IPL 2025 GT vs MI: Match overview, key players, and predicted playing XI; check key details

Gujarat Titans (GT) will take on Mumbai Indians (MI) in match number six of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, on Saturday, March 29, at 7:30 pm. 

Both teams are searching for their first win of the season after suffering defeats in their respective opening matches.

Match Preview

GT lost their first match against Punjab Kings in a high-scoring thriller, while MI fell short against Chennai Super Kings. With both teams eager to bounce back, this contest promises to be an exciting clash.

MI will receive a boost with the return of captain Hardik Pandya, who previously led GT to the IPL 2022 title. Meanwhile, GT skipper Shubman Gill will be keen to register his first win as a full-time captain.

Pitch and Conditions

The Narendra Modi Stadium is known for its batting-friendly surface, with an average first-innings score of around 200. The pitch offers a consistent bounce early on, but as the game progresses, spinners tend to come into play. Clear skies are expected, making for ideal playing conditions. Historically, teams chasing have had an advantage at this venue.

Key Players to Watch

• Shubman Gill (GT): The leading run-scorer at this venue, with 986 IPL runs, will be crucial for GT’s batting.
• Hardik Pandya (MI): Returning as MI skipper, his all-round ability provides balance to the side.
• Mohammed Siraj (GT): After conceding 54 runs in his previous outing, he will look for a strong comeback.

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Predicted Playing XIs

GT (Predicted XI):

Shubman Gill (C), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (WK), Rahul Tewatia, M Shahrukh Khan, Arshad Khan, R Sai Kishore, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj

Impact Player: Glenn Phillips/Sherfane Rutherford

MI (Predicted XI):

Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickleton (WK), Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya (C), Tilak Varma, Robin Minz, Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult

Impact Player: Vignesh Puthur/Satyanarayana Raju