Mumbai Indians set a formidable 228/5, propelled by Rohit Sharma's 81 and Jonny Bairstow's impactful debut of 47. Trent Boult's early dismissal of Shubman Gill dealt a blow to Gujarat Titans' chase in the crucial knockout clash. Hardik Pandya roared in celebration, as did Boult and the rest of the MI camp. Gill reviewed the decision, but the replays didn’t favor him, and he walked back disappointed.
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