Gujarat Titans Face Mumbai Indians in IPL 2025 Eliminator

NEW DELHI, India (AP) — The Gujarat Titans will clash with the Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2025 Eliminator match on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur. The winner will advance to Qualifier 2, while the losing team will be eliminated from the tournament.

This match comes in the wake of a series of ups and downs for both teams. The Titans entered the playoffs after a strong start but faced setbacks, losing their last two league matches. Meanwhile, the Mumbai Indians turned around a struggling start to finish in fourth place by winning key matches late in the season.

Shubman Gill, captain of the Titans, emphasized the importance of retaining their top order’s strength. “We have been consistent at the top, and we need to maintain that,” he said. However, the Titans will be without Jos Buttler, who is on national duty with England. Kusal Mendis is expected to step in as his replacement.

On the other side, Hardik Pandya, leading the Mumbai Indians, shared confidence about his team’s preparations. He mentioned, “We know what’s at stake. We need solid performances from each player.” The Indians have experienced a mix of form, but they are determined to build on the momentum from their recent wins.

The match is expected to be a high-stakes duel, with both teams vying for a place in the finals. The last time they faced each other, the Titans secured victories in both league fixtures against the Indians this season.

Weather conditions in Mullanpur are projected to be partly cloudy, with temperatures ranging from 39 to 28 degrees Celsius and little chance of rain, ensuring a full match. Both teams will need to be strategic in their play, utilizing their batting and bowling resources effectively. The match is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM IST, with the toss taking place at 7:00 PM IST.