Batting first, Gujarat Titans posted a commanding total of 217 runs, setting themselves up for a comfortable win. While high-scoring chases have been a theme in this year’s IPL, Gujarat faced no real pressure in defending their total.
In response, Rajasthan Royals were bowled out for 159 in 19.2 overs. With this emphatic 58-run victory, Shubman Gill’s Gujarat Titans climbed to the top of the points table, securing 8 points from 4 wins in 5 matches. Punjab Kings sit second with 6 points from 3 games.
After winning the toss, Rajasthan chose to field first, giving Gujarat the opportunity to bat. Captain Shubman Gill fell early for just 2 runs, but Sai Sudharsan and Jos Buttler built a solid platform. Buttler scored 36 off 25 balls, while Shahrukh Khan contributed an identical 36, helping Gujarat to their formidable total.
Gujarat Titans (Played 5 / Won 4)
Sai Sudharsan anchored the innings with a superb knock of 82 off 53 balls, ensuring Gujarat Titans kept the momentum going. Rahul Tewatia added a quickfire 24 off 12, while Rashid Khan chipped in with an unbeaten 12 off just 4 deliveries. Gujarat wrapped up their innings at an impressive 217 for 6 in their 20 overs.
In response, only Shimron Hetmyer offered real resistance for Rajasthan Royals, scoring 52 off 32 balls. Sanju Samson contributed 41 from 28 deliveries, and Riyan Parag added 26 off 14. However, the rest of the batting lineup faltered, with no other player reaching double figures.
Rajasthan were bowled out for 159 in 19.2 overs. For Gujarat, Prasidh Krishna starred with 3 wickets, while Rashid Khan and Sai Kishore picked up 2 each. Mohammad Siraj and Arshad Khan also chipped in with one wicket apiece.
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