India is full of cricketers and cricket fans! People in India celebrate Cricket as a festival which is clearly shown in each tournament. Be it a world-cup match, ICC Tournament, International Series, or IPL. One of the exciting or thrilling IPL matches which fans are eagerly waiting for is Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings. Both the teams have a huge history against each other.
In this article, we will take a look at the timeline of Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings matches, along with their records and other top-notch historic timeline details.
Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings Timeline
Both the teams have faced off each other many times and settled the bars high. Here is the Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings Timeline:
2008-2010: The Early Face-offs
In the first season of the IPL in 2008, the Mumbai Indians consisted of some big players names like Sachin Tendulkar, Sanath Jayasuriya, and Harbhajan Singh, while Kings XI Punjab had their own star players like Yuvraj Singh, Brett Lee, and Kumar Sangakkara.
Their first encounter took place at Mohali, where Punjab edged out Mumbai. Yuvraj’s team looked more balanced at the time, and Punjab had a better season overall.
In 2009 and 2010, as the IPL grew, both teams shared wins and losses. The rivalry was not deeply talked about in these early years, but seeds were being sown.
2011-2013: Mumbai’s Rise, Punjab’s Inconsistency
By 2011, Mumbai Indians had transformed into a serious title contender. The addition of Rohit Sharma added new depth to their batting. Lasith Malinga was also at his peak at that time, bowling accurate yorkers. However Punjab still struggled to make their strong presence in that season. In this phase, Mumbai often got the better of Punjab. Matches were competitive, but the results tilted in Mumbai’s favor more often than not. Sachin Tendulkar continued to be a solid presence, while players like Kieron Pollard and Ambati Rayudu played crucial roles.
However, in 2013 Mumbai finally lifted their maiden IPL trophy after a long duration of 5 years under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma. Punjab, unfortunately, could not even make it to the playoffs that season.
2014: The Rise of Punjab Kings
The 7th season of IPL, 2014 was Punjab’s golden season. The team, under the leadership of George Bailey, performed well, with some star players like Glenn Maxwell and David Miller. This resulted in Punjab to the final, however they lost to KKR in the final match.
During this season, PBKS defeated MI in both league matches. Though MI did not qualify for playoffs that year.
2015 – 2017: MI Dominates, PBKS Rebuilds
Again in 2015, Mumbai Indians made a strong comeback and won their second IPL Trophy. Punjab, on the other hand, struggled immensely to maintain consistency.
During 2016 and 2017, Mumbai won many important matches against Punjab and looked like a strong team. Rohit Sharma continued to lead from the front, and bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah and Mitchell McClenaghan kept things tight in the death overs.
2018 – 2020: Thrilling and Close Matches
During that period, PBKS started fighting back with young Indian stars like KL Rahul, who joined Punjab in 2018. His batting against MI was exceptional, and some of the closest matches happened during this time.
- 2019: KL Rahul scored a hundred against Mumbai in the IPL but Mumbai’s team chased the target with brilliant performances from Pollard and Hardik Pandya.
- 2020 (UAE Edition): One of the most memorable clashes between MI and PBKS took place in Dubai when both teams tied the match and it went into a second Super Over which was a first in IPL history. Mohammed Shami bowled a dream over, defending 5 runs, and then PBKS chased down the second Super Over target to win a dramatic match. This game became an instant classic.
2021 – 2023: A Balanced Rivalry
MI and PBKSs rivalry became fairly even during these years. Mumbai Indians still have many star players who started to exhibit signs of abnormalities. The PBKS continued to fight under KL Rahul and then Shikhar Dhawan.
- 2021: Each team won a single game. On the other hand Arshdeep Singhs bowling against MI won over his fans.
- 2022: Punjab Kings won several close encounters in 2022 and 2023 through key players like Shahrukh Khan, Liam Livingstone and Sam Curran. In the meantime Mumbai started providing young talent like Nehal Wadhera Dewald Brevis and Tilak Varma with opportunities.
Mumbai struggled to be on priority to Punjab Kings during this phase after winning five titles. Momentum swung either way making the matches unpredictable.
2024 – 2025: New Leaders, Same Fire
By 2024, big opportunities happened in both teams. Mumbai Indians brought back Hardik Pandya after a change with Gujarat Titans and selected him as captain. Punjab also bought Shreyas Iyer from Kolkata Knight Riders for the 2024 IPL tournament and selected him as captain and then continued to include many young talents.
- 2024: MI won the first match easily at Wankhede, which was all because of their star players like Suryakumar Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah. Moreover, PBKS bounced back in the return leg, with Prabhsimran Singh playing an amazing knock.
- 2025: As of the latest season, MI and PBKS have already played once, in which MI won the match by 8 wickets. The return leg is on hold and their fans hope to be yet another exciting contest.
Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings Head-to-Head Matches
| Category | Mumbai Indians | Punjab Kings |
| Total Matches Played | 32 | 32 |
| Matches Won | 17 | 15 |
| Most Wins in a Season | 2 | 2 |
| Highest Team Score | 223/6 (2023) | 230/3 (2023) |
| Lowest Team Score | 87 (2011) | 119 (2021) |
| Leading Run Scorer | Rohit Sharma | KL Rahul |
| Leading Wicket Taker | Jasprit Bumrah | Arshdeep Singh |
| Last 5 Encounters | 2 Wins | 3 Wins |
| Most Recent Match | Loss | Won |
Venues: MI vs PBKS Matches Played
Over the past few seasons, MI and PBKS have had matches at various IPL venues. Below is a quick look at some common grounds where their matches held:
| Venue | Matches Played | Most Wins |
| Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 9 | MI |
| PCA Stadium, Mohali | 8 | PBKS |
| Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai | 3 | MI |
| DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai | 3 | PBKS |
| Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi (UAE) | 2 | MI |
| Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 2 | Split 1-1 |
| Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 1 | PBKS |
Iconic Matches Between MI and PBKS
Here are few points that stand out in their rivalry:
1. 2015 Rohit’s Classic Innings – Rohit Sharma played a match-winning knock at Wankhede to silence PBKS.
2. 2019 KL Rahul Century – Despite KL Rahul’s hundred, MI chased the target with Pollard’s powerful finish.
3. 2020 Super Over Match (Dubai) – A double Super Over thriller where PBKS became victorious.
4. 2022 Arshdeep’s Magical Spell – The left-armer defended 15 runs in the final over to win it for Punjab.
Conclusion
The Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings rivalry might not be the most hyped like MI vs CSK, but it has produced some of the most nail-biting matches in IPL history. Whether it’s a Super Over thriller, a high-scoring chase, or an unexpected collapse, this rivalry has something for every cricket fan.
The difference in style makes this rivalry refreshing and exciting every time they face off as Mumbai brings their 6 Trophies, and legacy. On the other hand, Punjab always brings unpredictability, aggression, and passion. Just like this year, Punjab Kings team defended the lowest total in Mullanpur Stadium.
With both teams constantly evolving and nurturing young talent, this battle is only set to get more exciting in the coming years. No matter who wins, fans always win when MI faces PBKS!
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