The IPL Points Table 2025 saw a major reshuffle as Punjab Kings (PBKS) stormed into the Top 2 after a clinical seven-wicket win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in Match 69 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, played at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. The victory not only ensured PBKS a place in Qualifier 1, but also reshaped the path to the playoffs for several other franchises.
From explosive performances with the bat to strategic captaincy decisions, the game had it all. Here’s a detailed look at how the PBKS vs MI clash unfolded and how it impacted the IPL Points Table 2025.
PBKS vs MI Match Summary
Mumbai Indians, after being put into bat by Punjab Kings, posted a competitive 184/7 in their 20 overs. Suryakumar Yadav once again proved to be MI’s linchpin, scoring a well-paced 57 off 39 balls. Despite a sluggish start from openers Ryan Rickelton and Rohit Sharma, MI managed to set a fighting target thanks to cameos from Hardik Pandya and Naman Dhir. Left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh starred with the ball, returning figures of 2/28, including the crucial wicket of SKY.
In response, PBKS opener Priyansh Arya provided a blazing start with a 35-ball 62, laying a solid foundation for the chase. Josh Inglis took over the mantle, scoring an authoritative 73 in just 42 balls. Captain Shreyas Iyer, batting at No. 4, stayed unbeaten on 26 off 16 balls and sealed the game with a towering six over long-on in the penultimate over.
Updated IPL Points Table 2025 After PBKS vs MI
The result of the PBKS vs MI clash had significant ramifications for the IPL Points Table 2025. Here’s how the updated standings look:
| Rank | Team | Played | Won | Lost | NR | NRR | Points |
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| 1 | PBKS (Qualified) | 14 | 9 | 4 | 1 | +0.372 | 19 |
| 2 | GT (Qualified) | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | +0.254 | 18 |
| 3 | RCB (Qualified) | 13 | 8 | 4 | 1 | +0.255 | 17 |
| 4 | MI (Qualified) | 13 | 8 | 5 | 0 | +1.292 | 16 |
| 5 | DC | 14 | 7 | 6 | 1 | +0.011 | 13 |
| 6 | SRH | 14 | 6 | 7 | 1 | -0.241 | 13 |
| 7 | LSG | 13 | 6 | 7 | 0 | -0.337 | 12 |
| 8 | KKR | 14 | 5 | 7 | 2 | -0.305 | 12 |
| 9 | RR | 14 | 4 | 10 | 0 | -0.549 | 6 |
| 10 | CSK | 14 | 4 | 10 | 0 | -0.647 | 8 |
IPL 2025 Orange Cap Standings After PBKS vs MI
There has been no change at the top of the Orange Cap leaderboard following the PBKS vs MI game. Gujarat Titans’ Sai Sudharsan continues to lead the charts, followed by Shubman Gill. MI’s Suryakumar Yadav remains in third place with another solid outing, reaffirming his status as one of the most consistent batters this season.
Key Highlights from PBKS vs MI
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Priyansh Arya continues to impress with his explosive top-order contributions.
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Josh Inglis played arguably his best knock of the season under pressure.
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Arshdeep Singh delivered a match-defining final over, getting rid of SKY and conceding just 3 runs.
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Shreyas Iyer’s decision to drop down the order paid dividends as he calmly saw the team through.
What This Means for the Playoffs
With this win, Punjab Kings have locked their place in Qualifier 1, giving them a cushion in the playoffs. They will now face the second-ranked team (currently Gujarat Titans) in the first playoff game, with the winner going straight to the final. The loser will get another chance in Qualifier 2.
Mumbai Indians, despite the loss, remain qualified for the playoffs but will now have to fight it out in the Eliminator, reducing their margin for error significantly.
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