The IPL 2025 Eliminator saw a bold move from the Mumbai Indians (MI). Winning the toss against the Gujarat Titans (GT), MI elected to bat first, a decision captain Hardik Pandya justified by citing a batting-friendly pitch. But the real surprise came in MI’s team selection. Three players made their debut for the team: Bairstow, Gleeson, and Bawa. This significant shake-up to the lineup was met with considerable intrigue. Meanwhile, GT also made changes to their team, bringing in Mendis and Sundar to replace Buttler and Arshad Khan. This high-stakes match promised excitement from the outset, with both teams demonstrating a willingness to take risks in their quest for victory.