The Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings rivalry is IPL cricket at its fiercest. From early clashes to modern thrillers, every match has delivered record-breaking innings, breathtaking chases, and unforgettable bowling spells. Fans witness tactical brilliance, aggressive batting, and heroic performances, making this rivalry one of the most intense and celebrated in league history.
Recent Mumbai Indians Vs Punjab Kings Timeline
Tournament
Venue
Date
Toss
MI Score
PBKS Score
Result
Series
Player of the Match
IPL 2025
Ahmedabad
Jun 1, 2025
PBKS (field)
203/6 (20)
207/5 (19)
PBKS won by 5 wkts
Qualifier 2
Shreyas Iyer (PBKS)
IPL 2025
Jaipur
May 26, 2025
PBKS (field)
184/7 (20)
187/3 (18.3)
PBKS won by 7 wkts
Match 69
Josh Inglis (PBKS)
IPL 2024
Mullanpur
Apr 18, 2024
PBKS (field)
192/7 (20)
183 (19.1)
MI won by 9 runs
Match 33
Jasprit Bumrah (MI)
IPL 2023
Mohali
May 3, 2023
MI (field)
216/4 (18.5)
214/3 (20)
MI won by 6 wkts
Match 46
Ishan Kishan (MI)
IPL 2023
Mumbai
Apr 22, 2023
MI (field)
201/6 (20)
214/8 (20)
PBKS won by 13 runs
Match 31
Sam Curran (PBKS)
IPL 2022
Pune
Apr 13, 2022
MI (field)
186/9 (20)
198/5 (20)
PBKS won by 12 runs
Match 23
Mayank Agarwal (PBKS)
IPL 2021
Abu Dhabi
Sep 28, 2021
MI (field)
137/4 (19)
135/6 (20)
MI won by 6 wkts
Match 42
Kieron Pollard (MI)
MI vs. PBKS: Iconic & Aggressive Moments
Season
Iconic Moment
Key Aggressor
Impact & Result
2020
The Double Super Over
Chris Gayle / Mayank Agarwal
First-ever T20 match to require 2 tie-breakers; PBKS won in the second Super Over.
2023
Stump-Breaking Finale
Arshdeep Singh
Arshdeep snapped the middle stump twice in 2 balls at Wankhede to defend 16 runs.
2019
Pollard’s Captaincy Classic
Kieron Pollard
Smashed 83 off 31 balls (10 sixes) to pull off a miraculous last-ball chase for MI.
2025
The Qualifier 2 Heist
Shreyas Iyer
Iyer’s unbeaten 87 (41) broke MI’s winning streak in a record-breaking playoff chase.
2023
The 400+ Run-Fest
Liam Livingstone / Ishan Kishan
Both teams crossed 200+; MI chased down 214 in just 18.5 overs with relentless hitting.
2014
Maxwell-Miller “Killer” Show
Glenn Maxwell
Systematic destruction of the MI attack during PBKS’s dominant 2014 finals run.
2011
The 76-Run Demolition
Bhargav Bhatt
PBKS’s biggest-ever win margin; MI was bowled out for just 87 in a low-score clinical rout.
Mumbai Indians Vs Punjab Kings: Head-to-Head Summary (All-Time)
Category
Mumbai Indians (MI)
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Matches Played
34
34
Total Wins
17
17
Highest Score
223/6
230/5
Lowest Score
87
119
Tied Matches (Super Over)
1 (Lost)
1 (Won)
Most Runs (H2H)
Rohit Sharma (634)
Shaun Marsh (526)
Most Wickets (H2H)
Jasprit Bumrah (24)
Piyush Chawla (15)
Highest Win Margin (Runs)
48 Runs
76 Runs
MI vs. PBKS: Key Performance Leaders (All-Time)
Category
Leading Player (MI)
Stats (MI)
Leading Player (PBKS)
Stats (PBKS)
Most Runs
Rohit Sharma
634 Runs
Shaun Marsh
526 Runs
Most Wickets
Jasprit Bumrah
24 Wickets
Piyush Chawla
15 Wickets
Highest Individual Score
Lendl Simmons
100* (61)
Hashim Amla
104* (60)
Best Bowling Figures
Munaf Patel
5/21
Bhargav Bhatt
4/22
Most Sixes
Kieron Pollard
44 Sixes
Chris Gayle
29 Sixes
Most Catches
Kieron Pollard
16 Catches
David Miller
11 Catches
Most 50+ Scores
Rohit Sharma
5 Fifties
KL Rahul
4 Fifties
First Turning Points
The early MI vs PBKS clashes set the tone for an intense rivalry. Close finishes, bold captaincy, and emerging superstars created unforgettable moments. Mumbai’s big hitters clashed with Punjab’s pace attack, creating nail-biting thrillers. Tactical shifts, such as batting order changes and innovative bowling strategies, started defining matches. Fans witnessed historic chases and game-changing partnerships. These initial encounters established key players as legends in this rivalry. High-pressure situations brought out the best in individual brilliance, setting records that still resonate in IPL history.
Match
Year
Best Batter
Runs
Best Bowler
Wickets
Highest Chase
Key Moment
MI vs PBKS
2013
Rohit Sharma
89
Sandeep Sharma
3/28
168
Rohit’s late sixes turned the match
MI vs PBKS
2015
Kieron Pollard
76*
Anureet Singh
4/35
175
Pollard finished a tense chase with a six off the last ball
MI vs PBKS matches often became chess games on the cricket field. Captains exploited pitch conditions, rotated bowlers, and shuffled batting orders to gain an edge. Key moments emerged from tactical masterstrokes: late overs spinners, pinch hitters, and surprise bowling changes. Mumbai’s experience met Punjab’s aggressive intent, producing thrilling finishes. Each match revealed strategic depth, where calculated risks and audacious shots defined outcomes. Player instincts and captaincy decisions were pivotal in high-pressure chases and defending totals, creating iconic moments that still define the rivalry
Match
Year
Key Tactical Move
Player Impact
Runs/Wickets
Highest Chase
Key Moment
MI vs PBKS
2014
MI promoted Pollard as pinch hitter
Kieron Pollard
68*
175
Pollard’s quickfire innings swung momentum
MI vs PBKS
2016
Punjab used left-arm pacers upfront
Andrew Tye
3/28
182
Early wickets put MI under pressure
MI vs PBKS
2017
Mumbai bowled spinners in powerplay
Harbhajan Singh
2/25
160
Restricted Punjab’s top order
MI vs PBKS
2019
Reverse sweep tactic against pacers
Quinton de Kock
101
190
Century turned chase into victory
MI vs PBKS
2021
Shami as death bowler surprise
Mohammed Shami
4/32
185
MI needed 20 off last 12 balls, Shami changed pace
Defining Encounters
Certain MI vs PBKS matches became instant classics, etching themselves in IPL history. High-stakes chases, last-over finishes, and record-breaking innings defined these encounters. Players rose to the occasion under pressure, creating moments fans still recall. Tactical genius combined with fearless batting and incisive bowling made these clashes unforgettable. Whether it was a chase against all odds or a dominant bowling display, these matches set new standards for aggression and skill, intensifying the rivalry and producing legends.
Match
Year
Top Batter
Runs
Top Bowler
Wickets
Highest Chase
Key Moment
MI vs PBKS
2015
Kieron Pollard
76*
Anureet Singh
4/35
175
Last-ball six sealed the thrilling chase
MI vs PBKS
2016
Lendl Simmons
92
Andrew Tye
3/30
182
Simmons dominated Punjab’s bowling attack
MI vs PBKS
2018
Ishan Kishan
85
Mohammed Shami
4/32
180
Shami’s fiery spell nearly defended a low total
MI vs PBKS
2019
Quinton de Kock
101
Chris Jordan
3/29
190
Century sparked MI’s epic comeback
MI vs PBKS
2021
Suryakumar Yadav
88
Kagiso Rabada
3/26
187
Late overs heroics turned game in MI’s favor
Recent Clashes and Current Form
Recent MI vs PBKS matches have been thrilling, with both teams showcasing star power and tactical depth. Emerging players alongside seasoned pros have delivered explosive innings, record chases, and decisive bowling spells. High-pressure moments defined the outcomes, keeping fans on the edge. Mumbai’s consistency met Punjab’s aggressive intent, producing intense contests. Strategic captaincy, fearless batting, and disciplined bowling shaped each encounter. These modern clashes continue to write new chapters in the rivalry, highlighting form, momentum, and key players rising to the occasion.
Match
Year
Top Batter
Runs
Top Bowler
Wickets
Highest Chase
Key Moment
MI vs PBKS
2022
Suryakumar Yadav
95
Arshdeep Singh
4/31
188
Last-over six sealed MI’s thrilling win
MI vs PBKS
2022
Ishan Kishan
87*
Kagiso Rabada
3/28
185
Kishan’s finishing knock dominated chase
MI vs PBKS
2023
Tilak Varma
92
Shami
4/33
192
MI recovered from 60/3 to win
MI vs PBKS
2023
Prabhsimran Singh
78
Bumrah
3/26
180
Early wickets put MI on the backfoot
MI vs PBKS
2024
Rohit Sharma
84*
Arshdeep Singh
3/29
190
Captain’s innings guided MI to last-ball victory
Conclusion
From historic first encounters to high-pressure modern battles, the MI vs PBKS rivalry has produced legends, memorable chases, and tactical masterstrokes. Records have been shattered, young stars emerged, and fans thrilled. This rivalry continues to define IPL cricket, promising more epic encounters, strategic brilliance, and unforgettable moments in seasons to come.
