Mumbai Indians host Gujarat Titans in race to the IPL 2025 playoffs. The winner strikes nearer to the High 4 and High of the Factors Desk.
MI vs GT Live Score, IPL 2025: With 14 matches to go, IPL 2025 is at its business end. Three teams have been knocked out, leaving seven teams to fight in the IPL 2025 Playoff Race. In Match 56, it’s a battle of the 3rd vs the 4th team. Mumbai Indians host Gujarat Titans at the Wankhede Stadium, with the winner reclaiming the top spot from Royal Challengers Bengaluru. MI are on a record run, winning six consecutive matches, while Shubman Gill’s GT are consistent in their performance.
Match Details
- Match: Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Titans, Match 56, IPL 2025
- Date and Time: Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
- Live Streaming: Expected on JioHotstar and Star Sports Network
MI vs GT Preview
Match 56 is a pivotal clash, with both MI and GT tied at 14 points, making it a virtual knockout for a top-two spot. Mumbai Indians have transformed their season with a stunning six-match winning streak, showcasing dominance in batting, bowling, and fielding. Their pace attack, led by Jasprit Bumrah, and a dynamic batting lineup featuring Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav make them formidable at home.
Gujarat Titans, meanwhile, rely on their prolific top order—Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, and Jos Buttler—who have been the backbone of their campaign. However, that could be their Achilles’ heel as well. The top 3 have accounted for 73% of GT’s runs. If they get out against Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar and Jasprit Bumrah in the powerplay, the match could be over for GT. However, they can rely on their bowling unit.
With Kagiso Rabada back from suspension, GT has received a shot in the arm. Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj and Gerald Coetzee are also in good form. With Rashid Khan leading the spin department with Sai Kishore and Washington Sundar present, GT’s bowling attack is enviable.
Recent Form
- Mumbai Indians (W W W W W): MI are in scintillating form, having won their last six matches, including a 100-run thrashing of Rajasthan Royals. Their batting, led by Rohit Sharma (consistently scoring) and Suryakumar Yadav (red-hot form), has been relentless, while Jasprit Bumrah (11 wickets in 7 matches) and Trent Boult (16 wickets in 11 matches) have spearheaded the bowling. MI’s fielding has also been top-notch, converting crucial opportunities.
- Gujarat Titans (W L W W L): GT have been consistent, securing seven wins in ten matches, with their latest being a 38-run victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad. Their top order has been exceptional, with Sai Sudharsan (504 runs, fastest to 1500 IPL runs) and Shubman Gill (465 runs) leading the charge. However, their middle order has been less tested, and Rashid Khan has been slightly off-colour.
Wankhede Stadium Pitch Report
The Wankhede Stadium pitch is renowned for being a batting paradise, with small boundaries and a true surface that allows the ball to come onto the bat nicely. Expect a high-scoring affair, with teams often posting totals above 180. Dew is likely to play a role in the second innings, making chasing a preferred option. Spinners may find some grip later, but pace bowlers with variations, like Bumrah and Boult, could be effective early on. The pitch used for recent matches (e.g., RCB vs CSK) suggests another run-fest, though dampness from overnight covers could assist fast bowlers initially.
Mumbai Weather Report
On May 6, 2025, Mumbai is expected to experience warm and humid conditions, with temperatures ranging from 30°C during the match. There’s a 45% chance of rain, which could lead to brief interruptions or a truncated game, but a full match is likely. Partly cloudy skies and moderate humidity are forecast, with a slight breeze. Dew is expected to impact the second innings, potentially favouring the chasing team.
MI vs GT Head-to-Head Records
- Total Matches: 6
- Gujarat Titans Wins: 4
- Mumbai Indians Wins: 2
- At Wankhede Stadium: MI leads with 1 win in 1 match (MI won by 27 runs in May 2023).
- Recent Encounter: GT defeated MI by 36 runs on March 29, 2025, at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, with Sai Sudharsan’s 63 and Mohammed Siraj’s 2/34 leading the charge.
Predicted Playing 11
Mumbai Indians
- Ryan Rickelton (wk), Rohit Sharma, Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (c), Naman Dhir, Corbin Bosch, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah
- Impact Subs: Karn Sharma, Raj Bawa, Robin Minz, Reece Topley, Ashwani Kumar
Gujarat Titans
- Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Rahul Tewatia, Shahrukh Khan, Rashid Khan, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Arshad Khan, Gerald Coetzee, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna
- Impact Subs: Washington Sundar, Mahipal Lomror, Anuj Rawat, Dasun Shanaka, Sherfane Rutherford
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