The 35th match of the Indian Premier League is upon us and it is the defending champions hosting the 5-times champions. Hardik Panya-led, Gujarat Titans come into this game with 4 wins in 6 games. While Rohit Sharma’s Mumbai Indians come into the clash with 3 wins and 3 losses in 6 games. Here is all you need to know about the GT vs MI face-off.
Gujarat Titans will be high on confidence as they snatched a victory from the jaws of defeat against Lucknow Super Giants. GT had scored only 135 runs in Lucknow and managed to defend their total and register a win by 7 runs. At home, Gujarat Titans have faired poorly, winning just 1 game out of the 3 they played there.
Mumbai Indians will be disappointed that their 3-match winning streak ended after a close defeat to Punjab Kings in Wankhede. MI went into the last 3 overs requiring 40 runs with Suryakumar Yadav batting beautifully at a strike rate of excess of 200. Arshdeep Singh starred with the bowl for PBKS in the death overs as he gave away only 11 runs in 2 overs and took 3 wickets. Mumbai Indians away from home have won 2 out of the 3 games.
GT vs MI Match Details
Gujarat Titans vs Mumbai Indians, Match 35, IPL 2023
Venue:
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Date & Time:
Tuesday, April 25, 7:30 PM
GT vs MI Pitch Report
The Narendra Modi Stadium’s pitch is evenly distributed. Initially, it is anticipated that the pacers will prevail; however, as the game progresses, spinners are likely to enter the picture. On the surface, a total of more than 175 will be favourable.
GT vs MI Probable Playing XIs
Gujarat Titans (GT):
Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Shubman Gill, Hardik Pandya (c), Vijay Shankar, Abhinav Manohar, David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Mohammed Shami, Noor Ahmad, Mohit Sharma
Mumbai Indians (MI):
Rohit Sharma (c), Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, Tim David, Cameron Green, Nehal Wadhera, Arjun Tendulkar, Piyush Chawla, Jason Behrendorff, Hrithik Shokeen
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GT vs MI Probable Best Performers
Probable Best Batter
Suryakumar Yadav:
Surkumar Yadav finally found some form in MI’s previous encounter. The Mumbai-born destructive middle-order batter displayed his class with his knock of 57 runs in 26 balls. When he gets in form there is rarely anyone who can match his talent and speed in the shortest format.
Probable Best Bowler
Mohit Sharma:
The Purple Cap winner from 2014 is back after a hiatus from the IPL. He joined the Gujarat Titans last year as a net bowler, but this year he is probably one of their most trusted bowler at death. His form has been so great that his economy has been less than 5 runs per over. He has even won two Man of the Match awards for his franchise.
Match Prediction: Mumbai Indians to win the match
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.
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