Gujarat Titans vs Mumbai Indians: IPL 2025 Eliminator Preview

The IPL 2025 Eliminator is set to feature Gujarat Titans against Mumbai Indians at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium. Both teams are looking to bounce back after recent defeats, with GT missing key player Jos Buttler. This article covers match details, team previews, head-to-head statistics, and insights on pitch and weather conditions, providing a comprehensive look at what to expect in this crucial encounter.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 30, 2025, 14:43 IST

Gujarat Titans Set to Face Mumbai Indians in IPL 2025 Eliminator

The Eliminator of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will see Gujarat Titans (GT) take on Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh.

Both teams are coming off defeats in their previous league matches, with GT falling to CSK and MI losing to PBKS.

Match Details for GT vs MI Eliminator

Match: Gujarat Titans vs Mumbai Indians, Eliminator, IPL 2025

Date: Friday, May 30, 2025

Time: 7:30 PM IST

Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network & JioCinema

Head-to-Head Statistics: GT vs MI

GT vs MI Head-to-Head Stats
Total Matches	6
Won by Gujarat Titans	4
Won by Mumbai Indians	2
Tied/NR	0
Last 5 Matches Result	GT: 3, MI: 2

In their six encounters in IPL history, Gujarat Titans have triumphed four times, including their last three meetings, with the most recent match ending in a three-wicket victory for GT.

Team Preview for the Eliminator

Gujarat Titans (GT)

GT will look to build on their previous successes against MI, having defeated them twice during the league phase. However, they have slipped to third place after two consecutive losses, and the absence of Jos Buttler due to international duty poses a challenge. The team's bowling strength has diminished, particularly with Mohammed Siraj's recent form and Rashid Khan's underperformance. A strong showing from their bowlers will be crucial in this match.

Key Players for GT: Shubman Gill, Sai Kishore, Sai Sudharsan

Mumbai Indians (MI)

MI has struggled against the top three teams in IPL 2025, entering the Eliminator after a loss to PBKS. They need to regroup quickly, with Jonny Bairstow stepping in for Ryan Rickleton and either Charith Asalanka or Bevon Jacobs replacing Will Jacks in the lineup.

Key Players for MI: Hardik Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav

Probable Playing XI for GT vs MI Eliminator

GT Expected XI: Shubman Gill (capt), B Sai Sudharsan, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, M Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Gerald Coetzee, R Sai Kishore, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna

Impact Subs: Arshad Khan

MI Expected XI: Rohit Sharma, Jonny Bairstow, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, Naman Dhir, Charith Asalanka, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult

Impact Subs: Robin Minz, Satyanarayana Raju

Pitch and Weather Insights for GT vs MI Eliminator

Pitch Report

The pitch is expected to favor batsmen, maintaining consistency throughout the match. However, spinners may find assistance due to the dry surface, which could lead to significant turn.

Weather Report

The weather on Friday is anticipated to be mostly cloudy, with no rain expected. Temperatures are likely to reach around 38°C, accompanied by humidity levels of approximately 19%.

Conclusion

Both teams are eager to secure a victory to advance to Qualifier 2. With Jos Buttler unavailable for GT, MI may hold a slight advantage. However, their success will largely depend on the performance of their bowlers.