Trent Boult's Struggles Against Punjab Kings Raise Concerns for Mumbai Indians
Excitement Builds for the Clash
The atmosphere is electric as the countdown begins for the much-anticipated match between the Mumbai Indians and the Punjab Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Fans are eager for the showdown, but there is a cloud of concern hanging over Mumbai regarding Trent Boult's past performances against the Punjab Kings in the IPL.
Boult's Performance Against Punjab Kings
Trent Boult has struggled to make a significant impact when facing the Punjab Kings. In his 17.1 overs bowled against them, he has only claimed one wicket, with a concerning economy rate of 10.83. His bowling average stands at 186.00, indicating the challenges he has faced, particularly against lower-order batsman Ravi Bishnoi, whom he dismissed back in 2020. Historically, the Punjab Kings have had the upper hand against him.
Head-to-Head Statistics: MI vs PBKS
| Statistic | Mumbai Indians (MI) | Punjab Kings (PBKS) |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 32 | 32 |
| Wins | 17 | 15 |
| Losses | 15 | 17 |
| No Result | 0 | 0 |
| Highest Score | 223 | 230 |
| Lowest Score | 87 | 119 |
Playing XI for Both Teams
Punjab Kings (Playing XI): Priyansh Arya, Josh Inglis(w), Shreyas Iyer(c), Marcus Stoinis, Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Azmatullah Omarzai, Kyle Jamieson, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal.
Mumbai Indians (Playing XI): Rohit Sharma, Jonny Bairstow(w), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya(c), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Raj Bawa, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, Reece Topley.