🔎 Match Preview – MI vs GT, IPL 2025
The high-flying Mumbai Indians (MI) will take on the formidable Gujarat Titans (GT) in Match 56 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on Tuesday, May 6, at 7:30 PM IST.
MI are currently one of the most in-form teams in the tournament, riding high on a six-match winning streak. Their resurgence this season has been remarkable, with both batters and bowlers stepping up consistently. The five-time champions now sit in third place on the points table and are strong contenders to finish in the top two. Under Hardik Pandya’s leadership, MI will look to maintain their winning momentum and inch closer to another playoff qualification.
Meanwhile, GT have looked solid as well, with skipper Shubman Gill leading from the front. The Titans are coming off a clinical 38-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad and have already beaten MI earlier this season by 36 runs in Ahmedabad. With both sides in strong form, fans can expect a thrilling battle under the Wankhede lights.
📊 Match Details – MI vs GT, Match 56, IPL 2025
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Titans |
| Date | Tuesday, May 6, 2025 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Live Broadcast | JioStar Network & JioHotstar App/Website |
🏟️ Pitch Report – Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
The Wankhede surface is known for high-scoring contests and true bounce, especially under lights. Pacers may get early movement due to sea breeze, but batters will enjoy the pace and carry as the ball gets older. With dew likely in the second innings, the toss-winning captain is expected to bowl first.
🧠 Expected First Innings Score: 180–200
📌 Chasing Advantage: High – Toss-winner likely to bowl first
🔁 Head-to-Head Stats – MI vs GT
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 6 |
| Matches Won by MI | 2 |
| Matches Won by GT | 4 |
| Tied Matches | 0 |
| No Results | 0 |
| First-Ever Match | May 6, 2022 |
| Most Recent Match | March 29, 2025 |
🧢 Predicted Playing XIs
Mumbai Indians (MI):
Ryan Rickelton (WK), Rohit Sharma, Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (C), Naman Dhir, Corbin Bosch, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah
💥 Impact Player: Raj Bawa
Gujarat Titans (GT):
Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (C), Jos Buttler (WK), Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, Shahrukh Khan, Rashid Khan, R. Sai Kishore, Gerald Coetzee, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna
💥 Impact Player: Ishant Sharma
🌟 Probable Best Performers
⭐ Best Batter: Sai Sudharsan (GT)
The stylish southpaw has been in sensational touch this season, amassing 504 runs in 10 innings. As the second-highest run-getter of IPL 2025 so far, Sudharsan is a key figure for GT and will look to dominate once again at Wankhede.
🔥 Best Bowler: Jasprit Bumrah (MI)
MI’s pace spearhead is back to his lethal best, picking up 11 wickets in 7 games. With his ability to strike early and contain runs at the death, Bumrah is expected to play a decisive role in this clash.
🔮 Today’s Match Prediction – Who Will Win MI vs GT?
Both sides are well-balanced and in top form. However, Mumbai’s winning streak and home advantage could give them the edge in this tightly contested battle.
📌 Cricket Betting Tips Prediction: ✅ Mumbai Indians to win
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