MI vs DC: Breakdown of IPL 2025 Playoff Scenarios With Rain Looming Large Over Wankhede. (Source: BCCI)
MI vs DC: Mumbai Indians will take on Delhi Capitals in what will be a virtual knockout match for both the teams with just one playoff spot up for grabs.
While Mumbai Indians sit on 14 points, Delhi Capitals have 13 points in their bag. However, with the match being held at the Wankhede stadium, it is the home side which starts as favourites.
Both teams will also have one eye on the sky as the game could be impacted by thunderstorm and rain as India Meteorological Department on Tuesday issued a forecast and warning for Mumbai and surrounding areas.
"Thunderstorm accompanied with lightning, heavy rainfall and gutsy winds (50-60) at isolated places," the IMD said.
In case of a washout, the teams will share a point each.
MI vs DC: IPL 2025 Playoffs Scenario
Mumbai Indians (MI)
If MI can win both their remaining matches against DC and PBKS: They qualify directly with 18 points.
If MI beat DC but lose to PBKS: They will qualify because DC will not be able to cross more than 15 points.
If MI lose to DC but beat PBKS: Then it becomes interesting since then they will rely on Delhi to lose their final game to PBKS and qualify with 16 points.
If MI lose both their matches: Then they will be out.
Delhi Capitals (DC)
If DC win both matches (vs MI, vs PBKS): They will reach 17 points and qualify.
If DC beat MI but lose to PBKS: Then they will bank on PBKS to beat MI.
If DC vs MI tonight: They will be eliminated, even if they win their final game.
