Gujarat Titans Dominate Hyderabad with All-Round Display in Home Win
Gujarat Titans (GT) bounced back to form in style as they registered a convincing 38-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, in Match 52 of IPL 2025. A fiery top-order display, followed by disciplined bowling, ensured GT comfortably defended a total of 224/6, keeping their playoff hopes intact.
GT Post Commanding 224/6
After being put in to bat, GT came out aggressive from the start. Shubman Gill, the GT captain, led from the front with a stylish 66 off 38 balls, setting the foundation for a huge total. He was well supported by:
- Sai Sudharsan: 41 off 27 – Solid in the middle overs
- Rahul Tewatia: 38 off 14 – Provided a late-innings boost
- David Miller: 28 off 17 – Added firepower at the death
SRH’s bowling unit looked clueless at times, with Bhuvneshwar Kumar and T Natarajan leaking over 10 runs per over. GT racked up a 224/6—their highest total this season.
SRH Stumble in the Chase
Chasing 225 on a batting-friendly pitch, Sunrisers Hyderabad started well with Abhishek Sharma scoring 39 off 22 balls, but wickets at regular intervals derailed their momentum.
GT bowlers kept things tight, with:
- Rashid Khan: 3/21 – Struck in the middle overs with clever variations
- Mohit Sharma: 2/31 – Effective at the death
- Noor Ahmad: 1/22 – Economical and probing
Only Heinrich Klaasen (44 off 28) offered resistance, but the required run rate kept climbing. SRH eventually managed 186/6, falling short by 38 runs.
Match Summary: GT vs SRH – IPL 2025
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| GT | 224/6 (20 overs) |
| SRH | 186/6 (20 overs) |
Player of the Match: Shubman Gill – 66 (38)
Key Stats
- Shubman Gill: Crossed 400 runs in IPL 2025
- GT Powerplay: Scored 62/0 in first 6 overs
- GT vs SRH H2H: GT now lead with 4 wins in 5 encounters
- SRH Dot Balls: 50 dot balls faced in the innings
Points Table Update
The win lifts Gujarat Titans to 3rd position, reinforcing their credentials as one of the tournament’s most balanced sides. Sunrisers Hyderabad, meanwhile, continue their mid-table struggle, needing wins in all remaining games to remain in contention.
Post-Match Reactions
- Shubman Gill (GT captain): “We wanted intent from the top, and everyone responded well. Rashid once again proved why he’s world-class.”
- Pat Cummins (SRH captain): “Too many soft dismissals. 224 was chaseable on this pitch, but we didn’t build partnerships.”
- Rashid Khan: “Loved bowling in the middle overs today. Always happy to contribute to the team’s cause.”
Conclusion
Gujarat Titans’ 38-run win over SRH was a show of complete dominance. With Gill leading from the front and Rashid Khan turning the screws in the middle overs, GT look like a well-oiled unit peaking at the right time. For SRH, the road to the playoffs just got tougher, and they will need to regroup quickly before their next fixture.
FAQs
Q1: Who won the GT vs SRH match on May 2, 2025?
A: Gujarat Titans won by 38 runs.
Q2: Who was the Player of the Match?
A: Shubman Gill for his 66-run knock.
Q3: Where was the match played?
A: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
Q4: How many wickets did Rashid Khan take?
A: 3 wickets for 21 runs.
Q5: What is GT’s position on the points table now?
A: They moved up to 3rd place.
