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IPL 2026 • Match 51
Gujarat TitansGujarat TitansHome
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Mumbai IndiansMumbai IndiansAway
24 April 2026 07:30 pm IST Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

GT vs MI Match Preview

GT host MI at the magnificent Motera under lights. Rashid vs SKY is one of the IPL's most anticipated matchups — leg-spin wizard against the 360-degree batter. Hardik Pandya returns to Ahmedabad where he once captained GT, adding emotional depth to this clash.

Why You Should Watch This Match

  • 1Rashid vs SKY — leg-spin master vs 360-degree batter
  • 2Hardik returns to Ahmedabad — former GT captain faces his old team
  • 3Bumrah vs Gill — best fast bowler vs India's next captain
  • 4Motera under lights — 132,000-seat stadium at full capacity

GT vs MI Head to Head Record

3
GT Wins
7
Total Matches
4
MI Wins
43%
57%
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Motera Pitch Report

BalancedAvg 1st Innings: 170-180

Motera's surface provides true bounce and carries well for both pace and spin. The large ground dimensions reward bowlers who can vary their lengths, while batters need to work harder for boundaries.

Toss Decision

No strong preference. Both batting first and chasing have produced wins at Motera.

Key Player Battle

Rashid Khan vs Suryakumar Yadav

Gujarat Titans

GT Key Players

  • Shubman Gill
  • Rashid Khan
  • Sai Sudharsan
  • Mohit Sharma
  • Wriddhiman Saha
Mumbai Indians

MI Key Players

  • Rohit Sharma
  • Suryakumar Yadav
  • Hardik Pandya
  • Jasprit Bumrah
  • Trent Boult

Fantasy Cricket

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is GT vs MI IPL 2026?

Gujarat Titans vs Mumbai Indians IPL 2026 Match 51 is scheduled for 24 April 2026 at 02:00 pm IST at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.

What is the GT vs MI head to head record?

In 7 IPL encounters, Mumbai Indians leads 4-3. There have been 0 no results.

What is the pitch report for GT vs MI at Motera?

Motera's surface provides true bounce and carries well for both pace and spin. The large ground dimensions reward bowlers who can vary their lengths, while batters need to work harder for boundaries.

Who will win GT vs MI IPL 2026 Match 51?

Based on current form, squad strength, and venue conditions, this promises to be a closely contested match. Check our detailed prediction and Dream11 tips for expert analysis.

What is the average score at Motera?

The average first innings score at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad is approximately 170-180. Both bat and ball are competitive at this venue.

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Last updated: 31 March 2026. All match timings are in IST. Playing XIs will be confirmed at the toss.