Published on: May 5, 2025 11:59 pm IST|Updated on: May 5, 2025 4:58 pm IST
Match 56 is all set to be a clash of the champions. 5-time champions Mumbai Indians will be up against the 2022 champions, Gujarat Titans, at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
Both teams have been brilliant so far this season and are chasing the top two spots. Mumbai Indians have been at the top of their game. The 5-time champions have now won 6 games on the trot and have the best net run rate among all the other teams in the points table. Mathematically, they are left with 3 more games and need to win at least 2 of them to ensure a finish among the top 2 in the points table.
Gujarat Titans have been one of the most consistent teams this season, securing 7 wins in 10 matches to hold the fourth spot on the points table. They can seal their place in the playoffs with just one more victory. However, they won’t be settling for just qualification—they’ll be aiming for a top-2 finish, which would give them an extra shot at reaching the final through Qualifier 2, even if they falter in the first qualifier. Their focus now will be on maintaining momentum and securing a strong position heading into the knockout stage.
Let’s delve deeper into this post for the MI vs GT Dream11 prediction.
Date: 6th May 2025 Time: 7:30 PM IST Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Matches Played: 6 GT won: 4 MI won: 2 No Result: 0 Tied: 0
In the head-to-head battle, GT leads the way with 4 wins compared to 2 in the name of MI from the 6 matches. Even in the reverse fixture this season, GT won the contest played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad by 36 runs.
The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai is known for its batting-friendly surface, making it a paradise for stroke-makers. The pitch offers consistent bounce and pace, allowing batters to play their shots freely, and the short boundaries further encourage high-scoring encounters. Pacers might find some assistance early in the innings due to the sea breeze, which can create swing, but as the game progresses, batting typically becomes easier. Dew is expected to play a role in the second innings, making it challenging for bowlers to grip the ball, which often favors teams chasing. A par score at this venue generally falls within the 170-190 range, but teams have frequently crossed the 200-run mark. With Mumbai Indians on a strong winning streak and Gujarat Titans aiming for a top-two finish, IPL 2025 Match 56 at Wankhede promises to be an exciting contest between two well-balanced sides.
Here’s a table with IPL stats for Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai based on available data:
MI vs GT Team News and Expected Playing XI
MI Expected Playing XI: Ryan Rickelton (wk), Rohit Sharma, Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (c), Naman Dhir, Corbin Bosch, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah IMPACT PLAYERS: Karn Sharma
GT Expected Playing XI: Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Washington Sundar/Sherfane Rutherford, Rahul Tewatia, Shahrukh Khan, Rashid Khan, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Gerald Coetzee/Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna IMPACT PLAYERS: Ishant Sharma, Washington Sundar
As per the betting odds provided by most of the bettors, the hosts and 5-time champions, Mumbai Indians, are tipped as the favorites to win this match.
The all-important clash between the Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Titans will take place on Tuesday, May 6, at 07:30 PM (IST). Online live streaming will take place on the JioHotstar app. The TV streaming will take place on Star Sports Network.
Wicket-keepers: Jos Buttler, Ryan Rickelton Batters: Sai Sudharsan, Suryakumar Yadav, Shubman Gill, Tilak Varma All-rounders: Hardik Pandya Bowlers: Prasidh Krishna, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, Deepak Chahar
C/VC Options- Prasidh Krishna, Jasprit Bumrah, Jos Buttler, Sai Sudharsan
Tags: IPL 2025