After suffering defeats in their opening matches, Gujarat Titans (GT) and Mumbai Indians (MI) are set for a fierce battle in the ninth match of IPL 2025 at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Both teams, former champions, are desperate to get their campaigns back on track. (Schedule | Teams | Points Table)
The Titans, led by Shubman Gill, put up a spirited fight in their opener against Punjab Kings but fell just 11 runs short in a mammoth chase of 244. Their bowling attack struggled on a batting-friendly surface, allowing Punjab to post a daunting 243/5. Despite heroics from the batters, Gujarat couldn't cross the finish line, leaving them searching for answers ahead of another home fixture.
Mumbai Indians, under Suryakumar Yadav's leadership, endured a disappointing start against arch-rivals Chennai Super Kings. Their batting faltered, managing only 155/9, and their bowlers couldn't make an impact as CSK chased down the target with ease, winning by four wickets.
Now, MI face another away challenge, hoping to turn the tide against a wounded GT.
GT vs MI, IPL 2025: Weather Report
The weather conditions in Ahmedabad are expected to be ideal for cricket, with no rain forecast during the Gujarat Titans vs Mumbai Indians match. The temperature is likely to hover around 31°C at the start, gradually dipping to 28°C as the night progresses.
Humidity levels are expected to stay moderate, ranging between 35-45%, ensuring a comfortable playing atmosphere without excessive dew. However, a slight increase in moisture later in the evening could provide some assistance to spinners and slower bowlers. Winds are expected to blow at 10-15 km/h, which might help pacers with a little movement early on.
GT vs MI, IPL 2025: Pitch Report
The Narendra Modi Stadium pitch is traditionally known to favor batters, and the GT vs MI match is expected to be no different. The surface will be flat and hard, making it ideal for stroke play and high-scoring encounters. The previous match at this venue saw Punjab Kings amass 243/5, indicating that the pitch offers plenty of runs. The even bounce and true carry allow batters to trust their shots, making boundaries and sixes frequent.
Fast bowlers will have to rely on variations like slower balls, cutters, and yorkers to be effective. The new ball might offer some movement in the first few overs, but once it softens, batters will have the upper hand.
While not as prominent as in some coastal venues, a slight dew formation in the latter half of the match could make gripping the ball difficult for bowlers, favoring teams chasing a target.
GT vs MI, IPL 2025: Full Squads
Mumbai Indians: Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Robin Minz, Ryan Rickleton, Shrijith Krishnan, Bevon Jacobs, Tilak varma, Hardik Pandya, Naman Dhir, Will Jacks, Mitchell Santner, Raj Angad Bawa, Vignesh Puthur, Corbin Bosch, Trent Boult, Karn Sharma, Deepak Chahar, Ashwani Kumar, Reece Topley, Satyanarayana Penmetsa, Arjun Tendulkar, Mubeeb-ur-Rahman, Jasprit Bumrah.
Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler, Kumar Kushagra, Anuj Rawat, Sherfane Rutherford, Glenn Phillips, Nishant Sindhu, Mahipal Lomror, Washington Sundar, Mohd. Arshad Khan, Sai Kishore, Jayant Yadav, Karim Janat, Sai Sudharsan, Shahrukh Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Manav Suthar, Gerald Coetzee, Gurnoor Singh Brar, Ishant Sharma, Kulwant Khejroliya, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan.
