IPL 2017 – Gujarat Lions vs Mumbai Indians -Match Prediction!

Apr 15, 2017 at 8:43 PM

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IPL 2017 – Gujarat Lions vs Mumbai Indians -Match Prediction!

Gujarat Lions and Mumbai Indians will look forward to maintaining their winning rhythm when they take on each other in the 16th match of the league stage on Sunday.

Both teams are fresh from wonderful wins but there is a slight difference which will be visible as the build up for the match gains steam.

MI will walk in with a bullish attitude, considering their recent form. However, GL were able to register their first win after losing two on the trot which makes them slightly incompetent as far as the present win-loss record is concerned.

MI will also be looking forward to achieving the top spot in the points table. KKR, after their recent win against SRH, currently sit at the top with 6 points from 3 wins in 4 matches.

MI also has the same tally but can leapfrog them if they manage to beat GL in the upcoming fixture. GL, on the other hand, will aim to solidify their presence in the points table by earning another 2 points.

Overview:

GL:

The scintillating win over Rising Pune Supergiant is what is required to stay in top shape mentally when focussing on playing against a highly dominating side like Mumbai Indians. MI, at the moment, simply look unbothered of the circumstances and winning seems to be the only option for them. Therefore, GL has to be flawless on Sunday and show utmost superiority to overcome the challenge.

MI:

MI has attained a winning streak which currently reads as three back to wins in four matches; all of which have come in spectacular fashion. This wonderful form is what makes them dangerous. It has been a display of collective effort and the upcoming match shall witness the same.

View on think tank:

GL:

The focus will be on the bowling attack of the Gujarat Lions. Andrew Tye’s magical knuckleballs that helped him snap a wonderful five-wicket haul overshadowed the dull work done by done by Ravindra Jadeja, Praveen Kumar and Shadab Jakati. This abovementioned trio wasted their efforts and gave away runs at over 10 runs an over in their spells. This fact should cause some worry, especially when preparing to face an opposition whose ‘hitmen’ are in form.

MI:

Rohit Sharma’s lack of runs under his belt is a weakness worth pointing out. His scores of 3, 2, 4, 0 clearly depict the kind of worse form he is in at the moment. The focus hasn’t shifted on the skipper yet, as the team has managed to cover his failures with emphatic victories. However, it will be great to see him get back in form and enjoy the team victories with good contribution rather carrying a heavy heart.

Tracking the strengths:

GL

Andrew Tye will be the man under limelight after his bowling variations foxed the Pune side fatally. MI’s batting order, which can be unruly and brash, may fall into his trap if luck favours the Australian fast bowler. The batting also looks wonderful. The inclusion of Ishan Kishan and the in-form opening pair of DR Smith and Brendon McCullum can cause trouble for Mumbai Indians.

MI

Mumbai Indians’ strength – The entire team! Have a glance on the previous game’s highlights and there would be no justification required. The entire team seems to have developed a sort of ability which has helped them overcome losing situations and convert them into victories.

Head to Head

Gujarat Lions will be happy with the head to head record they have with Mumbai Indians which reads as 2 wins in two matches. This should be a good source of motivation apart from the boost of morale they received after opening up their account in the points tally.

Prediction:

MI start as the favourites to win. The reason simply being their recent form and the all-around performers of their playing XI. They seem to be going through a great patch of form. Be it Harbhajan Singh’s spin web or Pandya Brother ‘double-trouble’ or Pollard out of the natural skin chasing effort, something or the other factor ends up working in their favour. GL are easily set to face their toughest challenge on Sunday.

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