Match Overview
The 12th match of IPL 2025 is set to witness an intense battle between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Monday, March 31, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST.
Mumbai Indians, the five-time IPL champions, have struggled so far, suffering two consecutive defeats against CSK and GT. The team currently holds the ninth position in the points table with a negative NRR of 1.163.
On the other hand, Kolkata Knight Riders started their campaign with a loss but bounced back strongly with a victory in their previous game. KKR currently sits at seventh place in the points tally, with two points and an NRR of -0.308.
MI vs KKR Match Details
- Match: Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2025 Match 12
- Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
- Date & Time: Monday, March 31, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST
- Live Streaming: Star Sports Network & JioCinema
Wankhede Stadium Pitch Report
The Wankhede Stadium is well known for its batting-friendly pitch, short boundaries, and high-scoring games. The surface remains consistent throughout the match, making it favorable for stroke play. However, dew in the latter half may influence the game, giving an advantage to the team batting second.
- Best Strategy: The team winning the toss is likely to bowl first.
- Average 1st Innings Score: 190-200 runs
- Chasing Success Rate: High
Head-to-Head Record: MI vs KKR
- Total Matches Played: 34
- Mumbai Indians Wins: 23
- Kolkata Knight Riders Wins: 11
- First-ever Fixture: April 29, 2008
- Most Recent Fixture: May 11, 2024
MI vs KKR Predicted Playing XIs
Mumbai Indians (MI)
- Rohit Sharma
- Ryan Rickelton (wk)
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Tilak Varma
- Hardik Pandya (c)
- Naman Dhir
- Mitchell Santner
- Deepak Chahar
- Trent Boult
- Mujeeb Ur Rahman
- Satyanarayana Raju
Impact Player: Robin Minz
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
- Quinton de Kock (wk)
- Sunil Narine
- Venkatesh Iyer
- Ajinkya Rahane (c)
- Rinku Singh
- Andre Russell
- Ramandeep Singh
- Spencer Johnson
- Vaibhav Arora
- Harshit Rana
- Varun Chakaravarthy
Impact Player: Angkrish Raghuvanshi
Key Players to Watch Out For
Probable Best Batter: Tilak Varma (MI)
Tilak Varma has shown promise in the first two matches, scoring 70 runs in two innings but failing to convert his starts into big scores. Playing at home, he will be eager to make a significant impact and help his team bounce back.
Probable Best Bowler: Varun Chakaravarthy (KKR)
KKR’s mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy has taken three wickets in two games. His variations can trouble the MI batting lineup, making him a key player in the bowling attack.
MI vs KKR Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s IPL Match?
Considering the pitch conditions and form of the teams, the match is expected to be a high-scoring thriller. The team that bowls first will likely have the advantage due to the dew factor in the second innings.
Scenario 1: If MI Wins the Toss and Bowls First
- KKR’s Powerplay Score: 65-75
- KKR’s Total Score: 190-200
- MI’s Predicted Outcome: Mumbai Indians win the match
Scenario 2: If KKR Wins the Toss and Bowls First
- MI’s Powerplay Score: 60-70
- MI’s Total Score: 200-210
- KKR’s Predicted Outcome: Kolkata Knight Riders win the match
Final Prediction: The team bowling first is likely to win the match.
Conclusion
With Mumbai Indians looking to break their losing streak and Kolkata Knight Riders aiming for consistency, this clash at Wankhede Stadium promises to be an exciting contest. The toss could play a crucial role in deciding the winner. Stay tuned for a thrilling encounter in IPL 2025 Match 12!