The ninth match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will be played today, March 29, 2025, between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Both teams are looking for their first win of the campaign, as both have suffered defeats in their opening matches. The encounter is not only expected to be exciting but also brings a golden opportunity for both teams to strengthen their position in the tournament.
Match Time and Venue
Date: 29 March 2025, Saturday
Time: 7:30 PM IST (Toss 7:00 PM)
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Live telecast: Star Sports Network (TV), Jio Hotstar (Online Streaming)
Performance of both teams so far
Gujarat Titans scored a mammoth score of 232 runs against Punjab Kings in their first match, but despite brilliant batting, they lost by 11 runs. Captain Shubman Gill and Sai Sudarshan scored half-centuries, but Mohammed Siraj’s failure in bowling (54 runs in 4 overs) became a cause of concern for the team. On the other hand, Mumbai Indians had to face defeat by 4 wickets against Chennai Super Kings in their first match. Captain Hardik Pandya could not play in that match due to suspension, the effect of which was clearly visible on the balance of the team.
Hardik Pandya’s return
The biggest news in this match for Mumbai Indians is the return of captain Hardik Pandya. He was banned for one match last season due to slow over rate, but now he is ready to lead the team. Hardik’s all-round performance can prove to be a game-changer for Mumbai. However, it will be interesting to see how he will be welcomed in Ahmedabad, as he faced the wrath of the audience as the captain of MI against Gujarat Titans last season.
Pitch and weather report
The pitch of Narendra Modi Stadium is considered a batting paradise. In the first match here, Punjab Kings (243) and Gujarat Titans (232) together scored 475 runs, which shows the possibility of a high-scoring match on this ground. Talking about the weather, the weather is expected to be clear in Ahmedabad on Saturday evening, making it possible to play the full 40 overs without any interruption.
Head-to-head statistics
5 matches have been played between Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians in IPL so far, in which GT has won 3 and MI has won 2. The special thing is that Gujarat has defeated Mumbai in all 3 matches played in Ahmedabad, including the 2023 Qualifier 2. This figure can give GT a psychological edge.
Probable Playing XI
Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill (captain), Jos Buttler (wicketkeeper), Sai Sudarshan, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Sherfane Rutherford, Rashid Khan, R Sai Kishore, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna.
Mumbai Indians: Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton (wicketkeeper), Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Verma, Hardik Pandya (captain), Naman Dheer, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah.
Key players to watch out for
Shubman Gill (GT): His batting as captain will be an indicator of the team’s performance.
Hardik Pandya (MI): His return will give balance and confidence to MI.
Rashid Khan (GT): His spin bowling can pose a challenge to Mumbai’s strong batting.
Jasprit Bumrah (MI): His accuracy in the death overs can prevent GT from scoring big.
Expert Prediction
Cricket experts believe that this match can be high-scoring, but Gujarat’s home record and the presence of Rashid Khan puts them slightly ahead. However, the presence of Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah also makes Mumbai a strong contender.
Conclusion
This match is very important for both the teams. Gujarat Titans will want to maintain their unbeaten record at home, while Mumbai Indians will want to go on the path of their first win under the leadership of Hardik Pandya. Fans are expecting an exciting and close contest. You can watch this match live on Star Sports Network or Jio Hotstar.
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