Twitter reactions: Shubman Gill’s ton, Mohit Sharma’s 5-fer catapults GT into IPL 2023 final with sensational Qualifier 2 win over MI

In a high-stakes encounter on the Narendra Modi Stadium, Gujarat Titans (GT) defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) within the Qualifier 2 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023. Titans emerged victorious by a commanding margin of 62 runs and marched into the ultimate the place they’ll face Chennai Tremendous Kings (CSK) on Could 28.

Put in to bat, the Titans put up a mammoth whole of 233 runs for the lack of 3 wickets of their allotted 20 overs. Shubman Gill showcased his brilliance with an distinctive knock of 129 runs off simply 60 deliveries, together with 7 fours and a staggering 10 sixes. Gill acquired assist from Sai Sudharsan, who contributed a priceless 43 runs off 31 balls. Captain Hardik Pandya‘s quickfire 28 off 13 deliveries additional propelled the Titans to their imposing whole.

In pursuit of the goal, Mumbai struggled to achieve momentum as their batting lineup faltered, and had been finally bowled out for 171 runs in 18.2 overs, falling quick by 62 runs. Suryakumar Yadav fought valiantly, scoring a well-crafted 61 runs off 38 balls, whereas Cameron Inexperienced and Tilak Varma made helpful contributions of 30 and 43 runs respectively.

The Titans’ bowlers put up a formidable show, led by Mohit Sharma, who claimed an unbelievable five-wicket haul for simply 10 runs in 2.2 overs. Rashid Khan and Mohammed Shami additionally made essential breakthroughs, taking 2 wickets every, whereas Josh Little chipped in with a wicket.

Right here is how Twitter reacted:

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Shubman Gill the SUPER STAR .. @ShubmanGill excellent batting Champion. So pleased with you @IPL

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) Could 26, 2023

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4 bowlers of GT have taken 93 wickets no different workforce’s high 4 bowlers have taken as many wickets. Such a privilage to have such high quality bowlers in your workforce it Makes the job of captain a lot simpler. Again to again finals for GT👏

— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) Could 26, 2023

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One other instance of By no means Give Up- Mohit Sharma. Was not within the fray previous few seasons and a internet bowler for GT final season. However in simply 13 matches, 24 wickets this season is a champion efficiency. High 3 wicket takers all from Gujarat and so they so need to make it to the finals.… pic.twitter.com/cJ6VxMMSZu

— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) Could 26, 2023

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Mohit Sharma!!! Turned the sport round for @gujarat_titans and the way!! 👏🏾 Second consecutive @IPL closing for @gujarat_titans 🔥 Brilliantly led by @hardikpandya7, backed by some superb workforce performances 👏🏾 Hats off to @ShubmanGill 🫡 It is gonna be an thrilling closing!! Cannot wait!!

— Robin Aiyuda Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) Could 26, 2023

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Class 🙏🏻👏 @ShubmanGill pic.twitter.com/ERvzCVTFHH

— Yuzvendra Chahal (@yuzi_chahal) Could 26, 2023

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SHUBMAN GILL! Wow. I don’t actually have phrases.

— AB de Villiers (@ABdeVilliers17) Could 26, 2023

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Shubman Gill 🥹

— Kevin Pietersen🦏 (@KP24) Could 26, 2023

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5 wickets in 14 balls together with the sport altering wicket of SKY! Effectively bowled Mohit Sharma, this has been a season of redemption for him 👏🏽 #GTvMI #IPL2023 pic.twitter.com/xnrcJGe69H

— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) Could 26, 2023

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One other good century by the younger maestro @ShubmanGill ! 🙌 The way forward for Indian cricket shining vibrant. Maintain rocking, champ! 💪💯#MIvGT #IPL2023

— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) Could 26, 2023

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To get Surya, after which 4 extra, Mohit Sharma used his craft to the complete. Thoughts you Mohit now has 24 wickets already #IPL2023 #GTvsMI

— Vikrant Gupta (@vikrantgupta73) Could 26, 2023

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This can be a 𝐌𝐨𝐡𝐢𝐭 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚 APPRECIATION put up! 👌🌟🏏

What a narrative! Nothing lower than a folktale… Effectively achieved! 👍#MIvGT #MIvsGT #MohitSharma #TataIPL #TataIPL2023 pic.twitter.com/IBW8wWntHb

— MANOJ TIWARY (@tiwarymanoj) Could 26, 2023

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Completely unbelievable. 💯👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 @ShubmanGill pic.twitter.com/OPlilvDQpJ

— Mohammad Nabi (@MohammadNabi007) Could 26, 2023

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One other nice innings by the brand new prince of Indian cricket !! @ShubmanGill 👏 GTvsmi #IPL2O23

— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) Could 26, 2023

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Mumbai Indians…

– Gained the Eliminator by 81 runs – Misplaced the Qualifier 2 by 62 runs #MIvGT

— Bharath Seervi (@SeerviBharath) Could 26, 2023

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Gujarat Titans qualifying for the IPL closing with 2 Afghans and one Irish participant of their XI exhibits the perfect of the IPL, and franchise cricket: the way it has democratised the sport and supplied alternatives that the worldwide sport hardly ever has

— Tim Wigmore (@timwig) Could 26, 2023

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Again to the place the #SummerOf23 started! Deliver it on, Titans! 🥳💪#IPL2023 #WhistlePodu #Yellove 🦁💛 pic.twitter.com/l2MQd6kcfZ

— Chennai Tremendous Kings (@ChennaiIPL) Could 26, 2023

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2023 IPL

First match – CSK vs GTFirst playoff match – CSK vs GTFinal – CSK vs GT

— Kausthub Gudipati (@kaustats) Could 26, 2023

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Namo Namo to Mohit Sharma who comes late and scalps 5 wickets in simply 3 three overs. Too many match winners in a single camp. GT is undoubtedly probably the most balanced facet in IPL this season and so they have proven it why. #MIvsGT #IPL2023 pic.twitter.com/ltQfOHUc91

— Ridhima Pathak (@PathakRidhima) Could 26, 2023

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Gained as a participant in IPL 2015.Gained as a participant in IPL 2017.Gained as a participant in IPL 2019.Gained as a participant in IPL 2020.Gained as a captain in IPL 2022.Going to play within the closing in IPL 2023.

Hardik Pandya, What a winner. pic.twitter.com/UHWmdTehBi

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) Could 26, 2023

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Mohit Sharma finishes the sport with 5-10 and Gujarat Titans are via to the ultimate!!!

CSK vs. GT – Sunday!#IPL2023

— ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA) Could 26, 2023