Today, on March 31, 2025, the 12th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will be played between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the historic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The match will start at 7:30 PM IST and promises an exciting evening for cricket fans. Both teams are set to strengthen their position this season, with Mumbai looking for a win in their first home match, while KKR will want to maintain their winning streak.
Mumbai Indians’ challenge
Mumbai Indians’ performance in IPL 2025 so far has been disappointing. The team has finished at the bottom of the points table after losing both its opening matches. Led by captain Hardik Pandya, MI will be hoping for their first win in front of their home crowd. The team is expecting big innings from batsmen like Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Verma, while eyes will also be on the bowling of Trent Boult and Vignesh Puthur. MI’s excellent record (9-2) against KKR at Wankhede may give them confidence, but in recent years KKR has given a tough fight to MI.
KKR’s confidence
On the other hand, defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders have made a great comeback after the defeat at the beginning of the season. KKR demonstrated their strength by registering an 8-wicket win against Rajasthan Royals. The form of Quinton de Kock (97*) and the spin duo of Varun Chakraborty and Moeen Ali can pose a threat to MI. The team has become stronger with the return of Sunil Narine. Captain Ajinkya Rahane’s strategy and the enthusiasm of young talent can give KKR an edge in this match.
Pitch and weather conditions
The Wankhede Stadium pitch is usually considered a batsman’s paradise, where scoring runs is easy due to the fast outfield and short boundaries. The weather is expected to be clear today, with temperatures ranging between 30-32 degrees Celsius and little chance of rain. This condition points to a high-scoring match.
Where to watch live?
This MI vs KKR match will be broadcast live on Star Sports Network, while online streaming will be available on Jio Hotstar. Fans can enjoy this exciting game on their mobile, tablet or TV.
What will be today’s result?
MI would like to make a comeback on their home ground, but KKR’s current form could give them a tough challenge. Will Hardik Pandya’s team be able to get the first win, or will KKR register another win at Wankhede? Wait till tonight to find out and enjoy this great match.
