The stage is set for a high-octane clash as Gujarat Titans (GT) lock horns with Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Eliminator of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. The match will be played at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh, on Friday, May 30, at 7:30 PM IST.
This is a do-or-die encounter, with the winner progressing to Qualifier 2 and the loser bowing out of the tournament.
Team Overviews
Gujarat Titans (GT)
The Titans are coming into this contest after two back-to-back losses, but they remain a formidable unit. Led by Shubman Gill, the Titans have a blend of youth and experience. Despite the recent setbacks, GT’s journey to the playoffs has been powered by some strong performances earlier in the season. Their impressive 5-2 head-to-head record against Mumbai Indians gives them an added psychological edge going into this match.
Mumbai Indians (MI)
After a shaky start to their campaign, the Hardik Pandya-led Mumbai Indians have made a resounding comeback. With a squad full of experienced campaigners and T20 specialists, MI know how to handle pressure in knockout fixtures. The five-time IPL champions have a legacy of delivering in crunch games, and their recent performances suggest they are peaking at the right time.
Head-to-Head Record
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Matches Played: 7
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GT Wins: 5
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MI Wins: 2
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First Fixture: May 6, 2022
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Most Recent Fixture: May 6, 2025
GT clearly hold the advantage in head-to-head battles, having dominated MI in most of their recent encounters.
Pitch Report – Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur
The pitch at Mullanpur offers a balanced surface. While teams usually prefer to bowl first in T20s, this venue allows for competitive totals. Batters who settle early can go big, but new batters may struggle to hit big shots straight away. Bowlers who hit the deck hard are likely to be more successful here.
Probable Playing XIs
Gujarat Titans (GT)
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Shubman Gill (Captain)
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Kusal Mendis (Wicketkeeper)
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Sherfane Rutherford
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Shahrukh Khan
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Rahul Tewatia
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Rashid Khan
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Arshad Khan
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Gerald Coetzee
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R. Sai Kishore
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Mohammed Siraj
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Prasidh Krishna
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Impact Player: Sai Sudharsan
Mumbai Indians (MI)
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Johny Bairstow (Wicketkeeper)
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Rohit Sharma
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Charith Asalanka
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Suryakumar Yadav
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Tilak Varma
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Hardik Pandya (Captain)
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Naman Dhir
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Mitchell Santner
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Deepak Chahar
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Trent Boult
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Jasprit Bumrah
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Impact Player: Karn Sharma
Key Players to Watch
Shubman Gill (GT)
The Gujarat captain has been a standout performer this season. His consistency at the top has been key to GT’s playoff qualification. A strong start from Gill will be crucial if Titans are to post or chase a big total.
Jasprit Bumrah (MI)
Arguably the best T20 bowler in the world right now, Bumrah has picked 17 wickets in his last 10 matches. His ability to deliver in powerplays and at the death makes him MI’s biggest weapon in this crunch encounter.
Match Scenarios and Predictions
Scenario 1: Gujarat Titans win the toss and bowl
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Powerplay Score (MI): 60-70
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Total Score (MI): 170-180
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Prediction: Gujarat Titans chase it down and win the match
Scenario 2: Mumbai Indians win the toss and bowl
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Powerplay Score (GT): 70-80
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Total Score (GT): 180-190
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Prediction: Mumbai Indians successfully chase the target and win the match
Match Prediction
This game promises to be a thrilling contest between two strong teams with contrasting form and styles. Gujarat Titans have had the better of MI historically, but Mumbai’s experience and momentum make them equally dangerous. Given the pitch behavior and the nature of Eliminator games, the team that bats first might have the edge, especially if they put a 180+ total on the board.
Prediction: Team batting first to win the match.
