Batting first, Gujarat Titans posted a commanding total of 217 runs, setting the tone for a dominant performance. While high run chases have become common in this year’s IPL, Gujarat never looked under pressure.
Chasing 218, Rajasthan Royals were bundled out for 159 in 19.2 overs. Shubman Gill’s side clinched a convincing 58-run victory, moving to the top of the points table with 8 points from 5 matches. Punjab Kings follow in second place with 6 points from 3 games.
After winning the toss, Rajasthan opted to field, handing Gujarat the chance to bat first. Despite the early loss of skipper Shubman Gill for just 2, Sai Sudharsan and Jos Buttler steadied the innings. Buttler made 36 off 25 balls, while Shahrukh Khan matched that score with an equally impactful knock.
Sai Sudharsan anchored the innings with a stellar 82 off 53 balls. Rahul Tewatia added a quickfire 24 from 12 balls, and Rashid Khan chipped in with 12 off 4. Gujarat wrapped up their innings at 217 for 6.
Gujarat Titans (5/4)
In reply, only Shimron Hetmyer stood firm for Rajasthan, scoring 52 off 32 deliveries. Sanju Samson contributed 41 off 28, and Riyan Parag added 26 from 14. The rest of the batting lineup crumbled, with no other player reaching double digits.
For Gujarat, Prasidh Krishna claimed 3 wickets, while Rashid Khan and Sai Kishore took 2 apiece. Mohammad Siraj and Arshad Khan picked up one wicket each, sealing a comprehensive win for the Titans.
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