IPL 2025 Match 9: Gujarat Titans vs Mumbai Indians – GT Sets Target of 197
Ahmedabad/Patiala, 29 March (Sports Desk)
The 9th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season was contested between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Mumbai Indians (MI) on March 29, 2025, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Gujarat Titans set a target of 197 runs for Mumbai Indians after batting first. Below is a comprehensive summary of the match based on the available details.
Match Overview
- Date: March 29, 2025
- Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Match Number: 9th Match of IPL 2025
- Toss: Mumbai Indians won the toss and elected to bowl first.
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Team Lineups
Gujarat Titans Playing XI:
- Shubman Gill (c)
- Sai Sudharsan
- Jos Buttler (wk)
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Shahrukh Khan
- Rahul Tewatia
- Rashid Khan
- Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore
- Kagiso Rabada
- Mohammed Siraj
- Prasidh Krishna
Mumbai Indians Playing XI:
- Rohit Sharma
- Ryan Rickelton (wk)
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Hardik Pandya (c)
- Tilak Varma
- Naman Dhir
- Mitchell Santner
- Deepak Chahar
- Trent Boult
- Mujeeb Ur Rahman
- Satyanarayana Raju
Gujarat Titans Innings
Gujarat Titans batted first after losing the toss and posted a total of 196 runs for 7 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. The innings was marked by a strong start, followed by a late stumble that prevented them from crossing the 200-run mark.
- Opening Partnership: Captain Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan provided GT with an explosive start. Gill scored 38 runs off 27 balls, displaying his flair before being dismissed by Hardik Pandya. Sai Sudharsan anchored the innings with a well-constructed 63 runs off 41 balls, including four boundaries and two sixes.
- Middle Order Contribution: Jos Buttler played a vital role, scoring a quick 39 runs off 24 balls, forming a key partnership with Sudharsan to keep the scoreboard ticking.
- Late Collapse: GT lost momentum in the final five overs, managing only 56 runs while losing five wickets. Sherfane Rutherford contributed a brisk 18 runs off 11 balls, and Rashid Khan added 6 runs off 4 balls, but the late wickets curtailed their scoring rate.
- Final Total: Gujarat Titans concluded their innings at 196/7 in 20 overs, setting a target of 197 for Mumbai Indians.
Key Bowling Performances for Mumbai Indians:
- Hardik Pandya: 2 wickets
- Trent Boult: 1 wicket
- Deepak Chahar: 1 wicket
- Mujeeb Ur Rahman: 1 wicket
- Satyanarayana Raju: 1 wicket
MI’s bowlers, particularly Trent Boult and Deepak Chahar, were effective in the death overs, restricting GT’s scoring and triggering the late collapse.
Mumbai Indians Chase
Mumbai Indians began their chase of 197 runs with openers Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton. The pitch at Narendra Modi Stadium was described as slower and stickier, which could pose challenges for the batsmen. Additionally, some dew was expected in the evening, potentially aiding the chasing side later in the innings.
- MI’s Approach: With a formidable batting lineup including Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, and Tilak Varma, MI aimed to build partnerships and chase down the competitive total.
- GT’s Defense: Gujarat Titans relied on their strong bowling attack, featuring Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, and Mohammed Siraj, to defend the target and exploit the pitch conditions.
The match was poised for an exciting finish, with both teams showcasing their strengths in a closely contested encounter.
Match Status
As of the latest updates, Gujarat Titans had completed their innings, setting a target of 197 runs for Mumbai Indians. Mumbai Indians had begun their chase, but the final outcome of the match—whether MI successfully chased the total or GT defended it—was not available at the time of this report.
Key Highlights
- GT’s Batting Stars: Sai Sudharsan (63 off 41), Jos Buttler (39 off 24), and Shubman Gill (38 off 27).
- MI’s Bowling Impact: Hardik Pandya’s two wickets and disciplined death bowling by Trent Boult and Deepak Chahar.
- Pitch Conditions: A slower, stickier black-soil pitch with potential dew, setting the stage for a challenging chase.
This match between Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians promised a thrilling contest, with GT posting a competitive total and MI gearing up for the chase. Stay tuned for further updates on the final result!
