New Delhi: The 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) continues with a thrilling encounter as Gujarat Titans (GT) take on Mumbai Indians (MI) in the 9th match of the tournament. The match will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, which serves as GT’s home ground. Both teams are eager to secure their first win of the season, having lost their opening matches.
GT faced defeat in their first game against Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 11 runs, while MI suffered a four-wicket loss to Chennai Super Kings (CSK). As GT and MI lock horns today, the stakes are high, with both sides aiming to make a strong comeback in IPL 2025.
GT vs MI Head-to-Head Record in IPL
So far, Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians have faced each other five times in IPL history. GT holds a slight edge, winning three matches, while MI has emerged victorious twice. Interestingly, all three encounters at the Narendra Modi Stadium have been won by GT, making it a fortress for the home team. MI is yet to register a win at this venue against GT.
Adding to the excitement, MI’s captain Hardik Pandya returns to lead the team after missing the previous match due to suspension. Pandya, who was GT’s first-ever captain, led the team to their maiden IPL title in 2022. On the other hand, GT will be captained by their new leader, Shubman Gill, as they look to dominate on home turf.
GT vs MI Pitch Report – Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
The Narendra Modi Stadium, the world’s largest cricket ground, is known for its batting-friendly conditions. High-scoring games have been a common feature, with the highest IPL total at the venue being 243/5, registered by Punjab Kings against GT in IPL 2025.
While the pitch is largely favorable for batters, pacers have also found assistance on this surface. The average first-innings score at the venue is around 170 runs, indicating a balanced contest between bat and ball. Notably, the lowest IPL score at the stadium was recorded by GT last season when they were bundled out for just 89 runs against Delhi Capitals.
Statistically, out of 36 IPL matches played at this venue, teams batting first have won 16 times, while teams chasing have won 20 times. This suggests that the toss could play a crucial role in deciding the match strategy.
With both GT and MI aiming for their first win of IPL 2025, fans can expect a high-voltage clash at Narendra Modi Stadium. The match kicks off at 7:30 PM IST, promising an evening of electrifying cricket action.