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In a high-stakes Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025<\/strong> <\/a>clash at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Punjab Kings<\/strong> delivered a commanding performance to clinch a 7-wicket win over Mumbai Indians<\/strong>, 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<\/strong>\u2019s fluent 57 and a quick-fire finish by Hardik Pandya<\/strong> lifted MI to 184\/7, but PBKS opener Priyanka Arya and number 3, Josh Inglis,<\/strong> counterattacked with flair to control the chase. Mitchell Santner<\/strong>\u2018s two crucial wickets brought temporary hope for MI, but Shreyas Iyer<\/strong> calmly finished things off for the Kings.<\/p>\n Mumbai, asked to bat first, were off to a decent start with Ryan Rickelton<\/strong> and Rohit Sharma<\/strong><\/a> adding 45 for the first wicket, though neither converted their starts. The real impetus came from Suryakumar, who once again proved to be MI\u2019s batting linchpin. His 57 off 39 balls, laced with six fours and two sixes, anchored the middle overs while Will Jacks<\/strong> (17 off 8) and Hardik (26 off 15) provided the acceleration. Arshdeep Singh<\/strong> impressed with 2\/28, while Marco Jansen<\/strong> and Vyshak Vijaykumar<\/strong> 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.<\/p>\n Also READ: <\/strong>PBKS vs MI: Suryakumar Yadav shatters Sachin Tendulkar\u2019s 15-year-old IPL record for Mumbai Indians<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n The Punjab Kings\u2019 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<\/strong>\u2019s miserly spell (1\/23) and Santner\u2019s double strike, MI\u2019s bowling lacked venom under pressure. Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar<\/strong> and Pandya were expensive, leaking boundaries at regular intervals. Iyer\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n Just 3 runs 2 wickets in the last over from Arshdeep singh. Brilliant execution of Yorkers.<\/p>\n \u2014 Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) May 26, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n 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 @PunjabKingsIPL<\/a> \ud83d\udc4f\ud83c\udffb #PBKSvMI<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/kHybqA8N6V<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) May 26, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n A partnership that was a joy to watch. #PriyanshArya<\/a> and #JoshInglis<\/a>. Superb tactical play against the best bowling side in the second half of the #TATAIPL2025<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 26, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Great to see Punjab Kings win today to end up in top two. Great season for them.<\/p>\n Mumbai Indians run out of luck in the journey to the Qualifier.<\/p>\n The 70th match also remains relevant!<\/p>\n \u2014 Aashish Chandorkar (@c_aashish) May 26, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n 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 . #MIvsPBKS<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Manoj K (@mpcp565) May 26, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n 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 @ShreyasIyer15<\/a> this season. I’m convinced he should be India’s next white-ball captain. No arguments needed! #IPL2025<\/a> \ud83c\udfcf<\/p>\n \u2014 Sohini M. (@Mittermaniac) May 26, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Whatever happens, happens from here on but there is no doubt on how much credit, hype and just honest appreciation @ShreyasIyer15<\/a> deserves for his work and skills!<\/p>\n \u2014 Nikhil \ud83c\udfcf (@CricCrazyNIKS) May 26, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n It’s not just raining in Mumbai.<\/p>\n The sky is crying how MI bottled a golden opportunity to qualify for top 2.<\/p>\n \u2014 Sameer Allana (@HitmanCricket) May 26, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n An emphatic win for the Punjab Kings who overtake Gujarat Titans and move to the No. 1 spot in the points table \ud83d\udd25\ud83c\udfcf#Cricket<\/a> #PBKSvMI<\/a> #ShreyasIyer<\/a> #IPL2025<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/HKFsK3eCme<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) May 26, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n \ud835\udc12\ud835\udc1a\ud835\udc2b\ud835\udc29\ud835\udc1a\ud835\udc27\ud835\udc1c\ud835\udc21 \ud835\udc12\ud835\udc1a\ud835\udc1a\ud835\udc1b \ud835\udc26\ud835\udc28\ud835\udc2f\ud835\udc1e\ud835\udc2c \ud835\udc1d\ud835\udc22\ud835\udc1f\ud835\udc1f\ud835\udc1e\ud835\udc2b\ud835\udc1e\ud835\udc27\ud835\udc2d! \ud83d\ude0e pic.twitter.com\/RcmZS3Swlm<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) May 26, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Also WATCH:\u00a0IPL 2025: Nehal Wadhera\u2019s jaw-dropping catch ends Rohit Sharma\u2019s scratchy knock | PBKS vs MI<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nSuryakumar Yadav\u2019s class not enough as MI could set only 185 on the board<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Punjab Kings chase with ease and book a direct birth in Qualifier 1<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Here\u2019s how fans reacted:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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