The Gujarat Titans (GT) are set to take on the Mumbai Indians (MI), one of the most formidable teams in the 2024 IPL, in the fifth match of the tournament at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
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GT vs MI: Match Preview
With both teams boasting well-rounded squads, this match is eagerly anticipated as the highlight of the initial round, likely drawing significant attention from fans. Notably, Hardik Pandya, who previously captained the Gujarat Titans, has made a switch and will now lead the Mumbai Indians in this season.
This transfer is bound to intrigue MI supporters, who anticipate Pandya replicating his past successes, including reaching the final and finishing as runner-up with the Gujarat Titans. Meanwhile, Shubman Gill faces the challenge of filling significant shoes at the helm of the Gujarat Titans. GT hopes Gill can lead them to their third consecutive final appearance and secure the championship.
The Ahmedabad pitch proved conducive to batting last season, ranking among the highest-scoring venues in the league. The average first-innings total hovered around 200, with the final match witnessing similar conditions. Expectations suggest a comparable playing surface for this encounter, with favorable weather forecasts indicating clear skies. The daytime weather is forecasted to be warm and dry, transitioning to cooler conditions in the evening, providing ideal conditions for cricket.
GT vs MI: Head-to-head
In their head-to-head encounters, Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians have faced each other four times. Each team has secured victory twice, with no matches resulting in no result. Their first match was played on May 6, 2022, and their most recent encounter took place on May 26, 2023.
GT vs MI: Team News
Suryakumar Yadav, Mumbai’s No. 3 batsman, continues his recovery from ankle surgery at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru. Unfortunately, two of Mumbai’s overseas pace bowlers, Jason Behrendorff and Dilshan Madushanka, are out for the season due to injuries. Additionally, Gerald Coetzee isn’t match-fit to play against Titans. Mumbai’s options for overseas pace bowling include replacement players Luke Wood from England and Kwena Maphaka from South Africa.
On the Titans side, last season’s top wicket-taker, Mohammed Shami, is sidelined as he recovers from ankle surgery. Robin Minz, the Jharkhand wicketkeeper bought for INR 3.6 crore by Titans, has also been ruled out for the season due to injuries sustained in a bike accident. Replacements have been named in the form of Sandeep Warrier from Tamil Nadu and BR Sharath from Karnataka. Matthew Wade is yet to join the Titans as he is currently playing in the Sheffield Shield final in Australia.
GT vs MI: Probable XI
Gujarat Titans
Titans are likely to interchange Sai Sudharsan, their No. 3 batsman, and left-arm spinner R Sai Kishore as key players based on their batting and bowling requirements. They face a decision between Kane Williamson, providing stability in the middle order, and Azmatullah Omarzai, the Afghan allrounder offering a valuable sixth bowling option, for their fourth overseas slot.
Possible XI:
- Shubman Gill (capt)
- Wriddhiman Saha (wk)
- B Sai Sudharsan
- Azmatullah Omarzai/Kane Williamson
- David Miller
- Shahrukh Khan
- Rahul Tewatia
- Rashid Khan
- Umesh Yadav
- Spencer Johnson
- Mohit Sharma
- R Sai Kishore
Mumbai Indians
Mumbai’s lineup faces uncertainty due to injuries, disrupting their previously settled starting XI. Tim David appears to be the only confirmed overseas player. They have options like Romario Shepherd or Mohammad Nabi as allrounders, while the third overseas slot could be filled by Nuwan Thushara, Kwena Mphaka, or Luke Wood. Additionally, Dewald Brevis might be considered to bolster the batting if required.
Possible XI:
- Rohit Sharma
- Ishan Kishan (wk)
- Tilak Varma
- Hardik Pandya (capt)
- Nehal Wadhera
- Tim David
- Romario Shepherd/Mohammad Nabi
- Piyush Chawla
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Nuwan Thushara/Kwena Mphaka/Luke Wood
- Kumar Kartikeya/Akash Madhwal
- Dewald Brevis
GT vs MI: Match Prediction
Scenario 1:
If Gujarat Titans win the toss and choose to bat, scoring between 50-60 runs in the Power Play, and then manage to post a total of 180-200 runs in their first innings, they are predicted to win the match.
Scenario 2:
Conversely, if Mumbai Indians win the toss and opt to bat, also scoring between 50-60 runs in the Power Play, and then achieve a first innings total of 180-200 runs, they are predicted to win the match.
GT vs MI: Dream 11 Fantasy Prediction
Team 1:
Keepers – Ishan Kishan, Wriddhiman Saha
Batsmen – Rohit Sharma (vc), Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan
All-rounders – Rahul Tewatia, Hardik Pandya, Romario Shepherd
Bowlers – Jasprit Bumrah, Mohit Sharma, Rashid Khan
Team 2:
Keeper – Ishan Kishan
Batsmen – Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan
All-rounders – Rahul Tewatia, Hardik Pandya (c), Romario Shepherd
Bowlers – Jasprit Bumrah, Mohit Sharma, Rashid Khan (vc), Piyush Chawla
When and Where to Watch the Match: Streaming & Broadcast Details
What: Gujarat Titans (GT) vs Mumbai Indians (MI) IPL 2024
When: 7:30 PM IST, Sunday – March 24
Where: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
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