IPL 2026: Tilak Varma’s 101 Powers Mumbai Indians to 99-Run Win Over Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad

Tilak Varma scored a brilliant unbeaten 101 off 45 balls as Mumbai Indians defeated Gujarat Titans by 99 runs in their IPL 2026 match in Ahmedabad, ending their four-match losing streak.

After posting 199/5 in 20 overs, Mumbai Indians bowled out Gujarat Titans for just 100 in 15.5 overs.

Tilak Varma’s Century Turns the Game for MI

Tilak Varma led the innings with a match-winning performance:

• 101 runs off 45 balls*
• 7 sixes and 8 fours
• Century completed on the last ball of the innings

His innings helped MI recover from an early collapse and set a strong total.

Early Breakthrough by Kagiso Rabada for GT

Kagiso Rabada gave Gujarat Titans a strong start:

• Took 3 wickets for 33 runs in 4 overs
• Dismissed key MI batters in the powerplay

Despite this, GT failed to contain MI’s middle-order surge.

Support from Naman Dhir Boosts MI Score

• Naman Dhir scored 45 runs off 32 balls
• Provided crucial support to Tilak Varma

Their partnership helped MI reach a competitive total.

Gujarat Titans Collapse for 100 Runs

Chasing 200, Gujarat Titans struggled:

• Bowled out for 100 in 15.5 overs
• No batter made a significant contribution
• Top score: Washington Sundar – 26 runs

Ashwani Kumar Shines with the Ball

Ashwani Kumar delivered an excellent bowling performance:

• 4 wickets for 24 runs in 4 overs

He was well supported by:

• Mitchell Santner – 2 wickets for 16 runs

Mumbai Indians Return to Winning Ways

The Tilak Varma century and MI vs GT 99-run victory mark a strong comeback for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026. With both batting and bowling firing, MI will look to build momentum, while Gujarat Titans will aim to recover from this heavy defeat.

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