PBKS VS MI Match 61 Preview & Dream11 Prediction IPL 2025
1. Match Details
• Fixture: Punjab Kings (PBKS) vs Mumbai Indians (MI)
• Date: Sunday, 11 May 2025
• Time: 3:30 PM IST
• Venue: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala
• Live Telecast & Streaming: Star Sports Network & Jiohotstar
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2. Pitch Report – HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala
The pitch at HPCA Stadium is known for its pace and bounce, especially early on. Fast bowlers enjoy bowling with the new ball due to the extra zip off the surface. However, with its relatively smaller boundaries, batsmen can capitalize in the later stages. Expect assistance for both pacers and aggressive batters. Dew is not likely to play a big role in a day game.
• Average First Innings Score: 165-175
• Win % Batting First: 55%
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3. Weather Report
• Temperature: 22°C – 30°C
• Humidity: Around 40%
• Rain Prediction: No rain expected
• Conditions: Clear skies, bright sunshine, perfect day for cricket
4. Head-to-Head Record
• Total Matches Played: 31
• Punjab Kings Wins: 14
• Mumbai Indians Wins: 17
• Last 5 Matches:
• MI: 3 Wins
• PBKS: 2 Wins
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5. Key Player Watch
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
• Shreyas Iyer (Captain): Experienced campaigner, key anchor in the middle order.
• Azmatullah Omarzai: Handy with both bat and ball, can be crucial in Dharamsala conditions.
• Arshdeep Singh: Deadly in the death overs, a local favorite at this venue.
• Marcus Stoinis: Match-winner with all-round abilities.
• Josh Inglis: Dynamic wicketkeeper-batsman with explosive intent.
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Mumbai Indians (MI)
• Hardik Pandya (Captain): Leading from the front as an all-rounder, dangerous with the bat.
• Jasprit Bumrah: World-class death bowler, especially effective on bouncy pitches.
• Suryakumar Yadav: In top form this season, a consistent match-winner.
• Tilak Varma: Promising youngster with match-winning abilities.
• Trent Boult: New-ball threat with swing and bounce.
6. Probable Playing XI
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
1. Josh Inglis (WK)
2. Prabhsimran Singh
3. Shreyas Iyer (C)
4. Marcus Stoinis
5. Azmatullah Omarzai
6. Shashank Singh
7. Harpreet Brar
8. Arshdeep Singh
9. Lockie Ferguson
10. Yuzvendra Chahal
11. Marco Jansen
Mumbai Indians (MI)
1. Rohit Sharma
2. Ishan Kishan / Ryan Rickelton (WK)
3. Suryakumar Yadav
4. Tilak Varma
5. Hardik Pandya (C)
6. Will Jacks
7. Mitchell Santner
8. Jasprit Bumrah
9. Trent Boult
10. Deepak Chahar
11. Mujeeb Ur Rahman
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7. Dream11 Fantasy Prediction
Wicketkeepers:
• Josh Inglis
• Ryan Rickelton
Batters:
• Shreyas Iyer
• Suryakumar Yadav (VC)
• Rohit Sharma
All-Rounders:
• Marcus Stoinis
• Hardik Pandya (C)
• Azmatullah Omarzai
Bowlers:
• Jasprit Bumrah
• Arshdeep Singh
• Yuzvendra Chahal
Top Captaincy Picks:PBKS
• Hardik Pandya
• Suryakumar Yadav
• Marcus Stoinis
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8. Final Match Prediction
Both teams are packed with explosive talent and solid bowling units. PBKS has the home advantage at Dharamsala, and their bowling attack with Ferguson, Arshdeep, and Chahal looks potent. However, MI has the experience of Bumrah, Boult, and Hardik, backed by an in-form Suryakumar Yadav.
If PBKS bats first and posts over 180, they’ll have a strong chance to defend it. But if MI chases, they could dominate with their powerful middle order.
Prediction: Mumbai Indians to win a closely contested match, thanks to superior depth in both departments.
