Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad will face each other in a high-pressure encounter at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, with both teams looking to revive their IPL 2025 seasons. Wankhede, famous for its batting-friendly pitch, is expected to provide another run-fest show, particularly with Sunrisers Hyderabad high on confidence after pulling off a record 245-run chase against Punjab Kings—driven by a blistering century by Abhishek Sharma.
MI Vs SRH: Pitch Report
The Wankhede pitch has a reputation for being the batters’ paradise, and the match on Thursday is likely to be no different. The pitch should be providing good bounce and pace in the initial stages, ensuring strokeplay is simple, particularly in the night conditions. With so many big-hitters in both teams, the crowd can look forward to an explosion of boundaries and sixes.
MI Vs SRH: Toss Strategy
With the effect of dew later in the night, the better approach would be to win the toss and bowl first. Chasing is much easier at Wankhede under lights, and both captains would rather have a target in front of them than setting one.
MI Vs SRH: Weather Forecast
According to the prediction by Accuweather, the weather during the match will be warm and humid. The temperature will be around 35 degrees Celsius at its peak and about 27 degrees Celsius as the game goes on. There can be some cloudiness in the evening, but rain will not affect the match.
Daisy Mehta
Apr 17, 2025 08:00