IPL 2017, GL vs MI: GL opt to bat, Irfan Pathan in

High on confidence after annihilating Royal Challengers Bangalore, Gujarat Lions (GL) take on Mumbai Indians (MI) in their ninth match of 2017 Indian Premier League at Rajkot. 

For MI, both their defeats have come against Rising Pune Supergiant this season. One of the most balanced outfits in IPL 2017, Mumbai Indians will look



to get two wins as quickly as possible to ensure a smooth qualification into the playoffs. 

On the other hand, GL - who have three wins from eight games so far - will look to perform to the best of their potential or else a loss at any stage from now would dampen their chances of securing a spot in the last four.