After MI defeated GT in Eliminator match of IPL 2025 on Friday, former India cricketer and ex-PBKS captain Shikhar Dhawan said, "For the finals, my support will be with Mumbai Indians". Dhawan stated, "Mumbai Indians team is playing really well...the way they've gained momentum is outstanding...they are a very strong and well-balanced team." MI will face PBKS in Qualifier 2.