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The IPL 2025 match between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Gujarat Titans (GT) is underway at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. This high-stakes encounter is not just about bragging rights but also about claiming the top spot in the IPL 2025 points table. Both teams are eyeing the number one position, which will be secured by the winner with a total of 16 points.

Heading into this match, MI holds an impressive winning streak, having won their last six matches consecutively, and are keen to extend it to seven. In contrast, Gujarat Titans boast the fact that they have previously defeated Mumbai Indians in the ongoing season, already proving their capability under the leadership of Shubman Gill. The head-to-head record stands in favor of GT with four wins out of six encounters against MI.

Key player updates include the replacement of uncapped Indian player Vignesh Puthur, who is out of the tournament, with Raghu Sharma for the Mumbai Indians. Furthermore, Mitchell Santner, who missed two matches due to injury, was replaced by Corbin Bosch in the MI squad.

As for individual performances, Shubman Gill is in excellent form, scoring 90, 84, and 76 in his last three games. Meanwhile, MI’s captain Rohit Sharma, the second leading run-scorer in IPL history, is on the brink of surpassing 7000 career runs, needing just 79 more today. Additionally, he could become the first Indian to hit 300 IPL sixes as he stands at 297 currently.

The match’s implications extend beyond this game, with Gujarat Titans needing to secure at least two victories in their remaining matches to ensure a playoff spot. Similarly, Mumbai Indians require two wins in their remaining three matches to qualify and attempt to finish in the top two.

The match commenced at 7:30 PM IST, following the toss at 7:00 PM IST. Viewers can catch the live action on the Star Sports Network and online via Jio Hotstar.

This match not only promises thrilling cricket but also significant shifts in the league standings as both teams push towards the playoffs in this crucial phase of IPL 2025.

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