PBKS VS MI: IPL 2024 33th Pre-match Predictions
Set for the 33rd match of TATA IPL 2024, Punjab Kings will clash with Mumbai Indians at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur. Fans anticipate an electrifying showdown as both teams gear up with heightened motivation and enhanced strategies, aiming for a flawless victory to kickstart their rivalry on a strong note.
Punjab Kings Players List & Role
| Name of the Player | Role of the Player |
|---|---|
| Shikhar Dhawan (C) | Batter |
| Jonny Bairstow | Wicket-Keeper/Batter |
| Jitesh Sharma | Wicket-Keeper/Batter |
| Prabhsimran Singh | Wicket-Keeper/Batter |
| Sam Curran | Bowling All-Rounder |
| Shashank Singh | Batter |
| Liam Livingstone | Batting All-Rounder |
| Harpreet Brar | Bowler |
| Harshal Patel | Bowler |
| Kagiso Rabada | Bowler |
| Arshdeep Singh | Bowler |
Mumbai Indians Players List & Role
| Name of the Player | Role of the Player |
|---|---|
| Ishan Kishan | Wicket-Keeper/Batter |
| Rohit Sharma | Batter |
| Naman Dhir | Batter |
| Tilak Varma | Batter |
| Hardik Pandya (C) | Batting All-Rounder |
| Tim David | Batter |
| Gerald Coetzee | Bowler |
| Piyush Chawla | Bowler |
| Akash Madhwal | Bowler |
| Jasprit Bumrah | Bowler |
| Kwena Maphaka | Bowler |
First Face-Off
During the 2008 season’s 10th match on April 25th, Punjab Kings clinched victory against Mumbai Indians. Opting to field first, Mumbai conceded 182 runs to Punjab, with Kumar Sangakkara leading the charge with an impressive 94 runs. Despite Dwayne Bravo’s efforts, scoring 23 runs, Mumbai struggled and faced a defeat by a substantial margin of 66 runs.
Previous IPL Results
In IPL history since 2008, Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians have clashed 31 times. Punjab Kings emerged victorious in 16 matches, while Mumbai Indians secured 15 wins, highlighting the competitive rivalry between the two teams.
Previous Results
| Year | Winner | Margin |
|---|---|---|
| 3-May-2023 | Mumbai Indians | 6 wickets |
| 22-Apr-2023 | Punjab Kings | 13 runs |
| 13-Apr-2022 | Punjab Kings | 12 runs |
| 28-Sep-2021 | Mumbai Indians | 6 wickets |
| 23-Apr-2021 | Punjab Kings | 9 wickets |
| 18-Oct-2020 | – | – |
| 1-Oct-2020 | Mumbai Indians | 48 runs |
| 10-Apr-2019 | Mumbai Indians | 3 wickets |
| 30-Mar-2019 | Punjab Kings | 8 wickets |
| 16-May-2018 | Mumbai Indians | 3 runs |
| 4-May-2018 | Mumbai Indians | 6 wickets |
| 11-May-2017 | Punjab Kings | 7 runs |
| 20-Apr-2017 | Mumbai Indians | 8 wickets |
| 13-May-2016 | Punjab Kings | 7 wickets |
| 25-Apr-2016 | Mumbai Indians | 25 runs |
| 3-May-2015 | Mumbai Indians | 23 runs |
| 12-Apr-2015 | Punjab Kings | 18 runs |
| 21-May-2014 | Mumbai Indians | 7 wickets |
| 3-May-2014 | Mumbai Indians | 5 wickets |
| 18-May-2013 | Punjab Kings | 50 runs |
| 29-Apr-2013 | Mumbai Indians | 4 runs |
| 25-Apr-2012 | Mumbai Indians | 4 wickets |
| 22-Apr-2012 | Punjab Kings | 6 wickets |
| 10-May-2011 | Punjab Kings | 76 runs |
| 2-May-2011 | Mumbai Indians | 23 runs |
| 9-Apr-2010 | Punjab Kings | 6 wickets |
| 30-Mar-2010 | Mumbai Indians | 4 wickets |
| 12-May-2009 | Mumbai Indians | 8 wickets |
| 29-Apr-2009 | Punjab Kings | 3 runs |
| 21-May-2008 | Punjab Kings | 1 run |
| 25-Apr-2008 | Punjab Kings | 66 runs |
Pre-Match Analysis
Ahead of the 33rd match of TATA IPL, fans can dive into this pre-match analysis, offering comprehensive insights into player strengths, team dynamics, and recent performances of both competing teams.
Probable best batter of the Match
Liam Livingstone has showcased his brilliance in the batting department for the Punjab Kings team as in the last 9 matches, he has amassed 327 runs. His consistent performance is reflected by his outstanding average of 54.5.
Probable best bowler of the Match
Harpreet Brar has emerged as a valuable asset to the Punjab Kings team, impressively claiming 9 wickets from the last 8 matches played, while maintaining an economy rate of 7.33 for the team in the tournament.
Match Details
The Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium is set to host the 33rd match of the TATA IPL 2024, on 18th April 2024, between Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians. Fans can catch the live telecast of the match starting at 7:30 PM IST on their screens.
Pitch Report
The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur promises a pitch that favours both batsmen and bowlers, offering balanced opportunities. However, chasing targets may prove tricky as the pitch could deteriorate and slow down as the match progresses.
Today’s Match Prediction: Final Thoughts
After a deep analysis of previous results and performances, Mumbai Indians appear to have a favourable advantage in the upcoming encounter against Punjab Kings and might take the desired points in the contest.