Weather and Pitch report https://www.cricketwinner.com Weather and Pitch report Fri, 11 Jul 2025 14:27:46 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html https://github.com/jpmonette/feed en Copyright © 2024 Cricket Winner. All Rights Reserved. <![CDATA[PB vs ENT : Match 11 Weather and Pitch Report – MPL 2025]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/pb-vs-ent-match-11-weather-and-pitch-report-mpl-2025/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/pb-vs-ent-match-11-weather-and-pitch-report-mpl-2025/ Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:23:17 GMT

Puneri Bappa will go up against Eagle Nashik Titans in Match 11 of the Maharashtra Premier League (MPL) 2025 at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune, on June 10, 2025. Both teams will want to gain traction in the tournament, and expect an entertaining contest for the evening match with conditions continuing to be a factor.

Match Information:

  • Match Date: June 10, 2025
  • Time: 07:00 PM IST
  • Venue: Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune
  • Win % Batting First: 48%
  • Win % Bowling First: 52%

Weather Report:

Expect a partly overcast afternoon in Pune, with a 40% chance of rain; this could include minor interruptions during the match. With temperatures around30.2°C  and humidity at 62%, it will be difficult for fielders and bowlers alike in the sticky conditions. A moderate breeze may aid the pacers early too with some soft swing.

  • Temperature: 30.2°C
  • Winds: Moderate to gusting (35 km/h)
  • Rain: 40% chance—unlikely windward downpours
  • Humidity: 62%—could affect stamina and gripping ability

Pitch Report:

Pune is generally a good batting surface, and there is generally little early movement for seamers. However, there should be help for seamers early due to moisture on the surface and conditions overhead. The ball generally comes onto the bat the later the ball gets. Grip could well come back to spinners if it slows down a bit in the second innings. Standard boundary sizes, square boundaries easy to clear.Nature:

  • Nature: Balanced surface with early seam movement
  • Spinners: Might dominate in middle overs
  • Boundary Dimensions: Standard—square boundaries more accessible

Also Read: KT vs SW : Match 10 Weather and Pitch Report – MPL 2025

Venue Records (MCA Stadium, Pune):

  • Highest Team Total: 226/4 – Kolhapur Tuskers
  • Lowest Team Total: 54/2 – Eagle Nashik Titans
  • Average 1st Innings Total: 158 Runs
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<![CDATA[SBMF vs NBB: 2nd Semi-Final Weather and Pitch Report – Mumbai T20 2025]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/sbmf-vs-nbb-2nd-semi-final-weather-and-pitch-report-mumbai-t20-2025/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/sbmf-vs-nbb-2nd-semi-final-weather-and-pitch-report-mumbai-t20-2025/ Tue, 10 Jun 2025 14:40:57 GMT

The second semi-final of the Mumbai T20 League 2025 will take place on June 10, 2025 when the SoBo Mumbai Falcons (SBMF) square off against the NaMo Bandra Blasters (NBB) at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. Scheduled for 7:30 PM IST, this match offers both teams the chance to qualify for a final in an exciting and high-pressure situation playing at night. The pitch has produced more than its share of high-scoring matches and thrillers.

Match Information

  • Match: Semi-Final 2—SBMF vs NBB
  •  Date: June 10, 2025
  • Time: 7:30 PM IST
  • Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
  • Win% Batting First: 46%
  • Win% Bowling First: 54%

Weather Report

Mumbai is expected to be warm and slightly humid with no major rain threat expected during match time.

  • Temperature: 33.3 °C
  • Humidity: 64%—maybe tricky for the bowlers late in the game
  • Rain Probability: 21%—conditions unlikely to play an interruption
  • Winds: Calm to light breeze; unlikely to factor into the contest

Also Read: ETS vs MSCMR: 1st Semi-Final Weather and Pitch Report – Mumbai T20 2025

Pitch Report

On the Wankhede pitch, you are usually guaranteed runs, and with short boundaries, a high-scoring contest is again expected ahead.

  • Batting Conditions: True bounce and even carry weighs in favour of stroke makers
  • Pace Bowling: May see a little swing and seam early, especially with the lights on.
  • Spin Bowling: Should grip a little more through the middle overs.
  • Boundary Dimensions: Short square boundaries—favors big hitting

Venue Records

  • Highest Team Score: 242/4 by Uttar Pradesh
  • Lowest Team Score: 44/2 by NMP
  • Average First Innings Score: ~143 runs
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<![CDATA[ETS vs MSCMR: 1st Semi-Final Weather and Pitch Report – Mumbai T20 2025]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/ets-vs-mscmr-1st-semi-final-weather-and-pitch-report-mumbai-t20-2025/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/ets-vs-mscmr-1st-semi-final-weather-and-pitch-report-mumbai-t20-2025/ Tue, 10 Jun 2025 14:15:10 GMT

The Eagle Thane Strikers (ETS) will play MSC Maratha Royals (MSCMR) in the first semi-final of the Mumbai T20 League 2025 on June 10, 2025, at 2:30 PM IST at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. This evening's game has great tournament implications, as both teams have a glorious shot at making the final. A lot will depend on form, pressure, and the pitch, but this knockout game should be fantastic.

Match Information

  • Match: Semi-Final 1 - ETS vs MSCMR
  •  Date: June 10, 2025
  • Time: 2:30 PM IST
  • Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
  • Win% Batting First: 46%
  • Win% Bowling First: 54%

Weather Report

Mumbai is expected to be warm and slightly humid with no major rain threat expected during match time.

  • Temperature: 33.3 °C
  • Humidity: 64%—maybe tricky for the bowlers late in the game
  • Rain Probability: 21%—conditions unlikely to play an interruption
  • Winds: Calm to light breeze; unlikely to factor into the contest

Also Read: NAH vs NAT: Match 11 Weather and Pitch Report—VPL 2025

Pitch Report

On the Wankhede pitch, you are usually guaranteed runs, and with short boundaries, a high-scoring contest is again expected ahead.

  • Batting Conditions: True bounce and even carry weighs in favour of stroke makers
  • Pace Bowling: May see a little swing and seam early, especially with the lights on.
  • Spin Bowling: Should grip a little more through the middle overs.
  • Boundary Dimensions: Short square boundaries—favors big hitting

Venue Records

  • Highest Team Score: 242/4 by Uttar Pradesh
  • Lowest Team Score: 44/2 by NMP
  • Average First Innings Score: ~143 runs
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<![CDATA[NAH vs NAT: Match 11 Weather and Pitch Report – VPL 2025]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/nah-vs-nat-match-11-weather-and-pitch-report-vpl-2025/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/nah-vs-nat-match-11-weather-and-pitch-report-vpl-2025/ Tue, 10 Jun 2025 14:03:54 GMT

Nagpur Heroz (NAH) will face Nagpur Titans (NAT) in Match 11 of the Vidarbha Premier League (VPL) 2025 at 7:45 PM IST on June 10. A win for either team will provide a much-needed boost to keep their tournament hopes alive. The pitch is slow at VCA Stadium along with long straight boundaries, which can create challenges for scoring while maintaining the bowlers in the contest.

Match Details

  • Date: June 10, 2025
  • Time: 07:45 PM IST
  • Venue: Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur
  • Win% Batting First: 33%
  • Win% Bowling First: 67%

Weather Report

The conditions in Nagpur will be hot and mildly humid, with a 41.1°C temperature anticipated in the evening encounter. Rain chances have increased slightly to 25%, but showers are still unlikely. With the humidity at 22%, endurance will be tested, but the conditions shouldn't affect play.

  • Temperature: 41.1 degrees celsius
  • Rain: 25%—light chance of passing showers
  • Humidity: 22%—moderate discomfort possible
  • Winds: light breeze (~10-12 km/h) has no effect on play

Pitch Report

The pitch at VCA is still presenting the batters with difficulties in a two-paced bounce. Paces early in their innings have been aided with some seam movement, while later on in their innings, spinners have had some influence. Teams have struggled to score quick boundaries; long dimensions make it hard. Captains may want to bat first. Target 120-130 to be competitive.

  • Nature of Surface: Two-paced; seam early, spin later
  • Key Bowling Types: Seamers (early), Spinners (middle/death)
  • Boundary Dimensions: Large; six-hitting not easy
  • Captain's Likely Decision: Bat first
  • Average First Innings Score: 126

Also Read: NMB vs ORT: Match 10 Weather and Pitch Report – VPL 2025

Venue Records—VCA Stadium, VPL 2025

  • Highest Team Total: 203/3 – Bharat Rangers vs Orange Tigers
  • Lowest Team Total: 77/8 – Nagpur Hornets vs Pagariya Strikers Nagpur
  • Trend: Bowlers dominate; chasing has slight advantage
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<![CDATA[NMB vs ORT: Match 10 Weather and Pitch Report – VPL 2025]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/nmb-vs-ort-match-10-weather-and-pitch-report-vpl-2025/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/nmb-vs-ort-match-10-weather-and-pitch-report-vpl-2025/ Tue, 10 Jun 2025 13:22:44 GMT

An important encounter in Match 10 of the Vidarbha Premier League (VPL) 2025 is on the cards as Neco Masters Blasters (NMB) face off against a supremely confident Orange Tigers (ORT) this June 10, 2025, at 2:45 PM IST. Both teams will be looking to secure vital points so close to the midway mark of the season, so fans can anticipate a thrilling contest under the lights in Nagpur. As witnessed in previous games, batting has been difficult because of big boundaries and a pitch that tends to play slow, and thus every wicket and run matters a lot at this ground.

Match Details

  • Date: June 10, 2025
  • Time: 02:45 PM IST
  • Venue: Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur
  • Win% Batting First: 33%
  • Win% Bowling First: 67%

Weather Report

The conditions in Nagpur will be hot and mildly humid, with a 41.1°C temperature anticipated in the afternoon encounter. Rain chances have increased slightly to 25%, but showers are still unlikely. With the humidity at 22%, endurance will be tested, but the conditions shouldn't affect play.

  • Temperature: 41.1 degrees celsius
  • Rain: 25%—light chance of passing showers
  • Humidity: 22%—moderate discomfort possible
  • Winds: light breeze (~10-12 km/h) has no effect on play

Pitch Report

The pitch at VCA is still presenting the batters with difficulties in a two-paced bounce. Paces early in their innings have been aided with some seam movement, while later on in their innings, spinners have had some influence. Teams have struggled to score quick boundaries; long dimensions make it hard. Captains may want to bat first. Target 120-130 to be competitive.

  • Nature of Surface: Two-paced; seam early, spin later
  • Key Bowling Types: Seamers (early), Spinners (middle/death)
  • Boundary Dimensions: Large; six-hitting not easy
  • Captain's Likely Decision: Bat first
  • Average First Innings Score: 126

Also Read: KT vs SW : Match 10 Weather and Pitch Report—MPL 2025

Venue Records—VCA Stadium, VPL 2025

  • Highest Team Total: 203/3 – Bharat Rangers vs Orange Tigers
  • Lowest Team Total: 77/8 – Nagpur Hornets vs Pagariya Strikers Nagpur
  • Trend: Bowlers dominate; chasing has slight advantage
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<![CDATA[RJ vs PB : Match 03 Weather and Pitch Report – MPL 2025]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/rj-vs-pb-match-03-weather-and-pitch-report-mpl-2025/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/rj-vs-pb-match-03-weather-and-pitch-report-mpl-2025/ Fri, 06 Jun 2025 09:34:25 GMT

The Ratnagiri Jets (RJ) and the Puneri Bappa (PB) will do battle at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune, on June 6, 2025. What an opportunity to be a part of this thrilling T20 contest under the Maharashtra Premier League 2025. The weather and pitch conditions will certainly affect the outcome of the match.

Match information:

Match Date: June 6, 2025
Match Time: 02:00 PM IST
Venue: Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune
Win % when batting first: 45%
Win % when bowling first: 55%

Weather Report:

Pune is expecting overcast conditions on match day with a 69% chance of rain. Temperatures are suspected to be around 27°C, and the chance of rain includes brief interruptions due to scattered showers. Humidity is high, which may affect players' stamina and performance on the field.

  • Temperature: 27°C
  • Winds: Strong winds (going up to 50 km/h) may affect high shots, plus swing
  • Precipitation: 69% chance of rain - interruptions expected
  • Humidity: High humidity (~73%) may affect bowling and fielding efficiency

Also read: ATM vs BB: Match 09 Weather and Pitch Report – Mumbai T20 2025

Pitch Report:

The MCA Stadium in Pune is generally considered favorable for batting. However, due to weather conditions and possible moisture, the pacers may find early movement with the new ball. As the game progresses, the pitch tends to ease out for stroke play, but spin can come into play if the surface dries and slows.

  • Balanced Surface: Early movement for seamers; good bounce for shot-making
  • Spinners’ Role: Effective during middle and late overs if the pitch slows down
  • Boundary dimensions: Standard boundaries; square boundaries are easier to clear than straight

Venue Records:

  • Highest Team Score: 211/4 – Chennai Super Kings
  • Lowest Team Score: 101/10 – Rising Pune Supergiants
  • Average First Innings Score: Approx. 146 Runs
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<![CDATA[ATM vs BB : Match 09 Weather and Pitch Report – Mumbai T20 2025]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/atm-vs-bb-match-09-weather-and-pitch-report-mumbai-t20-2025/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/atm-vs-bb-match-09-weather-and-pitch-report-mumbai-t20-2025/ Fri, 06 Jun 2025 08:36:31 GMT

Aakash Tigers MWS (ATM) will take on Bandra Blasters (BB) at Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy in Mumbai on June 6, 2025, in a Mumbai T20 League match that is likely to be heavily influenced by weather and pitch conditions, which are going to be key in influencing the result.

Match Details

Date: 6th June 2025
Time: 10:00 AM IST
Venue: Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Mumbai
Win % Batting First: 48%
Win % Bowling First: 52%

Weather Report: 

The forecast on match day in Mumbai predicts a humid evening with a 25% chance of rain. While the temperatures throughout Metro Mumbai should remain pleasing (27-30°C), the humidity levels are going to be elevated (79%), and winds are going to be negligible.

  • Temperature: 27°C-30°C range.
  • Winds: Light air will not have an effect on performance.
  • Precipitation: 25% chance of rain that could disrupt the game.
  • Humidity: High humidity levels (79%) may affect athlete performance. 

ALSO READ:  Gautam Gambhir slams RCB management over M Chinnaswamy stampede incident

PitchReport:

The pitch at Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy is reputed to have a slight bias towards bowlers. The surface will be conducive for batting, but the pacers may get some early movement when bowling with the lights on. The pitch will slow down, which makes it slightly more difficult to chase in the second inning.

  • Balanced Surface: Offers some early swing for the pacers and supports stroke play for the batsmen.
  • The role of spinners: May come into play in the second half of the game as the pitch slows down.
  • Dimensions of the boundary: It is a big-sized stadium with plenty of big boundaries, thus making hitting six a little more difficult.

Venue Records:

Highest Team Total: 234-4 HP vs SIKM
Lowest Team Total: 13-0 AA in 1 over vs SMF
Average Score in the First Innings: Roughly 170 runs.

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<![CDATA[IPL 2025: RCB vs PBKS Final - Narendra Modi stadium stats and preview]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/ipl-2025-rcb-vs-pbks-final-narendra-modi-stadium-stats-and-preview/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/ipl-2025-rcb-vs-pbks-final-narendra-modi-stadium-stats-and-preview/ Tue, 03 Jun 2025 12:41:05 GMT

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), led by Rajat Patidar, meet Punjab Kings (PBKS), captained by Shreyas Iyer, in the IPL 2025 Final on June 3, 2025, at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. Both teams are looking to win their first-ever IPL title. RCB dominated Qualifier 1 by easily chasing 102 in 10 overs, while PBKS recovered from their loss to RCB by chasing down MI's total in thrilling fashion in Qualifier 2. The team that wins this final will receive the IPL 2025 trophy and end a 17-year wait for the achievement.

Narendra Modi Stadium Stats and Records

  • Total Matches: 43
  • Batting 1st Won: 21
  • Batting 2nd Won: 22
  • Highest Total: 266/7 by Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals in 2024
  • Lowest Total: 66/10 by Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians in 2017
  • Highest Run-chase: 217/6 in 20 overs by Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals in 2023
  • Lowest Total Defended: Not specified, but recent trends favor high-scoring games
  • Average 1st Innings Score: 176

Weather and Pitch Report

The IPL 2025 Final in Ahmedabad has an 80% chance of rain the evening of the match, with thunderstorms possibly stopping or delaying the match. The temperature is expected to be around 34.1°C, with humidity around 47%. it will be important to remember that dew will be an obstacle in the second innings. The toss is going to be very important, as we expect teams to dislike batting first. The pitch looks good for batting, as the ball goes straight and carries well with good bounce, with a par above 200 being the general expectation. Pacers will get some sideways ball movement when humid, as is expected, while spinners should rely on their normal variations. The short boundaries and wet conditions will lead to difficulty defending total scores.

Also Read: IPL 2025: RCB vs PBKS Final - A Head to Head breakdown

RCB vs PBKS: Match Preview

RCB, led by Rajat Patidar, are on a mission to erase a 17-year drought towards the elusive IPL title and have established themselves as serious contenders with their dominant form in 2025. RCB thrashed PBKS in Qualifier 1 to reach the final with a comfortable eight-wicket victory and have ample confidence after a dominant season. Virat Kohli leads the RCB top order; his output is complemented by Phil Salt and Mayank Agarwal, allowing for the ability to kick off quickly. RCB can also build pressure with swing bowling from Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, while Suyash Sharma adds some air to the ball and controls the length of the innings. With Tim David available and nine different match-winners, RCB are starting to put together a fully functioning unit, which is advantageous heading into the final. 

PBKS, led by Shreyas Iyer, have a very reasonable chance towards their first IPL trophy after finishing first in the league and defeating MI in Qualifier 2. Iyer is the linchpin of their batting, with contributions from Josh Inglis and emerging talent Priyansh Arya. Late-game damage can come with the power of Marcus Stoinis and Nehal Wadhera. With Arshdeep Singh, Chahal, Marco Jansen, and Harpreet Brar, PBKS has a versatile bowling attack. PBKS will rely on explosive starts with batters controlling the middle to quiet their opposing rhythm.

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<![CDATA[IPL 2025: PBKS vs MI Qualifier 2 - Narendra Modi stadium stats and preview]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/ipl-2025-pbks-vs-mi-qualifier-2-narendra-modi-stadium-stats-and-preview/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/ipl-2025-pbks-vs-mi-qualifier-2-narendra-modi-stadium-stats-and-preview/ Sun, 01 Jun 2025 10:43:26 GMT

On June 1, 2025, Punjab Kings (PBKS) will face Mumbai Indians (MI) in the IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. The Punjab Kings, led by Shreyas Iyer, enter the contest following a disastrous eight-wicket defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Qualifier 1, having been bowled out for 101. The Mumbai Indians, led by Hardik Pandya, will be full of confidence, having beaten Gujarat Titans (GT) by 20 runs in the Eliminator, defending a massive 228. The winner of this match will face RCB in the IPL 2025 final on June 3, with the loser eliminated from the tournament entirely.

Narendra Modi Stadium Stats and Records

  • Total Matches: 42
  • Batting 1st Won: 21
  • Batting 2nd Won: 21
  • Highest Total: 266/7 by Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals in 2024
  • Lowest Total: 66/10 by Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians in 2017
  • Highest Run-chase: 217/6 in 20 overs by Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals in 2023
  • Lowest Total Defended: Not specified, but recent trends favor high-scoring games
  • Average 1st Innings Score: 176

Also Read: IPL 2025: PBKS vs MI Qualifier 2 - A Head to Head breakdown

Weather and Pitch Report

On June 1, Ahmedabad will have warm weather (30–34°C, 50–60% humidity) with no rain likely, although there was a bit of drizzle during PBKS' training. The red-soil pitch at Narendra Modi Stadium is generally high scoring—six of the seven games in IPL 2025 played here were won by teams who batted first, many times scoring well over 200. The surface is initially flat, perfect for batting, and eventually slows down, allowing spinners like Chahal and Santner to shine. While dew is a factor for chasing teams, batting first still has a 60% winning advantage.

PBKS vs MI: Match Preview

PBKS enters Qualifier 2 under pressure after their batting crumbled to 101 in Qualifier 1 against RCB. Despite topping the league stage, the loss exposed chinks in their armor, with Iyer scoring just 27 runs in 5 innings at Mullanpur. While Prabhsimran Singh and Josh Inglis anchor the batting, not having Marco Jansen means they are weaker in their bowling and lower order. Chahal has rejoined the squad, enhancing their spin attack, as he was successful against MI's Jonny Bairstow and Suryakumar Yadav gap. Arshdeep Singh remains their bowling spearhead, and they need their Indian core of Priyansh Arya, Shashank Singh, and Nehal Wadhera to step up on a flatter Ahmedabad pitch. 
 
 MI is in good form, winning 3 of their last 5 matches, including a 20-run victory over GT in the Eliminator, where they scored 228/5.  Rohit Sharma scored a vintage 81, and Jonny Bairstow blasted 47 off 22, which got the score set, with Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, and Hradik Pandya providing depth. MI's bowling, spearheaded by Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult, has power, but if Deepak Chahar and Richard Gleeson have hamstring issues, it seems likely Reece Topley will make an appearance in the match.  MI's experience of playoff matches provides them with a 59% win probability. 

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<![CDATA[IPL 2025: GT vs MI Eliminator - Mullanpur stadium stats and preview]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/ipl-2025-gt-vs-mi-eliminator-mullanpur-stadium-stats-and-preview/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/ipl-2025-gt-vs-mi-eliminator-mullanpur-stadium-stats-and-preview/ Fri, 30 May 2025 08:06:12 GMT

Gujarat Titans (GT) play  Mumbai Indians  (MI) in the Eliminator of the IPL 2025 playoffs on May 30, 2025, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, Chandigarh. GT, finishing third, aims to use their well-rounded squad to move on to Qualifier 2, and MI, finishing fourth, seeks to overcome their poor historical record against GT to reach the final. The winner will move on to Qualifier 2, and the loser will be eliminated.

Mullanpur Stadium Stats and Records

  • Total Matches: 10
  • Batting 1st Won: 5
  • Batting 2nd Won: 5
  • Highest Total: 219/6 by Punjab Kings vs. Chennai Super Kings, 2025
  • Lowest Total: 95 (Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings)
  • Highest Run-chase: 177/6 in 19.2 overs by Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals in 2024
  • Lowest total defended: 182/9 by SRH vs PBKS in 2024
  • Average 1st Innings Score: 180
  • Average 2nd Innings: 170

Also Read: IPL 2025: GT vs MI Eliminator - A Head to Head breakdown

Weather and Pitch Report

 The expected weather in Chandigarh on May 30, 2025, will be hot (28-32°C and 40-50% humidity), and no rain is expected. Dew may play a factor for the chasing side in the second innings because the ball may skid onto the batsman, and the bowlers may struggle for grip. The Mullanpur pitch will provide a balanced surface. It will be fair to the batters at the beginning and will assist the spinners later on, because it will probably be dry. Teams have preferred to chase, as three of four have been won by the team setting a target so far this season.

GT vs MI: Match Preview

GT approaches Eliminator 1 as a confident team. Having won three of their last five matches, including a 36-run victory over MI in Match 9, GT appears to have their batting lineup in a rhythm led by Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan. They have gone above 180 in six of their matches this season, and they have a 66.67% win rate in those specific scenarios. There have at times been question marks surrounding GT's middle order. The loss of Jos Buttler for international duties may affect their top order. GT's bowling unit of Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj are still in good shape, although they will miss the all-round prowess of Gerald Coetzee, with Arshad Khan stepping in.

Also Read: Top 3 reasons why Punjab Kings Lost to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025 Qualifier 1

MI also enters the encounter with three wins from their last five matches. MI has relied on their explosive batting lineup, which features Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav, and they will be without Will Jacks for international duties, who scored a quickfire 50 in Match 56. MI's middle order has stepped up with the likes of Hardik Pandya and Tilak Varma, but MI's batting faltered in some low-scoring games, which included their 155/8 against GT. MI's bowling has done a great job, led by Jasprit Bumrah and D. Chahar, who have been relatively economical at an 8.1-run average in powerplay overs. Trent Boult and Mitchell Santner have been Control bowlers.

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