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1. Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
The GT vs MI IPL 2025 clash will take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, the world’s largest cricket stadium with a capacity of ~132,000 spectators148.
- Pitch Report: Batting-friendly surface with short boundaries, favoring high scores (average 1st innings: 190–210). Dew in the second innings often makes chasing advantageous2512.
- Weather: Clear skies, 38°C daytime, dropping to 28°C at night. No rain forecast28.
- Head-to-Head at Venue: GT has a 3-0 record against MI here, including Qualifier 2 in 2023412.
2. Scorecard Preview
Match begins at 7:30 PM IST on March 29, 2025. Toss at 7:00 PM IST.
Key Players to Watch:
- GT: Shubman Gill (captain), Jos Buttler (wk), Sai Sudharsan, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada28.
- MI: Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya (captain), Trent Boult, Vignesh Puthur512.
Probable XIs:
| Gujarat Titans | Mumbai Indians |
|---|---|
| Shubman Gill (C) | Rohit Sharma |
| Jos Buttler (WK) | Ryan Rickelton (WK) |
| Sai Sudharsan | Will Jacks |
| Sherfane Rutherford | Suryakumar Yadav |
| Shahrukh Khan | Tilak Varma |
| Rahul Tewatia | Hardik Pandya (C) |
| Rashid Khan | Mitchell Santner |
| Mohammed Siraj | Trent Boult |
| Kagiso Rabada | Deepak Chahar |
| Prasidh Krishna | Vignesh Puthur |
| Sai Kishore | Satyanarayana Raju |
| Impact Subs: Glenn Phillips (GT), Naman Dhir (MI)258. |
3. Match Prediction
GT Strengths:
- Explosive top order (Gill, Sudharsan, Buttler).
- Rashid Khan’s spin dominance (10 wickets in GT-MI clashes)512.
MI Weaknesses: - Fragile top order (Rohit’s recent duck, SKY’s inconsistent form)512.
- Death bowling concerns (Boult and Chahar lacked penetration vs CSK)4.
Predicted Outcome:
- GT (55% Win Probability): Strong home record and MI’s slow starts tilt the balance612.
- Key Factor: Toss. Teams batting second have won 56% of matches here since 2023 due to dew12.
4. Schedule and Live Coverage
- Date & Time: March 29, 2025 | 7:30 PM IST18.
- Broadcast: Star Sports Network (TV), JioCinema/JioHotstar (streaming)18.
- Live Updates: Follow real-time scores on ESPNcricinfo, Cricbuzz, or Hindustan Times4512.
5. Dream11 Team Recommendations
Top Picks:
- Captain: Shubman Gill (GT) – Dominant against MI (274 runs in 5 matches)512.
- Vice-Captain: Sai Sudharsan (GT) – In-form batter (74 vs PBKS)58.
- Bowlers: Rashid Khan (GT), Trent Boult (MI)212.
- All-Rounder: Hardik Pandya (MI) – Returns after suspension; X-factor player58.
Dream11 Team Composition:
| Category | Players | |
|---|---|---|
| Wicketkeepers | Jos Buttler (GT), Ryan Rickelton (MI) | |
| Batters | Shubman Gill (C), Suryakumar Yadav, Sai Sudharsan (VC) | |
| All-Rounders | Hardik Pandya, Mitchell Santner | |
| Bowlers | Rashid Khan, Trent Boult, Vignesh Puthur | |
| Credits Left: 8.0 | GT Players: 5 | MI Players: 6512. |
6. Ticket Booking Details
- Price: Starts at ₹1,000 (General Stands) via BookMyShow or IPL’s official ticketing partner1.
- Seating: Outdoor layout; tickets required for ages 2+1.
- Tips: Book early due to high demand; check for last-minute releases on platforms like Paytm Insider1.
7. Tactical Insights
- GT’s Middle-Order Challenge: Over-reliance on Gill and Sudharsan. Shahrukh Khan and Rahul Tewatia need to step up512.
- MI’s Spin Strategy: Vignesh Puthur (3/32 vs CSK) could exploit GT’s left-handed top order512.
- Powerplay Battle: Trent Boult’s swing vs Shubman Gill’s footwork will set the tone28.
8. Historical Context
- Hardik Pandya’s Homecoming: Former GT captain faces hostile Ahmedabad crowd after 2024 backlash. Led GT to 2022 title here25.
- MI’s Redemption Quest: Last season’s wooden spooners aim to reverse fortunes with Pandya’s leadership58.
9. Squads
Gujarat Titans:
Shubman Gill (C), Jos Buttler, Sai Sudharsan, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Sherfane Rutherford, Glenn Phillips, Ishant Sharma812.
Mumbai Indians:
Hardik Pandya (C), Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah (uncertain), Vignesh Puthur, Ryan Rickelton58.
10. Final Thoughts
This GT vs MI clash is more than just a game—it’s a narrative of redemption, rivalry, and tactical brilliance. With GT’s home dominance and MI’s desperation to shed their slow-starter tag, expect fireworks in Ahmedabad. Toss decisions, dew, and middle-order performances will dictate the outcome.
For real-time updates, bookmark ESPNcricinfo or tune into Star Sports. Secure your tickets now to witness this blockbuster live!
References:
Dream11 Tips: [4][10]
Venue & Tickets: [1][7]
Scorecard & Squads: [3][4][7][10]
Predictions & Tactics: [2][4][5][10]
