbai Indians have picked up steam by beating Gujarat Titans in the Eliminator, with timely performances from Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya’s XI that is well-balanced. The five-time title-winners are known to peak at the right moment and will bank on their experience in knockouts.
Punjab Kings, however, will be hoping to bounce back from a difficult defeat in Qualifier 1 to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Led by Shreyas Iyer, PBKS will be eager to make it to their first IPL final in 11 years. With the likes of Prabhsimran Singh, Sam Curran, and the likelihood of a return for Yuzvendra Chahal, they possess firepower to turn fortunes around.
What History Tells Us Ahead Of Qualifier 2
MI defeated PBKS in their most recent league meeting, thanks to a stellar bowling display. PBKS, however, defeated MI earlier in the same season, keeping the rivalry alive and unpredictable. In playoff scenarios, MI’s experience could be an advantage but PBKS have shown they can surprise on the big stage.
What To Expect?
Although figures indicate MI have enjoyed a narrow edge in the past, knockout matches usually boil down to temperament, day’s form, and inspiration. PBKS will be hoping to turn history on its head, while MI will seek to continue their dominance and reach another final. Both sides being evenly matched and having high stakes involved, supporters can look forward to an exciting encounter under the Ahmedabad lights.
