By Krishna Dua 
IPL 2025 Qualifier 2: Shubman Gill’s Masterclass and Mohit Sharma’s Fifer Propel Gujarat Titans to Final
Date: May 30, 2025
Introduction
In a high-stakes encounter at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, the Gujarat Titans (GT) showcased a dominant performance against the Mumbai Indians (MI) in the IPL 2025 Qualifier 2. With a blend of explosive batting and incisive bowling, GT secured a comprehensive 62-run victory, earning their place in the IPL final. The match featured incredible performances from star players, especially Shubman Gill and Mohit Sharma, who played defining roles in ensuring GT’s progression.
Gujarat Titans’ Batting Brilliance
Opting to bat first after losing the toss, Gujarat Titans opened with Shubman Gill and Wriddhiman Saha. Although Saha departed early, caught behind off Jason Behrendorff, Gill took control of the innings. Playing with confidence and class, he unleashed a flurry of boundaries and sixes, taking the attack to the MI bowlers.
Gill’s knock was a blend of elegance and power. He reached his fifty in just 28 balls and continued to dominate, racing to his century in only 49 balls. He smashed 10 towering sixes and 7 boundaries, dispatching deliveries from Behrendorff, Bumrah, and Piyush Chawla with ease. The Mumbai bowlers had no answers to Gill’s onslaught.
The highlight of the innings was the 138-run partnership between Gill and Sai Sudharsan. Sudharsan rotated the strike well, playing a supporting role and allowing Gill to take center stage. After Sudharsan retired out for 43 (31 balls), captain Hardik Pandya came in and added a fiery cameo of 28 not out from 13 balls. David Miller also chipped in with 17* off 7 balls. GT ended their innings at 233/3—one of the highest totals in IPL playoff history.
Mumbai Indians’ Response
With a daunting target of 234 to chase, Mumbai Indians needed a strong start. However, their innings began on a disastrous note. Mohammed Shami struck in the very first over, removing Nehal Wadhera for a duck. Rohit Sharma, under pressure to anchor the innings, fell cheaply to Spencer Johnson, mistiming a pull shot to mid-wicket. MI were quickly reduced to 21/2.
Suryakumar Yadav walked in and tried to stabilize the innings alongside Tilak Varma. The duo began counter-attacking, with Tilak smashing boundaries off Rashid Khan and Noor Ahmad. He scored a blazing 43 off just 14 balls, featuring 5 fours and 3 sixes. However, his aggressive approach eventually led to his downfall as he holed out to long-on against Rashid.
Suryakumar continued the fightback with an elegant 61 off 38 deliveries, keeping MI’s hopes alive. He struck 4 sixes and 5 boundaries, targeting the leg-side and clearing the infield frequently. But as wickets tumbled at the other end, the pressure mounted.
Mohit Sharma’s Bowling Mastery
Just when MI looked like regaining momentum, GT brought back Mohit Sharma into the attack—and the game turned decisively. The veteran pacer bowled with remarkable precision, mixing his slower balls, yorkers, and cutters to perfection.
Mohit’s spell began with the crucial wicket of Tim David, who had just hit a boundary. In his next over, he removed Suryakumar Yadav, MI’s last major hope. Sharma then cleaned up the tail, finishing with astonishing figures of 5 wickets for just 10 runs in 2.2 overs. It was one of the most impactful bowling performances in IPL playoff history, sending shockwaves through the MI dugout.
Mohit’s ability to maintain composure under pressure was commendable. He kept the batters guessing with his variations and ensured that MI never got back into the game. With his spell, he broke the spine of the MI batting lineup, ending their hopes of a comeback.
Statistical Highlights
- Shubman Gill’s 129 (60 balls) is the highest individual score of IPL 2025 and his third century this season.
- Mohit Sharma’s 5/10: Best bowling figures by a GT player in IPL history.
- GT’s total of 233/3 is among the top five highest team totals in IPL playoffs.
- The 138-run stand between Gill and Sudharsan is a record second-wicket partnership for GT.
- MI were bowled out for 171 in 18.2 overs, losing by 62 runs.
Player Reactions
Shubman Gill, adjudged Player of the Match, said: “It’s always special to perform in big games. I just wanted to stay focused and capitalize on the powerplay. It feels amazing to help my team reach the final.”
Mohit Sharma added: “I stuck to my basics. I’ve been working hard on my slower balls, and it paid off. Getting five wickets in a Qualifier match is a dream come true.”
Captain Hardik Pandya praised the team effort: “Very proud of the boys. Shubman was outstanding, and Mohit turned the game around completely. Now our focus is on the final.”
Looking Ahead
With this dominant win, Gujarat Titans now gear up to face Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2025 Final. CSK, under the leadership of MS Dhoni, has been consistent throughout the tournament and will be a tough opponent. The stage is set for an epic clash between two modern IPL powerhouses.
GT will rely on their top-order firepower and balanced bowling attack to counter CSK’s experience and adaptability. Fans are eagerly anticipating a high-octane finale that could go down as one of the best in IPL history.
Conclusion
The IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 was a match full of drama, brilliance, and cricketing excellence. Gujarat Titans, led by Shubman Gill’s batting heroics and Mohit Sharma’s stunning spell, outclassed Mumbai Indians to seal their spot in the final. It was a performance that reflected their hunger, skill, and teamwork. As the cricketing world turns its attention to the grand finale, GT has made a bold statement—they are ready for the title fight.
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