By Chirag - May 06, 2025 09:38 AM
The race to the playoffs intensifies as two heavyweight teams, Mumbai Indians (MI) and Gujarat Titans (GT), prepare for a high-stakes clash in Match 56 of IPL 2025. Both sides have had impressive campaigns so far, and with 14 points each, the winner of this encounter will take a major step toward cementing a spot in the top four.
Mumbai are on an extraordinary run of form, winning their last six games and finding momentum at just the right time. Gujarat, meanwhile, have been a bit inconsistent in recent weeks but remain dangerous with match-winners across the lineup. With Wankhede set to host this battle, fans can expect fireworks from two of the tournament’s most exciting teams.
After a sluggish start to their campaign, MI have turned things around dramatically, winning six matches on the bounce. Openers Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton have been consistently giving strong starts, while Suryakumar Yadav has returned to form in spectacular fashion. Will Jacks and captain Hardik Pandya have been key in both areas, while Trent Boult and Jasprit Bumrah have led a potent bowling attack.
GT have had a mixed run recently with three wins and two losses in their last five matches. They bounced back strongly from a heavy loss to RR by defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad convincingly. The top order featuring Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill, and Jos Buttler has been consistently firing, while Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj, and Rashid Khan have been central to their bowling success.
The Wankhede pitch is traditionally high-scoring with good pace and bounce. Expect a batting-friendly surface where chasing under lights offers a slight edge due to dew.
A warm, humid evening is forecasted in Mumbai with temperatures around 30°C. No rain interruptions are expected, and dew could influence second-innings tactics.
Gujarat Titans have dominated recent encounters, winning four of the last five meetings. However, Mumbai Indians will take confidence from their only Wankhede battle against GT, which they won by 27 runs in 2023.
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1. Ryan Rickelton (WK), 2 .Rohit Sharma, 3. Suryakumar Yadav, 4. Hardik Pandya (C), 5. Will Jacks, 6. Tilak Varma, 7. Naman Dhir, 8. Corbin Bosch, 9. Deepak Chahar, 10. Trent Boult, 11. Jasprit Bumrah
Impact Players: 1. Raj Angad Bawa, 2. Satyanarayana Raju, 3. Robin Minz, 4. Reece Topley, 5. Ashwani Kumar
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1. Sai Sudharsan, 2. Shubman Gill (C), 3. Jos Buttler (WK), 4. Washington Sundar, 5. Shahrukh Khan, 6. Rahul Tewatia, 7. Rashid Khan, 8. Gerald Coetzee, 9. R. Sai Kishore, 10. Prasidh Krishna, 11. Mohammed Siraj
Impact Players: 1. Anuj Rawat, 2. Mahipal Lomror, 3. Sherfane Rutherford, 4. Karim Janat
Based on recent form, venue familiarity, and team momentum:
MI’s current winning streak, coupled with the home advantage at Wankhede, gives them a slight upper hand. However, GT’s dominant head-to-head record and firepower across departments ensure this will be a close, competitive contest.
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