In a thrilling MI vs GT IPL 2025 Eliminator clash played in Mullanpur, Mumbai Indians (MI) beat Gujarat Titans (GT) by 20 runs to get one step closer to their record-breaking sixth IPL title. Scoring a huge total of 228/5, Mumbai’s bowlers kept their cool during the death overs to secure a thrilling victory, limiting Gujarat to 208/6 while chasing.
Pursuing 229, Gujarat Titans struggled at the outset as captain Shubman Gill was caught LBW for a mere 1 run by Trent Boult in the first over itself. Even after a blizzard, 80 off 49 by Sai Sudharsan, GT was unable to thrive in the end. The game reached its crescendo in the final 12 balls when MI’s bowling team tightened its noose.
How the Last Two Overs Changed Everything
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24 runs were required off the last over, and Rahul Tewatia was on the strike, but the bowlers of Mumbai had a well-laid plan. Richard Gleeson gave only 3 runs in the first three balls, after that Ashwini Kumar bowled the last three balls and got Shahrukh Khan out, winning an impressive match.
Mumbai Indians’ Dominant Batting Performance
Winning the coin toss and deciding to bat first on a flat pitch, MI made full use of it. Former captain Rohit Sharma took charge from the front with an exquisite 81 off 50 balls, and debutant Jonny Bairstow made 47 off 22. MI scored 79/0 in the powerplay, their highest powerplay score this season.
Rohit Sharma Makes the Most of Missed Chances
Gujarat Titans let slip three key catches, two of Rohit and one of Suryakumar Yadav. Rohit made them regret deeply, smashing on both pace and spin, even taking Rashid Khan on with a slog-swept six.
Explosive Finish by Surya, Tilak & Hardik
MI continued to push the pace in the middle and death overs. Suryakumar Yadav added 33 off 20, while Tilak Varma hammered 25 off 11 with three sixes. Skipper Hardik Pandya ended the innings with two huge sixes off Gerald Coetzee, taking MI to a whopping 228-run total.
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Gujarat’s Fightback: Sudharsan and Sundar Shine
Following initial blows, Sai Sudharsan contributed a heroic 80 runs off 49 balls with 10 fours and 1 six. Kusal Mendis, in his first IPL game, made 20 off 10 before being dismissed in a strange hit-wicket. Washington Sundar later helped GT stay in the game with 48 off 24, but a lethal yorker from Jasprit Bumrah knocked his stumps back in the 14th over, reversing the momentum in favor of MI.
Bumrah, Boult, and Ashwini Seal the Deal for Mumbai
Trent Boult struck early, removing Gill and creating pressure. Jasprit Bumrah, Mumbai’s go-to man, was again at his economical best, finishing with 1/27 in 4 overs and dismissing Sundar at a crucial time. Newcomer Ashwini Kumar held his nerve in the final over to snatch the game from GT’s grasp.
What’s Next: MI vs PBKS in Qualifier 2
With this electrifying victory in MI vs GT IPL 2025, Mumbai Indians now proceed to Qualifier 2, where they will play against the Punjab Kings on June 1 in Ahmedabad. The team that wins this match will play against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the IPL 2025 Final match on June 3.
Final Scorecard Summary
Mumbai Indians: 228/5 (Rohit 81, Bairstow 47, SKY 33, Tilak 25)
Gujarat Titans: 208/6 (Sudharsan 80, Sundar 48, Tewatia 16*)
MI Won by 20 Runs
The MI vs GT IPL 2025 Eliminator will be remembered as one of the most thrilling games of the season. Mumbai reflected experience, grit, and poise under pressure, particularly in the last overs. Ahead of their next confrontation with Punjab Kings, the hope for a sixth IPL title remains alive for the five-time champions.
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