Mumbai Indians advanced to Qualifier 2 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 after defeating Gujarat Titans by 20 runs in the Eliminator clash held on Friday. With this result, Gujarat Titans bow out of the tournament while Mumbai set up a high-stakes encounter against Punjab Kings in Ahmedabad on Sunday.
After winning the toss, MI skipper Hardik Pandya chose to bat first. The decision paid off as veteran opener Rohit Sharma made the most of early reprieves to smash 81 off 50 deliveries. Supported by strong contributions down the order, Mumbai posted a daunting total of 228/5 in their 20 overs. For Gujarat, Sai Kishore stood out with the ball, claiming two crucial wickets.
In response, Gujarat Titans fought valiantly but fell short despite a spirited 80-run knock off 49 balls by Sai Sudharsan. Their chase ended at 208/6, 20 runs short of the target, as Mumbai’s bowling attack held firm under pressure.
With this win, Mumbai Indians keep their title hopes alive, eyeing a record-extending sixth championship. Meanwhile, Gujarat’s campaign comes to a close, despite a commendable effort that saw them reach the playoffs for the third consecutive year since their debut in 2022.
Match Summary:
Indian Premier League 2025 – Eliminator
Venue: Mullanpur
Mumbai Indians: 228/5 (20 overs)
Gujarat Titans: 208/6 (20 overs)
Result: Mumbai Indians won by 20 runs