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📰 Match Overview
Gujarat Titans win a rain-hit, last-ball thriller to bring an end to Mumbai Indians’ six-game winning streak in IPL 2025. The match swung wildly due to intermittent rain, the DLS method, and standout individual performances. Nevertheless, Gujarat held their nerve in the final moments to complete one of the season’s most dramatic victories.
📊 Match Summary
| Mumbai Indians | 155/8 (20 overs) |
|---|---|
| Top Scorers | Will Jacks 53, Suryakumar Yadav 35 |
| Top Bowlers (GT) | Sai Kishore 2/34, Rashid Khan 1/26 |
| Gujarat Titans | 147/7 (19 overs, DLS Target) |
|---|---|
| Top Scorers | Shubman Gill 43, Jos Buttler 30 |
| Top Bowlers (MI) | Jasprit Bumrah 2/19, Trent Boult 1/21 |
📌 Result: Gujarat Titans won by 3 wickets (DLS method)
⏱️ Key Moments Timeline
1st Over: Rohit Sharma’s early dismissal set the tone.
5th Over: Jacks was dropped — a turning point.
10th Over: Yadav fell to Sai Kishore, slowing MI’s momentum.
11th Over: Rashid Khan struck — MI’s collapse began.
16th Over: Bosch provided a few late boundaries.
Start of GT innings: Boult removed Sudharsan — MI had the early edge.
14th Over: Rain interrupted play with GT slightly ahead on DLS.
17th Over: Bumrah’s brilliance brought MI back in contention.
Final Over: GT needed 15 — Coetzee’s six and MI’s errors sealed the win.
🧠 Tactical Breakdown
🕰️ Mumbai’s Strategic Rain Tactics
Mumbai deliberately slowed down the pace of the game when drizzle began. By using timeouts wisely and adjusting over rates, they hoped the DLS method would favor them. While their strategy initially worked, Gujarat’s timely hitting ensured they were ahead during the second rain interruption.
🎯 Bumrah Held Back for Impact
Instead of using him upfront, MI saved Bumrah for the death — a decision that nearly paid off. His two overs turned the game, as he dismissed both Gill and Shahrukh Khan with deliveries that perfectly exploited the damp surface.
🌀 Gujarat’s Smart Use of Spin
GT spinners applied the brakes during the middle overs. In particular, Sai Kishore and Rashid Khan struck at crucial moments. Consequently, MI were restricted from accelerating after a strong start.
👤 Player Performance Analysis
⭐ Shubman Gill – Steady Under Pressure
Although not flashy, Gill’s 43 ensured GT stayed in the chase. He rotated the strike well, hit gaps consistently, and kept the scoreboard ticking. As a result, his calmness helped others bat around him.
🔥 Sherfane Rutherford – X-Factor Cameo
Rutherford’s 24 off just 12 balls turned the tide. He attacked Will Jacks’ off-spin just before the second rain break, helping GT surge past the DLS par. Therefore, his timing was impeccable and game-changing.
🎯 Jasprit Bumrah – Unplayable in Death
Despite ending on the losing side, Bumrah once again proved his class. His figures of 2/19 included the wickets of key players at a critical stage. Furthermore, his ability to adapt to the wet ball conditions was top-class.
🧤 Sai Kishore – Bounce Back Hero
After an early drop, Kishore bounced back strongly with the ball. He removed Yadav and contributed significantly during the middle overs. Consequently, MI lost momentum when they could’ve launched.
❌ Deepak Chahar – Final Over Fumble
Assigned to bowl the final over, Chahar faltered under pressure. Although he did get Coetzee out, his no-ball and length errors cost MI dearly. Moreover, the missed run-out chance on the final ball sealed their fate.
📈 Phase-Wise Breakdown
🔹 Mumbai Indians
Powerplay (56/2, RR: 9.33)
MI were lucky early on, with three dropped catches helping them. Despite losing Rohit and Rickelton, the boundaries from Jacks and SKY pushed them to a strong start.
Middle Overs (59/4, RR: 6.55)
GT’s spinners tightened the screws. Yadav and Jacks were dismissed in quick succession, and MI’s run rate dropped. Additionally, losing Tilak and Pandya made things worse.
Death Overs (40/2, RR: 8.0)
Bosch added a few handy boundaries, but MI couldn’t fully recover. Gujarat’s bowling depth ensured MI were kept to a below-par total of 155.
🔸 Gujarat Titans
Powerplay (29/1, RR: 4.83)
GT were cautious early. Boult removed Sudharsan, and the MI bowlers, aided by the drizzle, bowled tight lines. Therefore, GT could only score 29 in the first six overs.
Middle Overs (84/2, RR: 9.33)
Gill and Buttler stitched together a solid 72-run stand. Rutherford then came in and launched a quickfire assault just before the rain. As a result, GT went seven runs ahead of the DLS par before play halted.
Death Overs (34/3, RR: 8.5)
After the break, Bumrah swung the match back in MI’s favor. However, Tewatia’s boundary and Coetzee’s six in the final over reversed the momentum again. The missed run-out chance allowed GT to sneak through.
📌 What’s Next?
- Mumbai Indians will face Punjab Kings in Dharamsala on May 11, looking to regroup after a thrilling loss.
- Gujarat Titans, meanwhile, travel to Delhi to take on Delhi Capitals on the same day.
