Gujarat Titans (GT) host Mumbai Indians (MI) in Match 30 of IPL 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on Monday, April 20, 2026. Match starts at 7:30 PM IST (toss at 7:00 PM IST).
Watch the live telecast on Star Sports Network and live stream on JioHotstar (app and website).
Two former captains of the same team facing off. Hardik Pandya led GT to the 2022 IPL title before moving to MI. Now he returns to the world’s largest cricket stadium as the opposition captain. That subplot alone makes this a must-watch.
The form contrast is stark. GT have won 3 in a row and are climbing the table. MI have lost 4 in a row after their opening-game win, sitting 9th on the points table. GT’s bowling economy of under 9 vs MI’s league-worst 11.34 economy tells the entire story.
GT vs MI IPL 2026 Match 30: Quick Details
| Details | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | GT vs MI, IPL 2026 Match 30 |
| Date | Monday, April 20, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST (Toss at 7:00 PM IST) |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| TV Telecast (India) | Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Tamil, Star Sports 1 Telugu, Star Sports 1 Kannada (+ HD) |
| Live Streaming (India) | JioHotstar (App and Website) |
| Live Streaming (UK) | Sky Sports Cricket / Sky Go / NOW TV |
| Live Streaming (USA) | Willow TV |
| Live Streaming (Australia) | Kayo Sports / Fox Cricket |
How to Watch GT vs MI Live in India
On TV: Star Sports Network broadcasts all IPL 2026 matches in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada. Available on Tata Play, Airtel Digital TV, Dish TV, and D2H.
Online Streaming: JioHotstar is the exclusive platform. Plans start at ₹79/month (Mobile), ₹149/month (Super), and ₹299/month (Premium with 4K). Bundled access available through Jio, Airtel, and Vi recharge plans.
GT vs MI: Probable Playing XIs
Here are the Playing XI of both the teams:
Key Player Battles to Watch
Shubman Gill vs Jasprit Bumrah: Gill scored 129 off 60 balls against MI at this venue. He has 185 runs in this rivalry. Bumrah is MI’s last hope with the ball. This powerplay duel defines the match.
Hardik Pandya vs his former team: Pandya captained GT to the 2022 title at this very ground. He knows every inch of this pitch, the crowd dynamics, and the tactical nuances of playing here. Facing Rashid Khan, his former teammate, adds an emotional layer to an already high-stakes encounter.
Rashid Khan vs MI’s middle order: Rashid has consistently troubled MI’s batters on the slower Ahmedabad surface. SKY and Tilak Varma are MI’s best batters against spin, but Rashid in the middle overs at Motera is a different challenge.
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
The world’s largest cricket stadium and GT’s home fortress. The average first-innings score at this venue in IPL 2026 is 195 (from 2 matches). High-scoring games are the norm.
The pitch is batting-friendly but offers more for spinners compared to most IPL venues. Rashid Khan and Varun Chakravarthy have both been effective here. The dew factor plays a role in evening matches, favouring the chasing side.
GT have won all 3 league-stage matches vs MI at this venue. MI have never won at Motera in league-stage fixtures against GT. That is a psychological mountain for the five-time champions.
Weather: Around 38-39°C during the day, cooling by evening. No rain expected. Match-time temperature around 35°C.
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Final Thoughts: Fans Can Watch GT vs MI On Star Sports Network And JioHotstar
GT vs MI at the Narendra Modi Stadium is the most one-sided contest on paper this week. Tune in at 7:30 PM IST on Monday, April 20 on Star Sports (TV) or JioHotstar (streaming).
Gill’s 129 at this venue, Pandya’s homecoming, MI’s 11.34 economy vs GT’s disciplined attack, and 3 wins in a row vs 4 losses in a row. If MI lose tonight, playoff elimination becomes a matter of mathematics, not possibility. GT, on the other hand, could climb into the top 4 with a win.
