Toss Impact in IPL Qualifier: Punjab Kings vs Mumbai Indians

The toss is set to play a critical role in the IPL Qualifier 2 match between Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians at the Narendra Modi Stadium. With a historical edge in their encounters, Mumbai looks to secure a spot in the finals after a strong performance against Gujarat Titans. Meanwhile, Punjab aims to capitalize on their previous victory over Mumbai this season. The batting-friendly pitch in Ahmedabad adds to the stakes, making the toss even more crucial. Will the winning team choose to bat first? Read on to find out more about the match dynamics and team performances.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 1, 2025, 16:13 IST

Crucial Toss for Qualifier 2

Ahmedabad: The toss is anticipated to be a pivotal factor in today's Qualifier 2 match between Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians at the Narendra Modi Stadium (Sunday, June 1). The team that wins the toss is likely to opt for batting first. Historically, the two teams have clashed 32 times in IPL, with Mumbai slightly leading with 17 victories against Punjab's 15. In the current IPL season, they have faced each other once, where Punjab Kings emerged victorious by six wickets during the league stage in Jaipur.

Path to the Final

Punjab Kings earned a second chance to reach the final after their defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Qualifier 2 in Mullanpur. Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians are on the verge of securing their place in the title match against RCB after defeating Gujarat Titans in the Eliminator at the same venue.

Toss Dynamics in PBKS vs MI Qualifier

The Toss Factor in the PBKS vs MI Qualifier

In IPL 2025, teams have consistently scored over 200 runs in nine out of 14 innings across seven matches held in Ahmedabad, suggesting that the pitch is conducive to batting.

The significance of the toss is heightened, as the team batting first has won six out of the seven matches played in Ahmedabad this season. It is expected that the winning team will choose to bat without hesitation. Only once this season has a chasing team succeeded in Ahmedabad, with Lucknow Super Giants managing to chase down 181 runs against Gujarat Titans with three balls remaining, but that was during a day match.

Punjab Kings' Impressive Performance

PBKS Registered a Solid Total Against GT in Ahmedabad

This season, Punjab Kings set the record for the highest score in Ahmedabad, achieving 243/5 against Gujarat Titans in March. The scores for teams batting first at this venue this season include 243, 196, 217, 203, 224, and 235. In contrast, teams batting second have recorded scores of 232, 160, 159, 204, 186, 202, and 147.