The eagerly awaited Qualifier 2 IPL 2025, where Mumbai Indians (MI) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) face each other, is to be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. While both teams are preparing for this high-stakes knockout match, fans are asking what if rain comes in the way?
MI vs PBKS Weather Forecast for Qualifier 2
The good news for the fans is that the Ahmedabad weather is expected to stay clear on the evening of Qualifier 2. As per Accuweather, there are zero chances of rain at the moment of toss, which is held at 7 PM IST. The temperature will be around 36°C, slowly decreasing as the evening gets on. In spite of occasional rain on Saturday that interrupted Punjab Kings’ practice, conditions on matchday will be favorable.
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What If Qualifier 2 IPL 2025 Is Rained Out?
If rain comes in the way of or cancels the MI vs PBKS match, here’s what the IPL 2025 guidelines state:
There is no reserve day for Qualifier 2. The BCCI has also made arrangements for an extra hour of play in case of rain delays. If the match is washed out entirely, the team with a superior league stage rank will go to the final.
As Punjab Kings stood at the top of the IPL 2025 points table with 19 points, they will go to the final if the match is not completed.
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Why Was Qualifier 2 Moved to Ahmedabad?
Initially planned to be held elsewhere, the playoffs were shifted to Ahmedabad after India and Pakistan experienced military tensions, and this changed the IPL 2025 fixture plan and playoff grounds. The first two playoff games were played in Mullanpur, while the rest of the matches, Qualifier 2 and the final, are now planned for the Narendra Modi Stadium.
Punjab Kings Target First Final Since 2014
The Punjab Kings are looking to enter the IPL final for the first time since 2014, riding high on momentum after defeating Royal Challengers Bangalore in Qualifier 1. On the other hand, Mumbai Indians are chasing their sixth IPL title, after beating Gujarat Titans in Eliminator 1.
Only the Final Has a Reserve Day
Let us remind ourselves that only the final of the IPL 2025 has a reserve day. This choice is made to have room for flexibility in the event of bad weather during the final, but not during Qualifier 2.
If rain stops Qualifier 2: MI vs PBKS, Punjab Kings will advance to the IPL 2025 final by being at the league table. But with a bright weather prediction, supporters can look forward to an electrifying encounter between two of the tournament’s best sides.
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