Who Will Win IPL 2025: The IPL 2025 playoffs are heating up, with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) securing their spot in the final. After losing by 8 wickets to RCB in Qualifier 1, Punjab Kings now face Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 on June 1, following Mumbai’s thrilling victory over Gujarat Titans in the Eliminator on May 30.
The winner of Qualifier 2 will meet RCB in the final on June 3 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
In this article, we share the results of these matches, analyze the teams’ performances, and predict who has the edge in the final. Let’s dive in.
Who Will Win IPL 2025? RCB’s Road to the Final
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have reached their first IPL final, brimming with confidence after a dominating victory in Qualifier 1. They are playing with immense confidence and are eager to claim their maiden title.
Mumbai Indians’ Eliminator Triumph
Mumbai Indians recently defeated Gujarat Titans in the Eliminator match and will face Punjab Kings in Qualifier 2. Their thrilling victory has boosted their momentum going into this crucial game.
Punjab Kings’ Second Chance
Punjab Kings topped the league with 21 points but lost in Qualifier 1, which was unfortunate. We can understand their disappointment, but they now have a chance to redeem themselves in Qualifier 2.
Qualifier 2 Prediction: Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings
The clash between the Mumbai Indians and the Punjab Kings in Qualifier 2 will be very tight. Punjab Kings’ spin bowling and form give them a slight advantage, but Mumbai Indians’ batting depth and confidence from the Eliminator make them more favorable.
This match is expected to be very close. Their head-to-head record shows 69 matches, with the most recent one decided by a tight net run rate of 1.156, making it a nail-biter.
Mumbai Indians are likely to win by 5 to 10 runs and advance to the final.
Final Preview: RCB vs Qualifier 2 Winner
The IPL 2025 final match will be played in Ahmedabad at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
The pitch here is quite batting-friendly, with an average first-innings score of 185.
Spinners like Chahal and Rashid Khan get opportunities to shine in the middle overs, and with small boundaries, big hits are easily achievable.
The weather on June 3 will be clear, with temperatures between 30°C and 35°C and no chance of rain.
Pitch and Conditions
The Ahmedabad pitch supports high scores, with spinners playing a key role in the middle overs.
Teams chasing have a slight advantage due to dew, making it a balanced contest.
Final Prediction
RCB’s balanced squad and Kohli’s form make them favorites. Mumbai Indians’ Suryakumar Yadav and Bumrah could challenge them in the final, but RCB’s recent chase of 102 runs in 10 overs shows their hunger.
They will put in every effort to win their first IPL 2025 title.
The Ahmedabad pitch also suits RCB’s aggressive batting, so RCB is likely to win the final by 15 to 20 runs or seven wickets, claiming their first IPL title. Their chances of winning are estimated at 60%.
