In a pivotal IPL 2025 encounter, the Mumbai Indians (MI) host the Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai today, May 21, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST. With both teams vying for the final playoff spot, this match serves as a virtual quarter-final.. Mumbai Indians The Mumbai Indians (MI), under the leadership of Hardik Pandya, are poised for a crucial encounter against the Delhi Capitals (DC) at their home ground, the Wankhede Stadium. With 14 points from 12 matches, a victory today would secure their spot in the playoffs. MI boasts a formidable lineup featuring seasoned players like Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Jasprit Bumrah, complemented by emerging talents such as Tilak Varma and Ryan Rickelton. Their strong net run rate of +1.156 provides an added advantage in the playoff race. The Wankhede pitch, known for its batting-friendly conditions, could further bolster MI's performance. However, they must remain cautious, as any slip-up could jeopardize their playoff aspirations. Delhi Capitas The Delhi Capitals, captained by Axar Patel, face a do-or-die situation in this match. Currently fifth on the points table with 13 points, a win is essential to keep their playoff hopes alive. DC's squad features a blend of experience and youth, with key players like Faf du Plessis, KL Rahul, and Mitchell Starc expected to play pivotal roles. The team has shown resilience throughout the season, but inconsistencies have plagued their campaign. A victory against MI would not only boost their morale but also enhance their chances of making it to the playoffs. However, they must overcome the challenge of playing at MI's fortress and counter the home team's momentum. MI vs CSK Match Details MI vs DC Match Details Venue Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai Date and Time9 21 May, 7:30 PM IST Live Broadcast Details Star Sports Live Streaming Details JioHotstar (app and website) Pitch Report The surface at Wankhede provides enough assistance to the batters. However, in the match against SRH, a slow track was preferred which won't be the case for the match against GT. The venue is expected to return to its batting-friendly nature and a high-scoring encounter is on the cards. Head-to-Head Record: MI vs GT H2H Records - MI vs DC in IPL Total Matches 36 Won by Mumbai Indians 20 Won by Delhi Capitals 16 Tied 0 No Result 0 Probable Playing XI Mumbai Indians: Will Jacks, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya (c), Naman Dhir, Corbin Bosch, Deepak Chahar, Tilak Varma, Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult, Karn Sharma. (Impact Subs: Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Raj Bawa, Robin Minz, Satyanarayana Raju, Rohit Sharma) Delhi Capitals: Faf du Plessis, Abhishek Porel, KL Rahul (wk), Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel (c), Mustafizur, Dushmantha Chameera, Kuldeep Yadav, Sameer Rizvi, T Natrajan, Vipraj Nigam (Impact Subs: Darshan Nalkande, Madhav Tiwari, Sediqullah Atal, Ashutosh Sharma, Tripurana Vijay, Donovan Ferreira) Toss Prediction Historical Toss-Winning Stats at the Venue In the last 5 IPL matches at this venue, the toss-winning teams have opted to bowl first in all five games. Advantages of Bowling First on This Pitch Out of last 87 IPL matches played at this venue, the batting first teams have registered 37 wins, while the fielding first sides have registered 50 victories. By looking at the recent toss history and stats at this venue, it will be fair to say that bowling first teams have more advantage as compared to batting first. Match Scenario Scenario 1 Toss Winner: Mumbai Indians (opts to bowl first) Power-Play Score: 55-65 DC Total: 195-210 Match Winner: Mumbai Indians Scenario 2 Toss Winner: Delhi Capitals (opts to bowl first) Power-Play Score: 55-65 MI Total: 195-210 Match Winner: Mumbai Indians Who will win the match between MI vs DC? Both Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals have lost their last matches, and they will look to change the momentum in this game. However, looking at the team combinations and players stats at this venue, we would reckon Mumbai Indians to win this match.