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Mumbai Indians (MI) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are set to clash in the 12th match of IPL 2025, coming off contrasting performances in their previous games. MI
Mumbai Indians (MI) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are set to clash in the 12th match of IPL 2025, coming off contrasting performances in their previous games. MI endured a tough 36-run defeat against Gujarat Titans (GT), struggling in both batting and bowling as GT dominated them in Ahmedabad.
On the other hand, KKR secured their first win of the season with a commanding performance against Rajasthan Royals (RR). They delivered a clinical bowling display to restrict RR to a modest total before comfortably chasing it down with eight wickets in hand.
Pitch & Weather Conditions
Wankhede Stadium traditionally offers assistance to fast bowlers early on, and this trend is expected to continue. However, as the ball gets older, batting conditions should improve, though pacers will still benefit from the extra bounce on red soil pitches. The team winning the toss may prefer to field first, with a competitive total likely around 200. The weather forecast predicts a temperature of approximately 32°C with partly cloudy skies.
Players to include in your fantasy X1
Rohit Sharma hasn’t been at his best in the first two matches, but with his vast experience playing in Mumbai, he will be eager to deliver against KKR.
At Wankhede Stadium, he has amassed 2,513 runs in 85 innings at an average of 34.90 and a strike rate of 137.32, including 17 fifties and a century.
Against Sunil Narine in T20s, Rohit has scored 189 runs off 177 balls at an average of 18.90 and a strike rate of 106.77 but has been dismissed 10 times. Last five scores of Rohit Sharma 8, 0, 9, 57, 92.
Tilak Varma has shown promise at Wankhede, scoring 335 runs in 15 innings at an average of 30.45 and a strike rate of 124.07. He has performed well against most KKR bowlers and will look to capitalize on familiar conditions. Previous scores: 39, 31, 24, 0, 18.
Trent Boult is expected to make an impact with the new ball, as Wankhede’s conditions often favor swing bowlers early on. He could be a key wicket-taker in the powerplay.
At Wankhede Stadium, Boult has taken 12 wickets in 11 innings at an average of 32.66 and a strike rate of 21.91. Boult vs Right-Handed Batters (RHBs) since 2024: 10 wickets, 27.50 average, 8.46 economy rate and against left handers : 7 wickets, 32.71 average, 8.23 economy rate in IPL. Last five figures: 1/34, 0/27, 2/9, 2/38, 1/43.
Ajinkya Rahane is well-versed with the conditions at Wankhede and will aim to capitalize on his experience to deliver a strong performance. At Wankhede Stadium, Rahane has accumulated 492 runs in 17 innings at an average of 30.75 at 128.12 strike rate including three fifties.
Rahane vs Deepak Chahar in T20s: 21 runs off 23 balls, 4 dismissals and vs Trent Boult in T20s: 35 runs off 36 balls, 11.66 average, 97.22 strike rate, 3 dismissals. His previous five scores: 18, 56, 37, 98, 84.
Captain & VC Options
Hardik Pandya is a strong all-round captaincy option for this game, contributing with both bat and ball.
Batting at Wankhede Stadium: 1044 runs in 50 innings with an average of 30.70 and 133.84 strike rate. Bowling at Wankhede Stadium: 42 wickets in 48 innings in IPL.
Bowling vs Right-Handed Batters since 2024: 10 wickets, 24.50 average, 10.14 economy rate whereas against left handers : 3 wickets, 57 average, 10.80 economy rate. His Recent Batting Scores and bowling figures are 11, 9, 53, 40, 7 & 2/29, 0/23, 0/11, 2/33, 1/6.
Sunil Narine remains a top captaincy pick, offering value with both bat and ball. Bowling at Wankhede Stadium: 15 wickets in 15 innings at an average of 25.80 and a strike rate of 23.26, including a four-wicket haul.
Bowling vs Right-Handed Batters: 12 wickets, 27.33 average, 7.05 economy rate against left handers : 6 wickets, 11.16 average, 5.36 economy rate in IPL since the year 2014. Recent Bowling Figures:and batting scores are 1/27, 1/34, 0/22, 2/20, 0/31 & 8, 0, 9, 57, & 92.
A natural stroke-maker, Suryakumar Yadav thrives on Wankhede’s pace-friendly pitch and is a key player for MI. Batting at Wankhede Stadium: 1495 runs in 49 innings at an average of 37.37 and a strike rate of 156.38, including two centuries and 11 fifties.
Batting vs Andre Russell in T20s: 50 runs off 27 balls, 12.50 average, 185.18 strike rate, 4 dismissals. His Recent Scores: 48, 29, 2, 0, 14.
Final Predictions
Despite their recent struggles, there’s always something special about Mumbai Indians when they play at Wankhede. While form and injuries have been a concern, the presence of match-winners like Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Tilak Varma, and Trent Boult keeps them in the fight.
The home advantage, combined with their resilience, makes MI a strong contender today. Backing them to bounce back, we predict a Mumbai Indians victory against KKR.
