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Gujarat Titans’ Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 journey came to a crushing end as they suffered a 20-run defeat to Mumbai Indians in the Eliminator clash at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on Friday, May 30.
Gujarat Titans crash out of IPL 2025 after heartbreaking Eliminator loss to Mumbai Indians
Despite leading the points table for a significant part of the league stage, GT’s campaign unraveled dramatically with three consecutive losses, first to Lucknow Super Giants, then Chennai Super Kings and finally to Mumbai Indians at the knockout stage. The loss was particularly bitter for Shubman Gill and his team, who had shown consistency through the tournament. However, under pressure, Gujarat faltered when it mattered most. Mumbai Indians, under the leadership of Hardik Pandya, held their nerve to secure a spot in Qualifier 2. They will now face Punjab Kings in Ahmedabad on June 1 for a chance to reach the IPL 2025 final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on June 3.
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Ashish Nehra’s son and Shubman Gill’s sister visibly distraught after GT’s elimination
The heartbreak of Gujarat’s exit extended far beyond the field. As the final ball was bowled and Mumbai sealed their victory, cameras captured deeply emotional scenes in the stands. Ashish Nehra’s young son was seen crying inconsolably, overcome by the tension and the pain of seeing his father’s team knocked out. Nearby spectators made gentle attempts to comfort the boy, but the weight of the moment proved too much for him.
The emotional wave didn’t stop there. Shubman Gill’s sister, Shahneel, was also spotted wiping away tears, visibly shaken as she sought solace among Gujarat Titans supporters around her. The raw reactions from the families of players and coaching staff painted a powerful picture of how emotionally invested they were in the team’s fortunes. A video capturing both Shahneel and Nehra’s son looking heartbroken has since gone viral on social media, resonating deeply with viewers and cricket lovers.
