Mumbai Indians Face Gujarat Titans in IPL 2025 Showdown
Match Overview
The 56th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will see the Mumbai Indians (MI) take on the Gujarat Titans (GT) at the renowned Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The match is scheduled for Tuesday at 07:30 PM IST.
Mumbai Indians' Current Form
Mumbai Indians (MI) are making a strong comeback in the 2025 IPL season, led by Hardik Pandya. After a disappointing last season where they finished last, MI has rallied to secure a position in the top four. Key players include Suryakumar Yadav, who has scored 475 runs, and Ryan Rickelton, contributing 334 runs. The bowling attack, featuring Trent Boult with 16 wickets and Jasprit Bumrah with 11, has been crucial in limiting opposing teams and achieving victories. MI aims to extend their winning streak against the tough Gujarat Titans.
Gujarat Titans' Dominance
Gujarat Titans (GT) have established themselves as a leading team in the 2025 IPL season, currently sitting atop the points table. Under Shubman Gill's captaincy, GT has demonstrated a well-rounded team effort. Sai Sudharsan has emerged as a key batsman, while Jos Buttler's experience adds depth to the lineup. The bowling unit, led by Rashid Khan, has consistently performed well, making GT a challenging opponent. As they prepare to face MI, GT will strive to maintain their top position and continue their impressive form in the tournament.
Match Details
| MI vs GT Match Details | |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Date and Time | 6 May, 7:30 PM IST |
| Live Broadcast | Star Sports |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar (app and website) |
Pitch Analysis
The pitch at Wankhede Stadium typically favors batsmen. Unlike the previous match against SRH, where a slower track was utilized, this game is expected to revert to a more batting-friendly surface, suggesting a high-scoring match.
Head-to-Head Statistics: MI vs GT
| H2H Records - MI vs GT in IPL | |
| Total Matches | 6 |
| Won by Mumbai Indians | 2 |
| Won by Gujarat Titans | 4 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
Expected Playing XI
- Mumbai Indians: Rohit Sharma, Will Jacks, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, Naman Dhir, Karn Sharma, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Ryan Rickelton, Hardik Pandya, Corbin Borch. (Impact Subs: Jasprit Bumrah, Raj Bawa, Reece Topley, Robin Minz, PSVN Raju)
- Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill (capt), B Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (wk), Shahrukh Khan, Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Mohammed Siraj, Gerald Coetzee, R Sai Kishore, Prasidh Krishna (Impact Subs: Ishant Sharma, Mahipal Lomror, Anuj Rawat, Arshad Khan, Sherfane Rutherford)
Toss Insights
Toss-Winning Trends at the Venue
In the last five IPL matches held here, the teams winning the toss have chosen to bowl first each time.
Benefits of Bowling First
Out of the last 86 IPL matches at this venue, teams batting first have won 37 times, while those bowling first have secured 49 victories. This indicates a clear advantage for teams opting to bowl first based on recent statistics.
Match Predictions
Scenario 1
Toss Winner: Mumbai Indians (chooses to bowl first)
Power-Play Score: 55-65
GT Total: 195-210
Match Winner: Mumbai Indians
Scenario 2
Toss Winner: Gujarat Titans (opts to bowl first)
Power-Play Score: 55-65
MI Total: 195-210
Match Winner: Mumbai Indians
Predicted Match Outcome
Both Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans are coming off victories in their previous matches, bringing momentum into this encounter. However, considering the team dynamics and player statistics at this venue, it is anticipated that the Mumbai Indians will emerge victorious in this match.