Mumbai Indians thrashed Gujarat Titans by 99 runs in IPL 2026 Match 30. This match took place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Tilak Varma was the standout player, scoring his maiden IPL century. He finished with an impressive 101* off just 45 balls.
Gujarat Titans struggled significantly. They were bowled out for a mere 100 runs in just 15.5 overs.
Kagiso Rabada delivered a sensational performance, taking 3 wickets for 33 runs in his 4 overs. Ashwani Kumar was even more impactful, claiming 4 wickets for only 24 runs.
The victory marked a crucial turnaround for Mumbai Indians, who had lost four matches in a row prior to this win. They now sit in seventh place on the points table.
As of midday, Gujarat Titans remain in sixth place after this defeat. Their net run rate dropped to -0.821 following the match.
Mumbai Indians improved their net run rate to +0.067 with this win. Shubman Gill won the toss and elected to bowl first, a decision that backfired spectacularly.
Faf du Plessis commented on the team’s struggles earlier this season, stating that “Mumbai Indians haven’t figured their best combination yet.” Yet, this performance suggests they are finding their footing.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any injuries or further implications from this match. What remains clear is that the night entirely belonged to Tilak Varma.
The Mumbai Indians’ bowling attack operated flawlessly as a unit, showcasing their potential moving forward this season.
