IPL 2022: Match 23, MI vs PBKS Match Prediction – Who will win today’s IPL match between MI and PBKS?

Mumbai Indians will take on the Punjab Kings in Match 23 of IPL 2022 at the MCA Stadium in Pune and it is expected to be a mouth-watering contest. Mumbai Indians have not yet opened their account in the tournament, with four losses in four games, and their bowling has suffered a lot already. The inclusion of Ramandeep Singh and Jaydev Unadkat wasn’t effective in the results column and Rohit will have to come up with different plans for the upcoming fixture.

On the other hand, Punjab Kings have won two and lost two games so far and they have had a mixed tournament with batting and bowling departments clicking in alternate games. The Mayank Agarwal-led side suffered a defeat in the hands of the Gujarat Titans in their previous fixture owing to a stunning finish from Rahul Tewatia. However, Liam Livingstone has been a big positive in the last two games for the franchise and he is likely to do a lot more damage.

Match Details

Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings, Match 23, IPL 2022

Venue: MCA Stadium, Pune

Date & Time: 13th April, 7:30 PM

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network for Television and Disney + Hotstar app for live streaming.

Pitch Report

The last game at the MCA stadium in Pune saw a target of 152 being chased down comfortably by the Royal Challengers Bangalore, and the team batting first will definitely need a lot more. The captain that wins the toss will have no hesitations in bowling first at the ground.

Probable Playing XIs for MI vs PBKS

Mumbai Indians

Rohit Sharma (c), Ishan Kishan (wk), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Tim David, Kieron Pollard, Fabien Allen, Murugan Ashwin, Jaydev Unadkat, Jasprit Bumrah, Basil Thampi

Punjab Kings

Mayank Agarwal (c), Shikhar Dhawan, Liam Livingstone, Jonny Bairstow (wk), Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Shahrukh Khan, Rishi Dhawan, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar, Vaibhav Arora, Arshdeep Singh

Probable Top Performers

Probable best batter of the Match: Liam Livingstone

Liam Livingstone has been a revelation in the last two games for Punjab Kings and has done exceedingly well with the bat. The right-hander struck a 27-ball 64 that included seven fours and four sixes and helped his side to post a big total on the board. He also has been contributing with the ball which has given a good balance to the side as the sixth bowling option and he is likely to continue his destructive form with the bat.

Probable best bowler of the Match: Kagiso Rabada

Kagiso Rabada, on the other hand, is yet to unlock his best with the ball but has been giving breakthroughs at the right times. The speedster impressed in a high-scoring game with 2 for 35 in his four-over spell and he remains the trump card in the fast bowling department for the Punjab Kings. His extra pace is likely to be effective against the Mumbai Indians batting in the upcoming fixture.

Today’s match prediction: PBKS to win the match

To know better the analysis of teams, be sure to check out our latest IPL 2022 point table update.

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.