KXIP vs. MI Prediction - Kings XI Punjab vs. Mumbai Indians Preview & Betting Tips

The ex-champions Mumbai Indians gathered two valuable points in their 11^th game and stand at the sixth spot at the moment. Kings XI Punjab continued their dominance by winning their ninth match and are on top of the table with 18 points. They will try to strengthen their superiority by clinching another encounter whereas MI will go for another win.

Players to watch

Manan Vohra and Akshar Patel played match winning innings for KXIP in their previous game while Glenn Maxwell and David Miller are their batting assets. Sandeep Sharma along with Beuran Hendricks grabbed three wickets each vs. Delhi Daredevils whereas Rishi Dhawan is improving with his bowling.

Michael Hussey tasted his maiden fifty of the season for MI while Lendl Simmons and Rohit Sharma played match winning knocks against Rajasthan Royals. Ambati Rayudu is a fine batsman while the absence of Lasith Malinga will be felt badly. Their bowling will revolve around Harbhajan Singh, Pragyan Ojha and Shreyas Gopal.

Time & Venue

Wednesday, May 21, 2014 @ 14:30 GMT, 20:00 local at Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali, Chandigarh

Weather

A sunny day with temperatures around 23-38ᵒC

Toss

The winner will field

The Pitch

Comfortable for batting

Teams

Kings XI Punjab – George Bailey (C), Virender Sehwag, Manan Vohra, Glenn Maxwell, David Miller, Wriddhiman Saha, Beuran Hendricks, Akshar Patel, Shivam Sharma, Rishi Dhawan, Sandeep Sharma.

Mumbai Indians – Rohit Sharma (C), Lendl Simmons, Michael Hussey, Ambati Rayudu, Kieron Pollard, Aditya Tare, Harbhajan Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Pragyan Ojha, Krishmar Santokie, Shreyas Gopal.

Prediction

KXIP will triumph in the game