Jos Buttler Absence Hits Gujarat Titans in IPL Playoffs

Gujarat Titans will be without their star opener Jos Buttler for the IPL 2025 eliminator against Mumbai Indians, as he remains in England for the ODI series against West Indies, dealing a significant blow to the team's chances in the playoffs.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) playoffs are set to begin, with four teams missing key players due to international commitments. The absence of Jos Buttler, in particular, will be felt by Gujarat Titans, as he played a crucial role in the team's success, scoring 538 runs in 13 innings. The team has already signed Kusal Mendis as a replacement, but it remains to be seen how he will fill the void left by Buttler.

Mumbai Indians, on the other hand, have signed Jonny Bairstow, Richard Gleeson, and Charith Asalanka to replace Ryan Rickelton, Will Jacks, and Corbin Bosch, who will be missing due to international commitments. The team will be looking to capitalize on the absence of key players from their opponents and make a strong push for the title.

The IPL playoffs will clash with international teams starting their seasons, including the World Test Championship final between Australia and South Africa. The eliminator between Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians will be played on May 30, with the losing team crashing out and the winning team facing the loser of the first qualifier on June 1, ahead of the IPL 2025 final on June 3.

The absence of key players will add an extra layer of complexity to the playoffs, and it will be interesting to see how the teams adapt to the changes and perform under pressure. The stage is set for an exciting finish to the IPL 2025 season, and fans will be eagerly waiting to see which team emerges victorious.