It is a playoff last-spot battle between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals, with the equation razor-sharp, but the threat of rain looms large. (Streaming)
If Mumbai beat Delhi at the Wankhede on May 21, they바카라™ll move to 16 points and seal a place in the top four, even before facing Punjab Kings in their final league game. That result would knock Delhi out, as even a win in their last game would only take them to 15.
But if Delhi defeat Mumbai, they jump to 15 while Mumbai stay on 14, pushing the playoff fight into the final round. Delhi would then need to beat Punjab Kings in Jaipur on May 24 to qualify with 17 points and shut the door on Mumbai, who can only reach 16.
However, if Delhi get the better of Mumbai but then slip up against Punjab Kings, they바카라™ll finish on 15 points, leaving the door open for Mumbai to qualify. In that case, Mumbai would need to beat Punjab in Jaipur on May 26 to reach 16 points and edge past Delhi into the playoffs.
So, the battle for the final playoff spot could be settled as early as May 21 or dragged out till May 26. But even if that race wraps up soon, the fight for a top-two finish, and the advantage of two cracks at the final, is set to go down to the wire in the closing stages of the league.
This is a crucial match. Check out the key player battles to watch out for HERE.
IPL 2025 Playoffs Scenario: What If Rain Abandons MI vs Delhi Capitals Clash?
A rain-affected MI vs DC match would boost Mumbai Indians바카라™ playoff chances.
Currently one point ahead, Mumbai and Delhi would each earn a point if the game is washed out, moving Mumbai to 15 and Delhi to 14 points. Both teams face Punjab Kings, already qualified, in their final games. If MI then beat PBKS, Delhi would be knocked out regardless of their own result against Punjab.
The only way Delhi Capitals can finish in the top four if their match against Mumbai Indians is washed out is if Mumbai loses their final game against Punjab Kings. Therefore, Delhi will be hoping for a favorable outcome in the MI match, even if weather forces a shortened game.
Mumbai Indians Vs Delhi Capitals: Weather Report
Check the full weather report HERE.
A yellow alert is in effect for the next four days. According to AccuWeather, there바카라™s an 80% chance of rain, with around 1.5 hours of rainfall expected overall. While the chance of rain drops to 25% at night, the weather remains unpredictable, making it difficult to provide a definitive forecast.
