IPL 2024: Gujarat Titans beat Mumbai Indians by 6 runs, Points table updated
GT vs MI: For the consecutive 12th season, Mumbai Indians lose the IPL opening match, this time under new skipper Hardik Pandya. Under new skipper, Shubman Gill, Gujarat Titans made a dream comeback and won the game by 6 runs.
Published Mar 24, 2024, 11:39 pm IST
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The clash between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Mumbai Indians (MI) in IPL 2024 was a thrilling spectacle marked by intense competition and stellar performances. In a nail-biting finish, GT pacer Umesh Yadav showcased nerves of steel as he clinched two crucial wickets in the final over, securing victory for his franchise by a narrow margin of 6 runs.
Chasing a target of 169, MI needed 19 to win off the last over after Rashid Khan and Mohit Sharma applied the squeeze on them. Pandya was on strike and hit a six and a four off the first two balls. However, Umesh Yadav fought back by dismissing Pandya off the third ball and then getting another wicket off the next.
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Mumbai Indians’ Opening Match Misfortune Continues
For the twelfth consecutive season, Mumbai Indians suffered defeat in their opening match of the IPL, this time under the leadership of new skipper Hardik Pandya. The loss added to their streak of misfortune in the tournament’s initial fixture.
Gujarat Titans’ Batting Struggles
Despite possessing a formidable batting lineup, Gujarat Titans encountered difficulties against the fiery pace of Mumbai Indians’ bowlers, particularly Jasprit Bumrah. Only Sai Sudharsan offered resistance with his gritty knock of 45 runs, as GT posted a modest total of 168/6 in their allotted 20 overs.
Mumbai Indians’ Chase: Rohit Sharma and Dewald Brevis Shine
Facing a target of 169, Mumbai Indians encountered early setbacks with losing two wickets. However, Rohit Sharma and Dewald Brevis orchestrated a remarkable comeback, putting MI in a commanding position with their aggressive strokeplay. Despite Rohit’s dismissal for 43 runs and Brevis’ departure after a brisk partnership of 77 runs, MI remained in contention for victory.
GT’s Strong Start and MI’s Resilient Bowling
GT got a promising start, with skipper Shubman Gill leading the charge. However, Mumbai Indians’ bowlers, spearheaded by Jasprit Bumrah, staged a remarkable comeback to restrict GT’s scoring rate. Spinners Piyush Chawla and Shams Mulani further dented GT’s momentum, while Bumrah’s late strikes tilted the scales in MI’s favor.
IPL 2024 Updated Points Table
| No | Team | M | W | L | T | N/R | PTS | Net RR | Form |
| 1 | Rajasthan Royals | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1.000 | W—- |
| 2 | Chennai Super Kings | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.779 | W—- |
| 3 | Punjab Kings | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.455 | W—- |
| 4 | Gujarat Titans | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.300 | W—- |
| 5 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.200 | W—- |
| 6 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.200 | L—- |
| 7 | Mumbai Indians | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.300 | L—- |
| 8 | Delhi Capitals | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.455 | L—- |
| 9 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.779 | L—- |
| 10 | Lucknow Super Giants | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1.000 | L—- |
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