MI vs GL: Gujarat Lions forced to drop Aaron Finch due to misplaced kit bag

Mumbai: Gujarat Lions had to drop batsman Aaron Finch for their away game against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium, on Sunday.

England batsman Jason Roy has been named in the GL starting XI, as a replacement for Finch.

GL skipper Suresh Raina revealed the reason for Finch’s absence from the lineup.

“We have two changes. Finchy (Finch) misses out. Unfortunately his kit bag didn't arrive,” said Raina after the toss.

Munaf Patel was also brought in, instead of Shadab Jakati.

“Jason Roy and Munaf Patel come in for Finch and Jakati,” Raina said.

Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma had won the toss, and had put GL to bat first.

“We'll look to score and see what happens. The wicket looks pretty dry,” Raina said. “It might get slower. Hopefully, we post a good score and defend."