Mumbai Indians announced as winners of IPL 2025, Orange Cap and Purple cap prediction made by Michael Vaughan
Former England cricketer Michael Vaughan has made his prediction for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. The 18th edition of the tournament is all set to begin on Saturday (22nd March) with the clash between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Eden Gardens.
As per Michael Vaughan, Mumbai Indians will be winning the IPL 2025. The Hardik Pandya-led side is one of the strongest sides in the league. They have half of the Indian team in their squad and if they play to their potential, it's fair to say that no one can stop them from winning.
Mumbai Indians are the joint most successful franchise in the IPL. The Hardik Pandya-led side has won five titles under their belt and would be keen to win their sixth title. The likes of Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult will be holding the key for the team.
Mumbai Indians will be opening their campaign against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Sunday (23rd March). The match will be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. They would be keen to start the season on high and set the tone right from the start.
For the Orange Cap holder, Michael Vaughan backed Shubman Gill to lead the charts. Since the last few seasons, the right-hander has been the best batter in the league and has scored runs consistently for Gujarat Titans. He also has been in good form of late and would want to carry on that.
For Purple Cap, Michael Vaughan backed Varun Chakravarthy to pick the most wickets in the IPL 2025. The Kolkata Knight spinner has been doing a great job with the ball and played a major role for India in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. He would now want to carry on the same form and help the team defend the target.
Since the last few years, IPL has thrown different challenges for all the teams. The IPL 2025 is expected to offer the same and with all the teams having match winners, it promises to be an enthralling season.
Michael Vaughan makes his prediction for IPL 2025
Here are Michael Vaughan's predictions for IPL 2025
Winners - Mumbai Indians
Orange Cap - Shubman Gill
Purple Cap - Varun Chakravarthy