For the last few reports, different discussions and speculations have been made on Shubman Gill’s selection in the Indian team for the upcoming 2025 season of the Asia Cup. He recently had a successful five-match Test series in England, where under his leadership, the Blue Brigade drew the series 2-2.

Shubman Gill finished as the leading run-getter of the seven-week campaign. The right-handed batter smashed 754 runs in 10 innings at an average of 75.40 and a strike rate of over 65, scoring four centuries. It was an excellent series. Now, the question has been raised whether he should get a chance to feature in India’s T20 Asia Cup squad.

Shubman Gill’s successful three successive IPL seasons since 2023

Gill has overall smashed 3866 runs in 115 innings of the Indian Premier League (IPL) at an average of around 40 and a strike rate of around 139, thanks to four centuries and 26 half-centuries at the best score of 129 runs. The biggest change in his batting has come in the last three successive IPL seasons.

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In 2022, once the 25-year-old earned his spot in the Gujarat Titans’ squad, his batting took a new route. He ended up with 483 runs in 16 innings at an average of 34.50 and a strike rate of 132.32 with four half-centuries. When the Titans ended as the champions during the 2023 edition of the tournament, Gill ended as the leading run-getter with 890 runs in 17 innings at an average of nearly 60 and a strike rate of 157.80, scoring four half-centuries and three centuries at the best score of 129 runs.

With Hardik Pandya leaving the franchise in 2024, Gill got an added responsibility of leading the side. In the very first year of it, the Punjab-born clubbed 426 runs in 12 innings at an average of 38.72 and a strike rate of nearly 150 with two fifties and one century. He continued the same form even in the recently concluded IPL to smack 650 runs in 15 innings at an average of 50 and a strike rate of 155.87, thanks to six half-centuries at the best score of unbeaten 93 runs.

Shubman Gill’s excellent T20I record

When India went to Sri Lanka last year during the first coaching tenure of Gautam Gambhir, Gill became the vice-captain of the national side. Overall, the veteran has scored 578 T20I runs in 21 innings at an average of more than 30 and a strike rate of 139.28, with the help of three half-centuries and one century. The selection of the Asia Cup 2025 will depend on a lot of aspects. Most of the selected players will be confirmed to get their noses ahead for the selection of the T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka.

In 2023, Gill scored 312 runs in 13 innings of the T20Is at an average of 26 and a strike rate of 145.12 with one fifty and one century at the best score of unbeaten 126 runs. Last year, he featured in eight T20I innings to get 266 runs at an average of 38 and a strike rate of 133 with two fifties. If Gill comes into the T20I side for the Asia Cup 2025, then he will have to bat at the opening position or number three. In that case, the management will have to leave out Tilak Verma. But also, looking at the future of the national side and the age of Gill, it could prove to be a smart decision to get the batter into the squad.

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Gujarat Titans (GT) made a dream start to their Indian Premier League (IPL) journey, clinching the title in their debut season in 2022. Since then, they have maintained impressive consistency, securing three playoff spots in four years. In IPL 2025, GT dominated the group stage and topped the points table for most of the season. However, a dip in form during the final stages saw them slip to third place, eventually losing the Eliminator to five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) by 20 runs. Despite the setback, Shubman Gill lead GT will aim to retain their core while adding reinforcements ahead of IPL 2026.

Throughout their IPL journey, GT has been known for unearthing match-winners and maintaining a balanced squad. In IPL 2025, several players stood out with their performances, contributing significantly to the team’s success in the league stage. Their impact with both bat and ball not only helped GT remain competitive but also boosted their market value. Given the auction dynamics, some of these standout performers could explore opportunities to attract higher bids by entering the IPL 2026 mini-auction instead of staying with their current contracts.

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While GT is expected to retain key match-winners, certain players may opt for release to maximise their value. The upcoming mini-auction offers franchises a chance to spend big on proven performers, and GT’s top contributors from 2025 fit that bill perfectly. Players who showcased consistency, match-winning ability, and adaptability across different match situations will be in high demand. This makes it possible that GT could see a few of their standout stars seeking fresh contracts for the 2026 season.

Washington Sundar

All-rounder Washington Sundar, who was bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for INR 8.75 crore in IPL 2022, became a bargain signing for Gujarat Titans (GT) at just INR 3.20 crore during the IPL 2025 auction. The Tamil Nadu cricketer made a strong impact with the bat, scoring 133 runs at a blistering strike rate of 166.25. His ability to accelerate in crucial moments added depth to GT’s middle order and provided valuable contributions in pressure situations, making him a standout performer despite his relatively low auction price.

Sundar also chipped in with the ball, taking two wickets in 10.5 overs during the season, though he had an economy rate of 10.25. Beyond the IPL, his impressive performances in the recently concluded India vs England Test series have further enhanced his reputation. With his all-round skills and current form, interest from other franchises ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction could increase significantly, potentially leading to a higher bid if he decides to enter the player pool.

Sai Kishore

Spinner Sai Kishore established himself as one of the rising stars in T20 cricket during the recent IPL season. Initially signed by Gujarat Titans (GT) for INR 3 crore ahead of IPL 2022, his modest performances in the following years saw him re-acquired for a reduced price of INR 2 crore. However, in IPL 2025, with Rashid Khan struggling to hit peak form, Kishore quietly stepped up, delivering consistent performances and playing a crucial role in the team’s bowling attack during the group stages and high-pressure matches.

Kishore’s 2025 campaign was his most impactful yet, as he picked up 19 wickets in 15 matches, maintaining an economy rate of 9.25. His ability to break partnerships and bowl in key phases gave GT an edge in tight games. After such a standout season, the left-arm spinner might consider requesting a release ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction, hoping to attract a bigger bid from other franchises looking for a dependable and in-form spinner.

Anuj Rawat

Young wicketkeeper-batter Anuj Rawat was signed by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for INR 3.40 crore ahead of IPL 2022. Over three seasons, he featured in 22 matches, amassing 318 runs. Following his release from the RCB squad, Gujarat Titans (GT) picked him up at his base price of INR 30 lakh in the IPL 2025 auction. However, despite being part of the squad, Rawat did not get a single game in GT’s 15-match campaign during the season, spending the entire tournament on the sidelines.

Currently, the 25-year-old southpaw is making headlines in the ongoing Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2025 with his explosive batting form. He has already accumulated 232 runs at a scorching strike rate of 184.13, including three half-centuries in the tournament so far. His current purple patch could increase interest from franchises ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction, with teams potentially viewing him as a dynamic middle-order option and an effective wicketkeeping backup.

Surrey, a successful county side in England, have signed the high-rated spinner, R Sai Kishore, for the upcoming two County Championship 2025 fixtures. The left-arm spinner plays for the Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL) under Shubman Gill’s captaincy and is also the leader of the Tamil Nadu side in India’s red-ball competition, the Ranji Trophy.

Sai Kishore, the six-foot-three spinner, will remain available for Surrey’s next two County clashes, where they will use the Kookaburra ball. The first of the games will be a trip to Scarborough to face Yorkshire from July 22, before heading to Chester-Le-Street to take on Durham on July 29. The spinner’s experience will be valuable for the side’s spin department.

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“I'm really excited to be joining Surrey for the next two County Championship matches. Surrey are one of the most prestigious clubs in the world, and I have heard great things about the set-up from lots of different people in the game.” Kishore addressed in a statement quoted by Surrey.

Surrey sign Sai Kishore for two County Championship matches

In his first game, Kishore will be up against his former Chennai Super Kings teammate Ruturaj Gaikwad. He revealed his excitement to be part of the prestigious club in the world and looks forward to learn new things in the future. The left-arm spinner has represented India in three T20Is, besides taking 192 first-class wickets at an average of 23.50. In the 2023-24 Ranji Trophy season, he was the leading wicket-taker with 53 scalps in nine games at an average of below 19 to carry Tamil Nadu to the semifinals. 

“I'm delighted to bring the highly rated Sai Kishore into our squad for the next two Kookaburra games. All the reports I have received from people I respect in the Indian game have spoken highly of him. His four-day record for Tamil Nadu is very good, and he brings leadership experience to the group.” Alec Stewart, Surrey’s high-performance advisor, welcomed the spinner.

Surrey sign Indian spinner Sai Kishore for the next two @CountyChamp matches. 🇮🇳

Sai captains Tamil Nadu in the Ranji Trophy and plays for Gujarat Titans in the IPL. He's available for the next two Kookaburra matches away at Yorkshire and Durham. 🚌

🤎 | #SurreyCricket pic.twitter.com/herPHs0jsq

— Surrey Cricket (@surreycricket) July 7, 2025

The 28-year-old had already gained experience of bowling in England. He went as the reserve player with the visiting Indian team in 2022, when he bowled 14 overs in a tour game at Grace Road in Leicester and returned with the wicket of Cheteshwar Pujara. Surrey now eye their fourth successive county championship title, having made the hat-trick of it.

Mumbai Indians are now just one win away from playing their 7th IPL final. The team has confirmed its place in Qualifier 2 by defeating Gujarat Titans by 20 runs in the eliminator match. In this match against Gujarat, all the batsmen from Mumbai scored runs in good rhythm. In which, especially with Rohit Sharma's innings of 81 runs, Mumbai proved successful in giving a target of 228 runs to Gujarat in this big match in IPL 2025.

As told to you, Mumbai batted first in this match and scored 227 runs in 20 overs on the scoreboard. In this, all the batsmen from Mumbai performed well. Rohit Sharma scored 81, Jonny Bairstow 47, Surya 33 and Tikal Verma played a quick innings of 25 runs. Due to which Mumbai was successful in giving a target of 228 runs in this eliminator match. However, this run chase did not start well for Gujarat. Because the team captain Shubman Gill returned to the pavilion after scoring just 1. But Sai Sudarshan definitely played an innings of 80 runs. Despite this, the team was able to score only 208 runs in its 20 overs. In this way Mumbai has won this match.

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Match will be held with PBKS in Qualifier 2

Now if Mumbai Indians want to reach the final of this season, then they will also have to defeat Punjab Kings in Qualifier 2. Which is of course coming after a one-sided defeat against RCB in the last match. But Punjab has performed well throughout this IPL season. In this sense, it would not be wrong to say that it will not be easy for Mumbai to win this match against Punjab. This match will be played on June 1 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

Twitter reactions after MI wins  Eliminator match of IPL 2025

MI beat GT in the Eliminator 🔥#MIvsGT #GTvsMI pic.twitter.com/xXoKlvSGEl

— Dogesh (@dogesh_bhai) May 30, 2025

Maalik ki team ko jita diya #MIvsGT #GTvsMI pic.twitter.com/pMUHy7HTdd

— Comedyculture.in (@ComedycultureIn) May 30, 2025

Boom Boom literally said jhuk ke rehna padega mere saamne #MIvsGT #GTvsMI pic.twitter.com/4zWLTMToFy

— Comedyculture.in (@ComedycultureIn) May 30, 2025

#MIvGT #GTvMI
Congratulations 🎊 #MI . Well played by big match players like #RohitSharma𓃵 and #bumrah . The 🤡 #Gill let #GT down. pic.twitter.com/4JY8SCmtXl

— SK (@itssanatani) May 30, 2025

My GF asked me "where’s the TV remote?"

I said, "GT”

She replied, "what are you talking about?!"

I said, "Broken, Done & Dusted and out of the tournanent" 🫶#MIvsGT #GTvsMI #MIvGT pic.twitter.com/gghp8vWXmk

— kholiNati!0n_👑🚩 (@cryptoHolder09) May 30, 2025

"Tera payment aagaya na?"
"Haa bhai subah he"
"Mereko toh kal he" #MIvsGT #GTvsMI pic.twitter.com/8J4KqpOxQu

— Souravage (@just_souravage) May 30, 2025

Only Guy Who can save Humanity. Just 2 wins 🥹#MIvsGT #GTvsMI pic.twitter.com/APBEyC9Jxk

— Jeet (@JeetN25) May 30, 2025

"MI vs GT: When Mumbai Indians bring their A-game, but Gujarat Titans show up with a Z-game! 😜 Will MI's blue wave crash GT's party, or will the Titans yeet them out of the IPL? Grab your popcorn, this match is gonna be a meme-fest! 🍿😂 #MIvsGT #IPL2025" pic.twitter.com/62Q74dZvup

— Dr. Dipesh raj manhar (@DrDipeshraj1) May 30, 2025

Har problem ka ek solution, BOOM BOOM BUMRAH 🔥#GTvsMI #MIvsGT pic.twitter.com/l66EMhiyPl

— KOTH Gaming (@KOTHGaming_) May 30, 2025

now that MI won we all know how its gonna go 🙃🙃👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 pic.twitter.com/prIo9mm3Ao

— momo (@biggbadvampire) May 30, 2025

In the IPL 2025 Eliminator, Mumbai Indians (MI) defeated the Gujarat Titans (GT) by 20 runs. MI posted a solid score of 228/5 in their allotted 20 overs, led by Rohit Sharma, who made 81 off 50 balls, and Jonny Bairstow 47 off 22, while Hardik Pandya chipped in 22* off 9 balls. GT's bowlers struggled to contain the MI batters. Sai Kishore took 2/42 in his 4 overs, and Prasidh Krishna took 2/53 in his 4 overs; Mohammed Siraj took the only other wicket with 1/37 in his 4 overs. 

GT chased 229 and managed 208/6 in their allotted 20 overs. The highest contributor was Sai Sudharsan with 80 off 49 balls and Washington Sundar’s 48 off 24. MI bowlers were led by Trent Boult with 2/56 in his 4 overs and Jasprit Bumrah with 1/27 in his 4 overs, with Sai Kishore and Prasidh Krishna contributing in the field. GT could not keep momentum going after Sudharsan was dismissed. While they made a good case, the total overstretched them. This victory for MI took them to Qualifier 2 against Punjab Kings (PBKS); GT’s IPL 2025 had a disappointing ending. Here are the key reasons that GT lost to MI.

1. Dropped Catches during Powerplay

Gujarat’s fielders cost the team by dropping three easy catches in the powerplay. The dropped catches off Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav allowed MI to get a start and build momentum. These dropped catches gave MI an ideal start and upset GT’s bowling plans. Such errors are costly in knockout matches.

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2. Expensive Bowling in Crucial Phases

GT’s bowlers, particularly in the death overs, struggled to stem the run flow as MI made a massive total of 228/5. Both Prasidh Krishna (2/53) and Trent Boult (2/56) struggled with their line and length. They executed poor ball deliveries under pressure, and MI batters were able to get away for runs during the last overs due to ineffective bowling. The ability of the GT bowlers to defend important overs considerably tilted the match in MI’s favor.

3. Batting Collapse After Strong Start

After getting a solid 50-run stand from Sudharsan and Sundar, the innings lost its shape very quickly. The rare Kusal Mendis hit-wicket dismissal halted the momentum at a pivotal time. The lower middle order could not keep up with the run rate, which added pressure. Although there was a possibility of chasing down the runs, GT ended up losing by 20 runs.

The disconcerted bowlers of Gujarat Titans (GT) had to face hurdle after hurdle in the Eliminator match of IPL 2025 against Mumbai at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur. Once they got rid of Jonny Bairstow, then they faced an in-form Suryakumar Yadav. The batter on strike was different, but the result was the same—a maximum on a well-guided ball by Gerald Coetzee. 

The newly formed opening pair of Mumbai Indians with Rohit Sharma and Jonny Bairstow proved lit when both of the experienced batters started to swing their blades mercilessly at the opponent team bowlers. Prasidh Krishna was the bowler who suffered most of the wrath from Bairstow. After his departure at an individual of 47, Suryakumar Yadav stepped into the field to join Rohit Sharma, who was already on fire at that moment. 

Yadav chose to take the matter easy and stitched a fine and effective partnership with the former skipper of the Mumbai Indians. Two stalwarts of Mumbai put together 59 runs on the scoreboard, while Suryakumar snatched 33 off 20 with a 165.0 strike rate. The right-handed batter decorated his innings with 3 over boundaries and 1 boundary. One of those 6s came against a well-placed bouncer by Gerald Coetzee. 

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A shining Surya and Mumbai Indians 

The South African international hit the deck with around 141 km/h delivery for a chest-height bouncer, middle and slightly off, the territory of Suryakumar Yadav, who pulled out his own pull shot, the supra. He transferred the weight to the back foot, slightly positioned himself towards the middle, and then pulled the trigger for the well-crafted six over the deep square leg region. Coetzee was helpless and had nothing to do at that moment but to watch the ball floating high into the stand. 

With the combined batting performance, the five-time IPL-winning franchise found themselves in the driver's seat from the first innings of the Eliminator 1 match. They scored 228 for 5 wickets in the 20-over limit, Rohit Sharma, their star batter of the evening, with 81 off 50. 

Watch the beautiful 6 here

Mr. 360° for a reason! 😎🔥

A well-directed bouncer from Coetzee, but #SKY picks it early and sends it soaring over fine leg for a MAXIMUM! 🚀

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— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) May 30, 2025

In an incredibly dramatic moment during the IPL 2025 Eliminator at the New PCA Stadium in Chandigarh, Gujarat Titans’ (GT) wicket-keeper Kusal Mendis was dismissed hit wicket in the seventh over chasing a target against Mumbai Indians (MI). As Mendis faced off against a short delivery from Mitchell Santner, he moved back deep into his crease and inadvertently clipped the stumps with his back leg. He was dismissed for a quick 20 from 10 deliveries and became the third player in IPL history to be dismissed hit wicket.

Mendis was drafted into the squad as a replacement for Jos Buttler, who had to leave for national duty. He debuted for the franchise in this knockout encounter and endured a difficult day on field. First he dropped a catch each of Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav, highlighting his inefficiency behind the stumps. The dropped chances allowed MI to finish with a good score and put pressure on GT’s chase, knowing it was a do-or-die match.

At the crease, though, Mendis looked promising with the bat. When Shubman Gill fell first ball, he came in with Sai Sudharsan and attacked immediately. He hit two big sixes off Trent Boult and pushed momentum back into GT. The duo brought up a 50-run stand in just 28 deliveries, lifting GT's hopes before Mendis’ rare dismissal halted the surge.

Momentum with GT Despite Unusual Dismissal

Mendis' hit-wicket offered MI a brief opportunity to claw back into the game, but GT has continued to keep the scoreboard ticking. In-form Sai Sudharsan and Washington Sunder have now settled into the chase comfortably, exercising poise and power while MI continues to bear down on them.

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HITWICKET IN THE ELIMINATOR. 🤯

- Kusal Mendis just lost his wicket due to hitting the stumps. 😱pic.twitter.com/hwfMEqRdYT

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) May 30, 2025

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At the latest update, Gujarat Titans are 108/2 in 10.2 overs. With wickets in hand and good batting depth, GT continues to be in a position to push for a place in Qualifier 2 and keep their IPL 2025 title hopes alive.

Five-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians got a strong start against the IPL 2022 champions Gujarat Titans in the Eliminator of the IPL 2025. GT fielders Sai Sudharsan and Gerald Coetzee teamed up for a stunning catch to bring the first wicket, as that catch dismissed dangerous MI opener Jonny Bairstow just before completion of his half-century. 

After Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya chose to bat first, Mumbai Indians openers Rohit Sharma and Jonny Bairstow provided a strong start with 79/0 at the end of the powerplay. They had an 84-run partnership for the first wicket, before Jonny Bairstow was dismissed in the eighth over after scoring 47 off 22 balls with the help of four fours and three sixes. 

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Jonny Bairstow was dismissed after a superb work by Sai Sudharsan and Gerald Coetzee

Bairstow went for a reverse-sweep to the left-arm spinner Sai Kishore. Backward point fielder Sai Sudharsan, the Orange Cap holder, made a desperate dive to his left and pushed the ball towards the short third fielder Gerald Coetzee, who comfortably completed that catch to dismiss the English cricketer. It was a much-needed breakthrough for Gujarat Titans.  

Top teamwork 🫡

Sai Sudharsan 🤝 Gerald Coetzee

Jonny Bairstow departs after an entertaining 47(22).

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— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 30, 2025

Mumbai Indians scored 228/5 

Mumbai Indians ultimately managed to score 228/5 in 20 overs. Rohit Sharma smashed 81 off 50 balls with the help of nine fours and four sixes. In-form Suryakumar Yadav managed another 25+ knock by scoring 33 off 20 balls (one four and three sixes), while Tilak Varma (25 off 11 balls; three sixes) and skipper Hardik Pandya (22 not out off nine balls; three sixes) played useful cameos to set up a big total in the Eliminator. 

Gujarat Titans (GT) play  Mumbai Indians  (MI) in the Eliminator of the IPL 2025 playoffs on May 30, 2025, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, Chandigarh. GT, finishing third, aims to use their well-rounded squad to move on to Qualifier 2, and MI, finishing fourth, seeks to overcome their poor historical record against GT to reach the final. The winner will move on to Qualifier 2, and the loser will be eliminated.

Mullanpur Stadium Stats and Records

• Total Matches: 10
• Batting 1st Won: 5
• Batting 2nd Won: 5
• Highest Total: 219/6 by Punjab Kings vs. Chennai Super Kings, 2025
• Lowest Total: 95 (Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings)
• Highest Run-chase: 177/6 in 19.2 overs by Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals in 2024
• Lowest total defended: 182/9 by SRH vs PBKS in 2024
• Average 1st Innings Score: 180
• Average 2nd Innings: 170

Also Read: IPL 2025: GT vs MI Eliminator - A Head to Head breakdown

Weather and Pitch Report

 The expected weather in Chandigarh on May 30, 2025, will be hot (28-32°C and 40-50% humidity), and no rain is expected. Dew may play a factor for the chasing side in the second innings because the ball may skid onto the batsman, and the bowlers may struggle for grip. The Mullanpur pitch will provide a balanced surface. It will be fair to the batters at the beginning and will assist the spinners later on, because it will probably be dry. Teams have preferred to chase, as three of four have been won by the team setting a target so far this season.

GT vs MI: Match Preview

GT approaches Eliminator 1 as a confident team. Having won three of their last five matches, including a 36-run victory over MI in Match 9, GT appears to have their batting lineup in a rhythm led by Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan. They have gone above 180 in six of their matches this season, and they have a 66.67% win rate in those specific scenarios. There have at times been question marks surrounding GT's middle order. The loss of Jos Buttler for international duties may affect their top order. GT's bowling unit of Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj are still in good shape, although they will miss the all-round prowess of Gerald Coetzee, with Arshad Khan stepping in.

Also Read: Top 3 reasons why Punjab Kings Lost to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025 Qualifier 1

MI also enters the encounter with three wins from their last five matches. MI has relied on their explosive batting lineup, which features Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav, and they will be without Will Jacks for international duties, who scored a quickfire 50 in Match 56. MI's middle order has stepped up with the likes of Hardik Pandya and Tilak Varma, but MI's batting faltered in some low-scoring games, which included their 155/8 against GT. MI's bowling has done a great job, led by Jasprit Bumrah and D. Chahar, who have been relatively economical at an 8.1-run average in powerplay overs. Trent Boult and Mitchell Santner have been Control bowlers.

IPL 2025 is set for the next stage with the 4 best teams of the season. This time, all four teams are currently balancing on a thin thread; a single wrong move can prove fatal at this point. After winning the IPL 2024 with Kolkata Knight Riders, Shreyas Iyer is now on the same mission with Punjab Kings (PBKS). The way they performed on the field and the character they showed under immense pressure make them one of the hot favorites to win this season's Indian Premier League title.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the second team to confirm top 2 after Punjab, pulled out a stunning performance against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) before signing out from the league stage. LSG skipper Rishabh Pant's century faded away due to the collective efforts of RCB players.

Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians will lock horns in the Eliminator. The losing side will be straightaway knocked out, and the winning side will take another step closer to the final spot. From the beginning of the season, Gujarat Titans' performance has been dominating. The team combination and Captain Subhman Gill's tactical movement on time are some of the assets of the team. And Mumbai Indians again proved their ante; after a struggling initial phase in IPL 2025, they made a comeback that so far has helped them to reach the round of four. 

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Positive notes from the above-mentioned teams: 

• Punjab Kings:

1) Confidence 

2) Will to win at any circumstance 

3) Shreyas Iyer's leadership 

4) Pure team game

• Royal Challengers Bengaluru:

1) Performance under pressure

2) Unbeaten outside home ground 

3) Constant contribution from Virat Kohli's bat

4) multiple match winners

• Mumbai Indians:

1) Momentum 

2) Experience on big stages 

3) Dependable Suryakumar Yadav's form

4) Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult's combination 

• Gujarat Titans:

1) Well-oiled top order, especially Sai Sudharsan 

2) Shubman Gill as a leader 

3) Combination in the bowling department 

4) Strong middle-order 

IPL 2025 playoff fixtures

Qualifier 1, May 29: Punjab Kings vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru—Mullanpur

Eliminator, May 30: Gujarat Titans vs. Mumbai Indians—Mullanpur

Qualifier 2, June 1: Qualifier 1 loser vs. Eliminator winner—Ahmedabad

Final, June 3: Qualifier 1 winner vs. Qualifier 2 winner—Ahmedabad