MI vs PBKS IPL 2024: In the upcoming IPL 2024 encounter, Match No.33 pits the Mumbai Indians against the Punjab Kings at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on April 18, promising a clash of titans. Historically, Mumbai holds a slight edge over Punjab in their head-to-head battles, emphasizing the competitive spirit between the two franchises. The pitch at Mullanpur’s stadium is renowned for its pace and bounce, favoring fast bowlers, making it a challenging venue for batsmen, especially with the new ball. Dew adds to the complexity, often leading toss-winning captains to opt for fielding first.
Recent developments in the league have seen scrutiny directed at Mumbai Indians’ Hardik Pandya for his performance, particularly in bowling and leadership, after their defeat against Chennai Super Kings. On the other hand, Punjab Kings faced disappointment in their recent match against Rajasthan Royals, falling short in another last-over thriller.
Predicted line-ups for the match include Ishan Kishan, Rohit Sharma, and Suryakumar Yadav for Mumbai Indians, while Punjab Kings are expected to feature Sam Curran, Shikhar Dhawan, and Kagiso Rabada, among others.
Off the field, former tennis World No. 1 Mahesh Bhupathi has advocated for the sale of Royal Challengers Bangalore after their disappointing run in IPL 2024, emphasizing the need for a committed owner. Meanwhile, IPL 2024 has witnessed Sunrisers Hyderabad’s dominance, marked by their aggressive batting approach led by players like Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma.
For Indian viewers, live streaming of IPL 2024 is available on Sports 18, The StarSports Networks, and Jio Cinema.
IPL 2024 Match No.33: Details
Teams: Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings
Date: April 18
Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium
Time: 7:30 PM (IST)
MI vs PBKS : Head-To-Head Record in IPL
Throughout the IPL’s history, the clashes between Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings have been tightly contested affairs. Mumbai holds a slight edge, securing victory in 16 out of 31 matches, with Punjab trailing closely behind with 15 wins. This balanced record underscores the competitive fervor between these two franchises.
Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium: Pitch Report
The pitch at Mullanpur’s Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Cricket Stadium is renowned for its pace and bounce, favoring fast bowlers. Batsmen face challenges, particularly with the new ball, due to the extra bounce. Dew further complicates matters, prompting captains winning the toss to opt for fielding first.
MI vs PBKS, IPL 2024: Full Squads and Player News
Mumbai Indians Squad:Hardik Pandya (Traded from GT), Rohit Sharma, Dewald Brevis, Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma, Tim David, Vishnu Vinod, Arjun Tendulkar, Shams Mulani, Nehal Wadhera, Jasprit Bumrah, Kumar Kartikeya, Piyush Chawla, Akash Madhwal, Jason Behrendorff, Romario Shepherd (Traded from LSG), Gerald Coetzee, Dilshan Madhushanka, Shreyas Gopal, Nuwan Thushara, Namandhir Singh, Anshul Kamboj, Mohammad Nabi, Shivalik Sharma
In recent developments concerning the Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Hardik Pandya came under scrutiny for his performance, notably criticized by Sunil Gavaskar. The critique stemmed from MI’s match against the Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2024, which resulted in a defeat for MI. Pandya faced backlash primarily for his bowling and leadership during the game.
Punjab Kings Squad:Shikhar Dhawan (c), Matthew Short, Prabhsimran Singh, Jitesh Sharma, Sikandar Raza, Rishi Dhawan, Liam Livingstone, Atharva Taide, Arshdeep Singh, Nathan Ellis, Sam Curran, Kagiso Rabada, Harpreet Brar, Rahul Chahar, Harpreet Bhatia, Vidwath Kaverappa, Shivam Singh, Harshal Patel, Chris Woakes, Ashutosh Sharma, Vishwanath Pratap Singh, Shashank Singh, Tanay Thyagarajann, Prince Choudhary, Rilee Rossouw.
The latest news regarding Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) today includes their match against Rajasthan Royals where they fell short in another last-over thriller. The match was a closely contested one, but PBKS couldn’t secure the win against Rajasthan Royals.
MI vs PBKS, IPL 2024 Match No.33: Predicted XI
Mumbai Indians Playing XI {Predicted}:Ishan Kishan (wk), Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Naman Dhir, Hardik Pandya ©, Tim David, Gerald Coetzee, Piyush Chawla, Jasprit Bumrah, Akash Madhwal
Punjab Kings Playing XI {Predicted}: Sam Curran, Harshal Patel, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Prabhsimran Singh, Shikhar Dhawan (c), Jonny Bairstow, Sikandar Raza, Kagiso Rabada, Harpreet Brar, Shashank Singh, Ashutosh Sharma.
Recent News on IPL 2024
Former doubles World No. 1 Mahesh Bhupathi urged for the sale of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) after their fifth consecutive loss in IPL 2024 against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). SRH’s record-breaking 287/3, led by Travis Head’s century, overshadowed RCB’s 262/7. Bhupathi, advocating for the sport’s integrity, called on the BCCI to ensure RCB’s acquisition by a more committed owner. Meanwhile, SRH’s aggressive batting approach, featuring Impact Players like Head and Abhishek Sharma, has dominated IPL 2024.
FAQS
Q. Where can I watch the IPL 2024 in India?
A. Live streaming of the IPL 2024 will be available on Sports 18 and The StarSports Networks and live streamed at Jio Cinema.
Q. Who won the IPL 2023 season?
A. In the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 final, held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, the Chennai Super Kings won against the Gujarat Giants by five wickets.
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