In a high-stakes IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 match between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on June 1, Marcus Stoinis delivered a pivotal moment early in the game. The Australian all-rounder dismissed MI's seasoned opener, Rohit Sharma, in the third over, igniting a passionate celebration that underscored the intensity of the playoff encounter.
Rohit Sharma, known for his explosive starts, managed to score 8 runs off 7 balls before attempting a pull shot that found the fielder at deep square leg. Stoinis' delivery, strategically placed, led to Rohit's mistimed shot, resulting in a crucial early wicket for PBKS.
Following the dismissal, Stoinis erupted in a spirited celebration, pumping his fists and roaring in triumph. His animated response reflected the significance of the wicket and the momentum it provided to PBKS in this knockout fixture.
Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer wins toss and opts to field first
The toss at the gigantic Narendra Modi Stadium went in favour of Punjab Kings and Shreyas Iyer opted to bowl first against Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 clash, citing overcast conditions at the venue. Both Punjab and Mumbai have confirmed one changes each, with the former bringing in Yuzvendra Chahal for Musheer Khan. Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians have drafted in Reece Topley for the injured Richard Gleeson.
Punjab Kings (Playing XI): Priyansh Arya, Josh Inglis(w), Shreyas Iyer(c), Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Shashank Singh, Azmatullah Omarzai, Kyle Jamieson, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal.
Mumbai Indians (Playing XI): Rohit Sharma, Jonny Bairstow(w), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya(c), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Raj Bawa, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, Reece Topley.
