Josh Inglis and Priyansh Arya’s record-breaking 109 run stand powered Punjab Kings to a dominant seven-wicket win over c, sealing PBKS’ spot in Qualifier 1 and forcing MI into the Eliminator.
Inglis’ 73 off 42 balls and Arya’s 62 off 35 balls dismantled MI’s 184/7, with PBKS chasing down the target in 18.3 overs.
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Inglis and Arya’s Winning Partnership
Inglis and Arya’s second-wicket partnership proved decisive, turning a potential thriller into a one-sided affair.
Inglis, playing his first impactful innings of the season, smashed nine fours and three sixes, while Arya’s 27-ball fifty included audacious hits against MI’s star bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya.
The pair’s strike rate of 184.7 (109 runs off 59 balls) overwhelmed MI’s defense, with Bumrah and Boult conceding 52 runs in their combined eight overs .
MI’s Struggles
Despite Suryakumar Yadav’s 57 off 39 balls (his 14th T20 score of 25+), MI’s middle-order collapse and injury concerns derailed their efforts.
Rohit Sharma’s early dismissal (24 off 18) and Tilak Varma’s knee injury disrupted MI’s momentum, while Hardik Pandya’s 26 off 15 failed to ignite a late surge.
MI’s total of 184/7, built on Suryakumar’s unbeaten knock and Naman Dhir’s 17-ball 26, fell short as PBKS’ chase never faltered .
Match Turning Points
Arya’s Aggression: Arya’s early assault on Trent Boult (three fours in four balls) set the tone, while his six off Bumrah highlighted PBKS’ fearless approach.
Inglis’ Innovation: Inglis’ reverse scoops and ramp shots against Ashwani Kumar and Hardik showcased his adaptability, turning pressure into runs.
MI’s Bowling Woes: Bumrah’s expensive spell (0/44) and Mitchell Santner’s 2/41 failed to contain PBKS, with the duo leaking 86 runs in their combined seven overs.
Playoff Implications
PBKS’ victory propels them to the top of the standings, securing a direct entry to Qualifier 1. MI, now fourth, must face the Eliminator on May 30, with their opponent dependent on RCB’s result against LSG.
A RCB win would pit them against PBKS, while a loss would send them to the Eliminator against MI .
When to Watch
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Qualifier 1: May 29, 7:30 PM IST (PBKS vs RCB/GT)
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Eliminator: May 30, 7:30 PM IST (MI vs RCB/GT)
Inglis and Arya’s clinic in power-hitting redefined PBKS’ playoff aspirations, while MI’s reliance on Suryakumar exposed their depth issues.
As the playoffs intensify, PBKS’ momentum and MI’s desperation will shape IPL 2025’s final chapter.
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