Hardik Pandya Returns to Ahmedabad as Mumbai Indians Face Gujarat Titans in IPL 2025

Pandya, back after a one-match ban, leads MI against his former team as both sides seek their first win of the season.

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya returned to the playing XI for IPL 2025 after serving a one-match ban for a slow over-rate from IPL 2024.
Pandya won the toss against Gujarat Titans and chose to field first at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Both MI and GT are aiming for their first victory of the season after disappointing starts in their opening matches.
Pandya's move from Gujarat Titans to Mumbai Indians in IPL 2024 had sparked fan hostility, but his international success has since helped redeem his reputation.
Pandya expressed confidence in his team's preparation and unity, emphasizing mutual support as a key focus for the season.