betvisa liveIPL 2025: Fans erupt as Punjab Kings seal Qualifier 1 spot; Mumbai Indians slip into Eliminator after defeat

Table of Contents

Suryakumar Yadav’s class not enough as MI could set only 185 on the board
Punjab Kings chase with ease and book a direct birth in Qualifier 1
Here’s how fans reacted

In a high-stakes Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 clash at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Punjab Kings delivered a commanding performance to clinch a 7-wicket win over Mumbai Indians, chasing down 185 with 9 balls to spare. The result ensured PBKS ended the league stage as table-toppers and booked a direct berth in Qualifier 1, while MI, despite a competitive total, slipped to the Eliminator spot. Suryakumar Yadav’s fluent 57 and a quick-fire finish by Hardik Pandya lifted MI to 184/7, but PBKS opener Priyanka Arya and number 3, Josh Inglis, counterattacked with flair to control the chase. Mitchell Santner‘s two crucial wickets brought temporary hope for MI, but Shreyas Iyer calmly finished things off for the Kings.

Suryakumar Yadav’s class not enough as MI could set only 185 on the board

Mumbai, asked to bat first, were off to a decent start with Ryan Rickelton and Rohit Sharma adding 45 for the first wicket, though neither converted their starts. The real impetus came from Suryakumar, who once again proved to be MI’s batting linchpin. His 57 off 39 balls, laced with six fours and two sixes, anchored the middle overs while Will Jacks (17 off 8) and Hardik (26 off 15) provided the acceleration. Arshdeep Singh impressed with 2/28, while Marco Jansen and Vyshak Vijaykumar chipped in with two wickets each. However, MI lost steam at the death, managing only 33 runs in the final 4 overs, finishing on 184/7, a par score that looked slightly underwhelming given their mid-innings momentum.

Also READ: PBKS vs MI: Suryakumar Yadav shatters Sachin Tendulkar’s 15-year-old IPL record for Mumbai Indians

Punjab Kings chase with ease and book a direct birth in Qualifier 1

The Punjab Kings’ chase was headlined by a stunning opening stand between Arya and Inglis, who added 109 runs for the second wicket at a blistering pace. Arya smashed a career-best 62 off 35 balls, showing authority against spin and pace alike, while Inglis anchored the innings with a commanding 73 off 42. Despite Jasprit Bumrah’s miserly spell (1/23) and Santner’s double strike, MI’s bowling lacked venom under pressure. Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar and Pandya were expensive, leaking boundaries at regular intervals. Iyer’s unbeaten 26 ensured a smooth finish, as PBKS cruised home in just 18.3 overs, solidifying their top position with authority and relegating MI to an uphill playoff route.

Here’s how fans reacted:

Just 3 runs 2 wickets in the last over from Arshdeep singh. Brilliant execution of Yorkers.
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan)

A confidence boosting win at the right time. Great show of skills and composure in a pressure game from Priyansh and Inglis. Well played and congratulations on finishing in the top 2 👏🏻
— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14)

A partnership that was a joy to watch. and . Superb tactical play against the best bowling side in the second half of the
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha)

Great to see Punjab Kings win today to end up in top two. Great season for them.
Mumbai Indians run out of luck in the journey to the Qualifier.
The 70th match also remains relevant!
— Aashish Chandorkar (@c_aashish)

As expected and desired ,PBKS made it to Q1 , now Mumbai Indians all set to play elimination .Punjab kept their domination in game all the times .
— Manoj K (@mpcp565)

Very happy for Punjab Kings and their Top 2 (likely top-of-the-table) finish. Has been a treat watching them reach new heights under this season. I'm convinced he should be India's next white-ball captain. No arguments needed! 🏏
— Sohini M. (@Mittermaniac)

Whatever happens, happens from here on but there is no doubt on how much credit, hype and just honest appreciation deserves for his work and skills!
— Nikhil 🏏 (@CricCrazyNIKS)