Match 56 of IPL 2025 saw Mumbai Indians (MI) pull off a solid win against Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Wankhede Stadium. From impact players to a magic by Ashwani Kumar, MI’s smart tactics made the difference.
MI vs GT: Concussion Drama Turns into Debut Glory
The match turned emotional when Corbin Bosch was hit on the helmet and had to leave the field. In came Ashwani Kumar as a concussion substitute—and what a everlasting performance it was!
Ashwani Kumar – The Surprise Star of MI vs GT
Ashwani bowled with pace and confidence. He took 2 wickets – Jos Butler and Rashid Khan
Smart Moves: MI’s Use of Impact Player Rule
MI again used the Impact Player rule cleverly by bringing in Karn Sharma for Rohit Sharma. While Karn didn’t get wickets, his economy rate helped control the game.
Tilak Varma Anchors the MI Chase Calmly
Chasing a low total, Tilak Varma guided MI’s innings with maturity and smart strike rotation. He played the anchor role perfectly.
MI vs GT: Bowling Performance Summary
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jasprit Bumrah | 4 | 19 | 2 | 4.80 |
| Trent Boult | 4 | 22 | 2 | 5.50 |
| Ashwani Kumar | 4 | 28 | 2 | 7.00 |
| Karn Sharma | 2 | 13 | 0 | 6.50 |
| Deepak Chahar | 2 | 17 | 0 | 8.50 |
MI vs GT Key Highlights – What Stood Out
- Ashwani Kumar’s sensational impact performance with 2 wickets
- Corbin Bosch’s injury led to first use of a concussion substitute
- Karn Sharma as an effective impact sub
- Tilak Varma’s steady chase sealed the win
- Mumbai Indians used their full squad (13 players) efficiently
What This Means for MI in IPL 2025
With this win, Mumbai Indians continue to show their smart tactical play and depth in squad. Young talent like Ashwani Kumar adds fresh energy to their IPL 2025 campaign.
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