Gujarat Titans (GT) and Mumbai Indians (MI) will lock horns in a crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 clash on March 29 at 7:30 PM IST at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. With both teams struggling in their opening games, this encounter is a golden opportunity to secure their first win of the season.
Gujarat Titans faltered in their opener, failing to capitalize on key moments, which ultimately cost them the game. Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians faced a major setback with their batting unit misfiring, making it difficult to chase down their target. With early losses denting their confidence, both teams will be eager to bounce back and regain momentum.
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This contest promises to be a gripping one, as Gujarat’s balanced squad takes on Mumbai’s experienced core. Titans will look towards their all-rounders and young guns to deliver under pressure, while Mumbai’s star-studded lineup will aim for a much-needed resurgence. With key players looking to stamp their authority, fans can expect a high-intensity showdown under the lights in Ahmedabad.
Gujarat Titans (GT)
Sherfane Rutherford showed promise in Gujarat Titans’ last game, but his struggles against Vijaykumar proved costly in their narrow loss to Punjab Kings. Despite this, GT might give him another opportunity before considering Glenn Phillips. The team is likely to retain its four overseas players—Jos Buttler, Rashid Khan, and Kagiso Rabada completing the lineup. Washington Sundar could get a chance, possibly replacing Arshad Khan.
With Mohammed Siraj and Kagiso Rabada expected to go all-out against Rohit Sharma, one of the most exciting battles will be between Suryakumar Yadav and Rashid Khan, as the Afghan spinner looks to outfox the flamboyant batter.
Probable XII: Shubman Gill (C), Jos Buttler, Sai Sudarshan, Shahrukh Khan, Sherfane Rutherford, Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, R Sai Kishore, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj
Mumbai Indians (MI)
For Mumbai Indians, Robin Minz may make way for Hardik Pandya, while Vignesh Puthur—who impressed in the first game—could be used as an Impact Player. Mitchell Santner and Puthur will be key against Buttler and Rutherford, but all eyes will be on whether Trent Boult, renowned for early breakthroughs, can challenge the GT openers, Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan.
Probable XII: Ryan Rickelton (wk), Rohit Sharma, Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (C), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Robin Minz, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Vignesh Puthur/Satyanarayana Raju.
Fantasy XI Suggestion 1:
Jos Buttler, Ryan Rickelton, Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Shubman Gill (vc), Sai Sudharsan, Hardik Pandya (c), Will Jacks, Deepak Chahar, Rashid Khan, R Sai Kishore
Fantasy XI Suggestion 2:
Jos Buttler, Ryan Rickelton, Suryakumar Yadav, Shubman Gill, Tilak Varma, Sai Sudharsan, Hardik Pandya, Will Jacks (c), Trent Boult, Rashid Khan (vc), Mohammed Siraj
