In an exciting match at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Gujarat Titans (GT) outclassed Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) with an 8-wicket win in the IPL 2025. Chasing 170 runs, GT reached the target with ease, thanks to a stunning performance by Jos Buttler and Sai Sudharsan. Earlier, RCB’s Liam Livingstone played a crucial knock, but it wasn’t enough to secure a win for his team. Here’s a detailed match summary.
RCB Bat First, Set a Target of 170
- Toss: Gujarat Titans won and chose to bowl first.
- RCB’s Key Performers:
- Liam Livingstone top-scored with 54 runs.
- The team finished with 169/8 in 20 overs.
RCB started aggressively, but Gujarat’s bowlers quickly turned the game in their favor. Despite some powerful shots from Livingstone, RCB struggled against GT’s bowling attack.
Mohammed Siraj and Sai Kishore Shine for GT
- Mohammed Siraj took 3 wickets, dismantling RCB’s batting lineup.
- Sai Kishore contributed 2 wickets in the middle overs.
The Titans’ bowlers kept the pressure on, restricting RCB from setting a higher total.
Gujarat Titans’ Chase – Buttler and Sudharsan Dominate
- Jos Buttler: 73 runs off 39 balls.
- Sai Sudharsan: 49 runs off 36 balls.
- GT’s final score: 134/2 in 15 overs.
GT’s top order made the chase look effortless. Buttler’s explosive hitting and Sudharsan’s steady approach ensured a comfortable win.
GT’s Strength – A Powerful Lineup
- Batsmen: Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler, Shahrukh Khan, Sherfane Rutherford, Rahul Tewatia.
- Bowlers: Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, R Sai Kishore, Mohammad Siraj, Prasidh Krishna.
GT’s squad has a balance of aggressive batters and skilled bowlers, making them a strong contender in IPL 2025.
Conclusion
Gujarat Titans proved their dominance once again with a solid performance against RCB. Jos Buttler’s explosive batting and Sai Kishore’s effective bowling were the game-changers. RCB, despite a good effort from Liam Livingstone, couldn’t defend their total. With this win, GT strengthens its position in the IPL 2025 standings, while RCB will need to regroup for their upcoming matches.