MI vs PBKS match summary last night: PBKS continued their strong run in IPL 2026 with a dominant win over MI, chasing down 196 in just 16.3 overs. They finished at 198 for 3 and won the match by 7 wickets with 21 balls left.
MI posted 195 for 6, mainly thanks to Quinton de Kock, who scored a brilliant 112 off 60 balls on his return to the team. Naman Dhir also supported well with 50 off 31, but the rest of the batting did not contribute much, which kept the total within reach.
PBKS made the chase look easy. Prabhsimran Singh played a key role with an unbeaten 80 off 39 balls, while Shreyas Iyer scored 66 off 35. Both batters kept the scoring rate high and did not allow MI to build any pressure.
With the ball, Arshdeep Singh delivered an important performance, picking up 3 for 22. He used the new ball well and also controlled the scoring later in the innings.
This win keeps PBKS unbeaten in the season so far and takes them to the top of the table. MI’s struggles continue as they suffer their fourth straight loss.
MI vs PBKS Match Summary: MI vs PBKS Scorecard
MI vs PBKS Scorecard: Punjab Kings chased down 196 comfortably and beat Mumbai Indians by 7 wickets with 21 balls left. They finished at 198 for 3 in just 16.3 overs.
Mumbai Indians scored 195 for 6 in their 20 overs. Quinton de Kock was the standout with an unbeaten 112 off 60 balls. For PBKS, Arshdeep Singh was the pick of the bowlers with 3 for 22.
In the chase, Prabhsimran Singh led the way with a strong unbeaten 80 off 39 balls. MI tried to fight back with Allah Ghazanfar taking 2 wickets.
Arshdeep Singh was named Player of the Match for his impactful spell that helped restrict MI and set up the chase.
| Mumbai Indias vs Punjab Kings | |
|---|---|
| LSG 195/6 (20 overs) | RCB 198/3 (16.3) |
| PBKS won by 7 wickets (21 balls left)T20 24 of 70 | |
| Mumbai Indians 195/6 (20) | |
| Quinton de Kock – 112* (60) | Arshdeep Singh – 3/22 |
| MNaman Dhir – 50 (31) | Shshank Singh – 1/19 |
| Hardik Pandya – 14 (12) | Marco Jansen – 1/30 |
| Punjab Kings 198/3 (16.3) | |
| Prabhsimran Singh – 80* (39) | Allah Ghazanfar – 2/31 |
| Shreyas Iyer – 66 (35) | Shardul Thakur – 1/42 |
| Cooper Connolly – 17 (12) | Hardik Pandya – 0/39 |
| Player of the Match | Arshdeep Singh (RCB) |
Key Takeaways from the MI vs PBKS Match
MI got off to a strong start because of Quinton de Kock and Naman Dhir. De Kock looked in control from the first ball and kept attacking, while Dhir supported him well. They took MI to a solid position at 125 for 2 in 12 overs, and it looked like a 200-plus total was coming. But PBKS pulled things back well in the final overs.
PBKS also had some moments in the field. There were a few missed chances early, but they made up for it later with a brilliant relay catch to dismiss Hardik Pandya.
Prabhsimran did most of his damage after the powerplay, scoring quickly against both pace and spin. He reached his fifty in just 23 balls and never slowed down. Iyer also kept the pressure on with clean hitting, and a key six off Jasprit Bumrah.
Effect on the IPL 2026 Points Table
PBKS moved to the top of the table after this win, with 9 points from 5 matches. They are still unbeaten in completed games and now have a strong net run rate of +1.067, which keeps them ahead of the rest.
MI are in 9th place with just 2 points from 5 matches and a poor net run rate of -1.076. KKR remain at the bottom with only 1 point from 5 matches and the worst net run rate.
| Rank | TEAM | Points | Wins | Losses | Points | NRR |
| 1 | PBKS | 5 | 4 | 0 | 9 | 1.067 |
| 2 | RCB | 5 | 4 | 1 | 8 | 1.503 |
| 3 | RR | 5 | 4 | 1 | 8 | 0.889 |
| 4 | SRH | 5 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 0.576 |
| 5 | DC | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0.322 |
| 6 | GT | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -0.029 |
| 7 | LSG | 5 | 2 | 3 | 4 | -0.804 |
| 8 | CSK | 5 | 2 | 3 | 4 | -0.846 |
| 9 | MI | 5 | 1 | 4 | 2 | -1.076 |
| 10 | KKR | 5 | 0 | 4 | 1 | -1.383 |
What Happens Next for Both Teams
Mumbai Indians now head into a very important phase of the season. Their next match is against Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad on April 20 at 7:30 PM. After that, they return home to face Chennai Super Kings on April 23. Then by another home game against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 29.
Punjab Kings, on the other hand, will look to continue their strong run. They play Lucknow Super Giants at home in Mullanpur on April 19 at 7:30 PM. Then they travel to Delhi to face Delhi Capitals on April 25, before coming back home to take on Rajasthan Royals on April 28.
FAQs
Q. Who won the MI vs PBKS match?
A. Punjab Kings won the match by 7 wickets against Mumbai Indians.
Q. Who were the top performers for PBKS?
A. Prabhsimran Singh scored 80* and Shreyas Iyer made 66.
Q. Who was Player of the Match?
A. Arshdeep Singh won Player of the Match for taking 3 wickets.
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