Mumbai Indians pulled off a thrilling 20-run win over Gujarat Titans in the eliminator match, booking their spot in the second qualifier. They’ll face off against Punjab Kings on June 1. Mumbai set the tone with a massive 228-run total after batting first. Gujarat fought hard, but ultimately fell short with 208 runs.
Rohit Sharma and Sai Sudarshan stole the show with their powerful half-centuries. Sharma’s innings was a masterclass, leaving the Gujarat bowlers struggling to contain him. Sudarshan, on the other hand, played a crucial role in Mumbai’s middle order, ensuring they posted a competitive total.
In response, Gujarat got off to a disastrous start, losing captain Shubman Gill for just 1 run. Sai Sudarshan and Kusal Mendis briefly steadied the ship with a 64-run stand, but Mendis’ departure for 20 runs derailed their momentum. Sudarshan then combined with Washington Sundar for a blistering 84-run partnership, but it wasn’t enough to seal the win for Gujarat.
Sundar’s explosive 48-run knock off 24 balls was a highlight of Gujarat’s innings. However, his dismissal triggered a collapse, with Sherfane Rutherford and Rahul Tewatia failing to make a significant impact. Tewatia, in particular, was disappointing, managing just 16 runs despite being well-set.
The stage is now set for Mumbai’s showdown with Punjab Kings in the second qualifier. With their batting lineup firing on all cylinders, Mumbai will be confident of overcoming the Punjab challenge and booking a spot in the final.