MI vs GT at Wankhede, Mumbai | 6 May 2025

As the Indian Premier League reaches its crescendo, Match 56 promises to be a thrilling encounter as two of the tournament’s heavyweight franchises lock horns at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

Date & Time
Tuesday, May 6, 2025 • 7:30 PM IST
Venue
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

Current Standings & Recent Form

• Mumbai Indians sit atop the table with 14 points from 11 matches—seven victories and four defeats—and boast the tournament’s best Net Run Rate (+1.274). They head into this fixture buoyed by convincing wins, including a 100-run demolition of Rajasthan Royals on May 1, and a commanding victory over Lucknow Super Giants on April 27.
  
• Gujarat Titans are hot on their heels with 14 points from 10 outings (seven wins, three losses) and a strong NRR of +0.867. Under captain Shubman Gill’s leadership, GT have climbed to second place, fuelled by consistent top-order contributions from Gill and the tournament’s current Orange Cap leader, B Sai Sudharsan.
  

Head-to-Head

Historically, matches between Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans have been evenly contested. In their IPL encounters so far, Mumbai have eked out more wins on home turf, but GT’s aggressive batting lineup has made every meeting a nail-biter. Expect another close battle under the lights at Wankhede.

Pitch & Conditions

Wankhede’s surface traditionally offers a fair contest between bat and ball. Early evening conditions might favor spinners as the ball grips slightly in the middle overs, before easing out for the batters under floodlights. Dew is unlikely to be a major factor, but teams winning the toss may still prefer to chase.

Key Battles to Watch

• Hardik Pandya (MI Captain & All-Rounder)
  Pandya’s captaincy has revitalized Mumbai’s middle order. His experience with both bat and ball will be crucial, especially in closing overs with the ball and accelerating the chase.
  
• Shubman Gill (GT Captain & Opener)
  Gill’s elegant stroke-play and ability to anchor the innings make him the linchpin of Gujarat’s batting. His form at the top will set the tone for GT’s chase or powerplay assault.
  
• B Sai Sudharsan (GT)
  Leading the Orange Cap standings with 504 runs from 10 matches, Sudharsan’s left-handed fluency complements Gill’s right-handed solidity. His performance could tilt the balance.
  

Tactical Preview

• Mumbai Indians will look to exploit home advantage by packing their spin department—potentially with both Murugan Ashwin and Piyush Chawla—to stifle Gujarat’s middle order. Their pace battery, led by Jasprit Bumrah, will aim to seize early wickets.
  
• Gujarat Titans must ensure a brisk start in the Powerplay to prevent Mumbai’s bowlers from settling into rhythm. Captain Gill’s decision at the toss will be crucial: setting a target under lights might allow their bowlers to use any slight seam movement.
  

What to Expect

Expect high-voltage drama as both teams chase playoff qualification. With only a handful of matches left in the league stage, every point is precious. A win for Mumbai will cement their position at the summit, while Gujarat will aim to leapfrog to first and maintain momentum heading into the business end of the tournament.