IPL 2024 – Match 5: GT vs MI Match Preview, Playing 11, Players to Watch, Key Stats

Shubman Gill will take charge of the Gujarat Titans after Hardik Pandya's move to Mumbai Indians

Five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) will be taking on 2022 champions Gujarat Titans (GT) in their opening clash in the 17th edition of the Indian Premier League. It is set to be a great spectacle as the showdown sees the return of Gujarat Titans’ former skipper Hardik Pandya making his comeback for the Mumbai Indians.

Now, he returns to Ahmedabad as captain of Mumbai, after being the target of perhaps the most significant pre-auction player trade in IPL history. Hardik didn’t just go back to the franchise that forged him; he went back and replaced a five-time title winner as their leader. And the dynamics between him and Rohit Sharma on the field will come under intense scrutiny on Sunday night.

Match Details: 

Date24 March 2024
Time7:30 PM IST
VenueNarendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

Pitch Report

Talking about the surface of the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, the pitch is favourable for both batters and fielders due to its fast outfield. This ground is perfect for chasing a total. Out of the 27 IPL matches played on this ground, 13 have been won by the team batting first, and 14 by the team batting second. 


GT vs MI Probable Playing XI

Team news: No SKY for MI

Mumbai’s No. 3 Suryakumar Yadav is still recovering from ankle surgery at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru, while two of their overseas quicks Jason Behrendorff and Dilshan Madushanka have been ruled out of the season with injuries. Gerald Coetzee is also not fit to play against the Titans.

Gujarat Titans Playing 11 vs MI

Shubman Gill (C), Wriddhiman Saha (WK), B Sai Sudharsan, Kane Williamson, David Miller, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Umesh Yadav, Spencer Johnson, Mohit Sharma.

Mumbai Indians: Playing 11 vs GT

Rohit Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma,  Hardik Pandya (C), Nehal Wadhera, Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Piyush Chawla, Jasprit Bumrah, Kwena Mphak, Kumar Kartikeya.


Key Batters To Watch for GT vs MI

David Miller

David Miller
David Miller | SOurce: X.com

David Miller has been in good form in the last 2-3 seasons in the IPL. The star batter can win matches on his own. Given the absence of some key players, Miller’s role will be crucial for the success of the Titans.

Hardik Pandya

Hardik Pandya is back with MI, this time around as the captain. He will be playing as a finisher in MI, which is his stronghold in T20 cricket. He can also be handy as a bowler by delivering some overs in the powerplay overs.

Ishan Kishan

Ishan Kishan has been out of action for the last three months. However, the star player would be willing to start the IPL 2024 on a good note. Kishan is handy as a wicketkeeper and can score runs at the top for MI.

Key Bowlers to Watch for GT vs MI

Jasprit Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah
Jasprit Bumrah | Source: X.com

Jasprit Bumrah did not take part in the IPL 2023 due to an injury. The star bowler would be raring to go come the 17th edition of the league. The right-arm pacer is arguably the best bowler in the world and T20 is his best format.

Umesh Yadav

Umesh Yadav did not get enough opportunities in the IPL 2023. He was released by KKR and picked by GT in the IPL 2024. Given the absence of Mohammed Shami, Yadav will be crucial in the powerplay overs to claim wickets for GT.


Key Stats for GT vs MI

  • Shubhman Gill is the leading run-scorer vs MI with 243 runs, followed by Suryakumar Yadav.
  • Gujarat Titans posted their highest total against MI of 233 runs at this venue only.
  • Rashid Khan is the most successful bowler at this venue with 10 wickets.
  • Bumrah has dismissed Gill once across seven IPL meetings, having conceded just 25 runs off 23 balls.