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Gujarat Titans vs Mumbai Indians, IPL 2023 Qualifier 2: Predicted XI Of Both Teams

With a place in the final up for grabs, Mumbai Indians would be fancying their chances against defending champions Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 2 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Friday. Akash Madhwal's breathtaking bowling performance against Lucknow Super Giants in the Eliminator has given MI a much-needed boost ahead of the clash against the holders. GT, on the other hand, were outclassed and outgunned in Qualifier 1 by MS Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings. The Hardik Pandya-led side will have one last chance to gather themselves up and put their best foot forward in familiar conditions here in order to qualify for their second IPL final on the trot.

MI Sensation Akash Madhwal Banned From Local Tournaments, Brother Cites "Dar Ka Mahoul"

Mumbai Indians unearthed a new gem as pacer Akash Madhwal bagged a 5-wicket haul for the franchise, playing pivotal role in the team's victory over Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 Eliminator. As the cricketing fraternity went ga-ga over the emergence of another pace bowling gem from Mumbai Indians, Madhwal's brother shared some interesting anecdotes from the seamer's cricketing background. In fact, Akash's brother Ashish revealed that the MI star is banned from playing cricket in his hometown, as he had become too dangerous to play against.

"If It Had Been MS Dhoni...": Sunil Gavaskar's Intriguing Take On Rohit Sharma's Captaincy

Rohit Sharma is a captain who has led Mumbai Indians to 5 titles in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Yet, some feel he doesn't get the sort of credit he deserves for his leadership. After uncapped pacer Akash Madhwal led MI to a crucial victory over Luknow Super Giants in the Eliminator with a fifer, Rohit received plenty of praise from the cricketing fraternity for allowing the young pacer the opportunity to deliver at this stage. But, Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar doesn't feel Rohit gets the sort of credit that Chennai Super Kings skipper MS Dhoni does.

Cameron Green Star Picks 'Best Side In IPL 2023'. It Isn't CSK Or MI

Cameron Green is finally justifying his Rs 17.5 crore billing just when Mumbai Indians needed him the most and is happy that his team after initial struggles is now a step away from the IPL summit clash. Having pummelled Lucknow Super Giants by 81 runs in the Eliminator, MI will face defending champions Gujarat Titans on Friday in the second Qualifier to decide Chennai Super Kings' opposition in Sunday's final. Green in fact said even skipper Rohit Sharma told newcomers in dressing room that the five-time champions are slow starters.

Watch: Akash Madhwal's Priceless Reaction On Receiving Match Ball After Five-Wicket Haul In IPL 2023 Eliminator

Akash Madhwal engineered Mumbai Indians' comprehensive 81-run win over Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL 2023 Eliminator on Wednesday, registering staggering figures of 5 for 5 in 3.3 overs. Madhwal, who was working as an engineer and playing tennis-ball cricket just a few years ago, has now entered the IPL history books with his figures against LSG. He now holds the record of the most economical figures in the history of IPL playoffs. During MI's dressing room celebrations, Madhwal was presented with the match ball, and he was all smiles after receiving the memento.

BCCI Could Rest All Seniors For Afghanistan Series After WTC Final: Report

Contrary to reports in some quarters that BCCI is planning to cancel the proposed home series against Afghanistan due to cramped calendar, there is possibility that a second string team might play with all seniors including ODI and Test captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli rested before West Indies tour. All Indian players were involved in a gruelling IPL for nearly two months and will be in England for a one-off WTC final but after that, most seniors like Kohli and Rohit will need rest before they embark on West Indies tour where all three formats will be played. Kohli and Rohit are certain two play Tests and ODIs and would need adequate rest.

"No Role For Anchor In T20 Cricket": Rohit Sharma's Take On The Big Debate In Shortest Format

India captain Rohit Sharma believes T20 cricket has changed and there is no role for anchors left in the format, adding that he has been exploring what he can achieve more as a batter even though his change in approach has brought about failures. The Indian captain across formats, Rohit says as a batter he wants to do things 'differently' now without worrying too much about the outcomes, and that power-hitting could never be his forte. "As I see it, there is no role for an anchor now. It is just how T20 cricket is played these days, unless you are 20/3 or 4, which is not going to happen every day," Rohit told Jio Cinema.

"Down But Not Defeated": Gautam Gambhir's Trademark Message After LSG's Defeat In IPL 2023

Lucknow Super Giants mentor Gautam Gambhir took to social media to post a special message after his side was eliminated from the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 on Wednesday. LSG were completely outplayed by Mumbai Indians in the IPL Eliminator thanks to an impressive five-wicket haul from young pacer Akash Madhwal as they were beaten by 81 runs. “Down but not defeated! Big thanks to the fans for showing immense love. We'll be back!” Gambhir posted on Twitter.

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Gujarat Titans vs Mumbai Indians, IPL 2023 Qualifier 2: Predicted XI Of Both Teams

MI Sensation Akash Madhwal Banned From Local Tournaments, Brother Cites "Dar Ka Mahoul"

"If It Had Been MS Dhoni...": Sunil Gavaskar's Intriguing Take On Rohit Sharma's Captaincy

Cameron Green Star Picks 'Best Side In IPL 2023'. It Isn't CSK Or MI

Watch: Akash Madhwal's Priceless Reaction On Receiving Match Ball After Five-Wicket Haul In IPL 2023 Eliminator

BCCI Could Rest All Seniors For Afghanistan Series After WTC Final: Report

"No Role For Anchor In T20 Cricket": Rohit Sharma's Take On The Big Debate In Shortest Format

"Down But Not Defeated": Gautam Gambhir's Trademark Message After LSG's Defeat In IPL 2023