IPL 2025: MI correct Rohit Sharma impact sub mistake, GT bench Glenn Phillips again
Mumbai Indians (MI) made a bold call to feature their star batter Rohit Sharma for the full match against Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, reversing their decision from the previous game where the premier batter was used as an impact substitute against Chennai Super Kings (CSK). The return of Rohit to the playing XI sparked excitement among MI fans, especially as the side looked to bounce back from their opening defeat.
Taking the field at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, both teams were desperate to secure their first win of the season. While MI chose to bowl first after winning the toss, the inclusion of Rohit Sharma grabbed headlines. Adding to the intrigue was the return of regular skipper Hardik Pandya, who missed the opening clash against CSK due to suspension. IPL 2025, GT vs MI: Score and updates
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One surprising omission from MI’s lineup was 20-year-old spinner Vignesh Puthur, who had impressed with a three-wicket haul on debut against CSK. Instead, MI opted for the experience of Afghan spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman, perhaps favouring his proven ability to contain runs on a flat deck.
Meanwhile, Gujarat Titans, led by Shubman Gill, remained unchanged from their opening loss to Punjab Kings, meaning Glenn Phillips once again missed out on the playing XI. With GT already fielding four overseas stars in Jos Buttler, Sherfaine Rutherford, Rashid Khan, and Kagiso Rabada, there was no room for Phillips as an impact substitute either.
GT vs MI IPL 2025: Playing XIs
Gujarat Titans Playing XI: Shubman Gill(c), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler(w), Sherfane Rutherford, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna
Mumbai Indians Playing XI: Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton(w), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya(c), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Satyanarayana Raju
Both teams, eager to break their winless start to the season, set up an exciting contest under the lights in Ahmedabad, with Rohit’s full-match role adding an extra layer of drama.
