IPL Bulletin For May 31: MI Knock Out GT, Rohit Hits 7000 Runs, Siraj-Bairstow Clash, Sudharsan's Record Season

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IPL Bulletin For May 31: As the race to IPL 2025 glory intensifies, the Eliminator clash between Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans on May 31 delivered a blockbuster spectacle filled with records, rivalries, and raw emotion.

With a high-octane win by Mumbai Indians, the tournament now enters its penultimate phase, promising even more thrills. Rohit Sharma roared back to form with a match-defining 81, steering MI to a massive 228-run total, while Jasprit Bumrah’s late strikes ensured Gujarat’s exit despite Sai Sudharsan’s valiant 80-run effort.

But it wasn’t just the runs and wickets that made headlines—sparks flew between Jonny Bairstow and Mohammed Siraj during a fiery on-field exchange, and Hardik Pandya's animated send-off to Shubman Gill triggered a wave of “ego clash” theories online. Off the field, IPL legends and fans alike have turned up the heat.

AB de Villiers has thrown his weight behind Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s dream run, predicting this could finally be their year. Rohit Sharma etched his name further into the IPL record books by completing 7000 runs and becoming the first Indian to hit 300 sixes. Meanwhile, the buzz around RCB's potential triumph has reached a fever pitch, with fans even demanding a public holiday if the cup comes home to Bengaluru.

1. Mumbai Indians Beat Gujarat Titans In IPL 2025 Eliminator

Mumbai Indians turned on the style in the IPL 2025 Eliminator, brushing aside Gujarat Titans by 15 runs in a high-octane thriller. Led by a vintage Rohit Sharma knock of 81 off 50 balls, MI piled on a mammoth 228 in the first innings. GT, despite Sai Sudharsan's valiant 80, could only manage 213, with Jasprit Bumrah's clinical spell turning the tide. The five-time champions now march into Qualifier 2 with momentum on their side, ready to face Punjab Kings for a spot in the final. Gujarat, meanwhile, bow out with heartbreak but heads held high.

2. Siraj vs Bairstow: Tempers Flare in Heated Playoff Duel

It wasn't just runs that were flying - tempers too took flight. Mohammed Siraj and Jonny Bairstow were caught in a fiery face-off during the fifth over of the Eliminator. After Bairstow cracked a boundary, Siraj exchanged heated words, clearly irked by the Englishman's aggression. Bairstow, never one to back down, responded in kind. The confrontation injected added spice into the contest, with Bairstow unleashing a blitzkrieg 47 off 22 before Sai Kishore ended his rampage. Though short-lived, Bairstow's stormy start laid the platform for MI's power-packed innings, as the match sizzled with drama and intent.

3. AB de Villiers: 'RCB Are Finally Going All the Way'

RCB legend AB de Villiers is backing his beloved franchise to finally break their IPL jinx. Speaking to the media, the South African maestro exuded confidence in the 2025 squad, lauding their all-round strength and composure under pressure. "This is not the same RCB we used to know. It's no longer about just Virat Kohli or one star. It's about the collective," he said. Though he humorously refrained from chanting "Ee Sala Cup Namde" - as per Kohli's request - his optimism is infectious. With RCB one win away from their maiden title, fans and legends alike dare to dream.

4. Mumbai Indians Script Powerplay History In IPL Playoffs

Mumbai Indians stormed into history books with a thunderous 79/0 in the powerplay against Gujarat Titans—marking the third-highest in IPL playoffs history. The electrifying opening by Rohit Sharma and Jonny Bairstow set the stage ablaze, especially after Rohit capitalised on a dropped chance. The duo punished every loose ball and brought the stadium to life with cracking boundaries. CSK still holds the top powerplay record with 100/2 against PBKS in 2014, followed by Deccan Chargers' 84/1 in 2009. MI’s latest display, however, shows they’re peaking at just the right time.

5. Rohit Sharma Completes 7000 Runs and 300 Sixes In IPL

Rohit Sharma's blistering knock in the Eliminator didn’t just lift Mumbai—it lifted the record books. He smashed his way past 7000 runs and also became the first Indian to hit 300 sixes in IPL. Only Chris Gayle stands ahead with 357. Rohit’s milestone came in his 271st IPL game, with a six off Rashid Khan marking the historic moment. Earlier struggling in playoff games, Rohit turned it around in style with a confident 81 off 50. He now trails only Virat Kohli (8618) in the all-time IPL run tally, with Kohli also nearing the 300-sixes mark.

6. Hardik Pandya's Animated Celebration Sparks Controversy

Tensions simmered even before the first ball, with Hardik Pandya and Shubman Gill pointedly skipping the customary handshake at the toss. But things took a sharper turn when Pandya exploded in celebration after Gill's LBW dismissal. Charging down the pitch, the MI all-rounder's animated gesture towards the GT skipper lit up social media, fuelling speculation of an ego clash. While emotions run high in knockouts, fans questioned whether Pandya's celebration crossed the line. The moment added another subplot to a match already brimming with action, and the internet is abuzz with theories on what really lies behind the cold war.

7. Sai Sudharsan Bids Farewell with Record-Breaking 759 Runs

Though Gujarat Titans bowed out of IPL 2025, Sai Sudharsan's season will be remembered for years to come. The 23-year-old signed off with a composed 80, taking his season tally to a jaw-dropping 759 runs - the most by any GT batter and the youngest ever to score 700+ in a season. At 23 years and 227 days, he beat Shubman Gill's previous age record and impressed with his composure, timing, and consistency. With five fifties and a memorable century, Sudharsan's star has well and truly risen. He exits the tournament as one of its brightest finds and a future India mainstay.

8. Fan Urges CM to Declare June 3 a Public Holiday If RCB Wins Cup

As RCB charge into their first final since the inception of the IPL, emotions are spilling over across Karnataka. One ardent fan, Shivananda Mallannavar from Belagavi, has written to CM Siddaramaiah, urging him to declare June 3 as a public holiday if RCB win the trophy. In his heartfelt plea, he asked that the day be commemorated annually as 'RCB Fans Festival', akin to Karnataka Rajyotsava. His letter has gone viral, capturing the devotion of a fanbase that has endured heartbreak for 18 long years. As Bengaluru braces for a possible fairytale ending, even government desks feel the tremors of cricketing passion.