Gujarat Titans registered a dominating 7-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2025, thanks to Shubman Gill’s unbeaten 61 and Mohammed Siraj’s brilliant bowling figures of 4/17. While SRH struggled with the bat, GT looked confident and composed, chasing the target with ease.
Titans Roar in Hyderabad
On a warm evening at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Gujarat Titans (GT) delivered a professional all-round performance against the home team, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Led by the calm and elegant Shubman Gill, GT chased down a modest target of 139 in just 16.3 overs with 7 wickets in hand.
Earlier in the match, Mohammed Siraj stunned the Hyderabad batting lineup with a dream spell of 4 wickets for just 17 runs in his four overs. His early breakthroughs left SRH gasping, and they never really recovered from the damage.
SRH Batting Crumbles Under Pressure
Sunrisers won the toss and chose to bat first—a decision that seemed bold but backfired quickly. The Hyderabad top order looked uncertain against the swing and accuracy of Siraj and the spin of Rashid Khan.
Only Rahul Tripathi showed some resistance with a 34-run knock, while the rest of the batters fell like dominoes. Key players like Aiden Markram and Heinrich Klaasen couldn’t build partnerships or rotate the strike, which kept the scoreboard stagnant.
SRH ended their innings at a below-par 138/9—a score that never really looked threatening for Gujarat’s strong batting unit.
Gill’s Maturity Shines Again
In the chase, Gujarat Titans didn’t rush. They knew the total wasn’t big, and they had the batting depth. But it was Shubman Gill who anchored the innings with a composed unbeaten 61 off 45 balls.
He played risk-free cricket, focused on singles and twos, and only attacked when needed. His calmness made sure that the Titans were never under any pressure. This is the kind of innings that doesn’t always make headlines but wins matches.
Gill was supported by Kane Williamson and David Miller, who chipped in with quick 20s to keep the momentum steady.
Siraj’s Redemption Arc
Mohammed Siraj has had his ups and downs over the last few seasons. Critics questioned his form in T20s. But against SRH, he turned back the clock.
Every ball he bowled had intent. He removed both openers early and later came back to pick two more in the death overs. What stood out was his discipline—rarely giving freebies, keeping it tight and focused.
This match could be a turning point in his T20 campaign this year. If he keeps this up, he might be in strong contention for India’s T20 World Cup squad.
Titans Stay Grounded, SRH Need Urgency
Gujarat Titans are slowly proving that they are not just a one-season wonder. They are adapting to different situations, rotating their bowlers smartly, and relying on consistent performers like Gill and Rashid.
But for Sunrisers Hyderabad, it’s time to reflect. They have a strong squad on paper, but the execution is lacking. Their top order looks unsettled, and they seem overly dependent on foreign players to bail them out.
Cricket is a team game, and right now, SRH is playing like a bunch of individuals. Unless they work on building solid partnerships and backing their Indian core, things might spiral downward quickly.
Final Scorecard Snapshot:
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH): 138/9 (20 overs)
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Rahul Tripathi – 34 (28)
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Mohammed Siraj – 4/17
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Rashid Khan – 2/22
Gujarat Titans (GT): 141/3 (16.3 overs)
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Shubman Gill – 61* (45)
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Kane Williamson – 21 (15)
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T Natarajan – 1/25
Result: Gujarat Titans won by 7 wickets
What’s Next?
With this win, Gujarat Titans have climbed up the points table and gained a healthy net run rate. Sunrisers Hyderabad, on the other hand, will need to go back to the drawing board before their next game.
It’s still early days in IPL 2025, but teams that learn from their mistakes quickly will have a better shot at making the playoffs. For now, Gujarat celebrates a sweet victory, and Hyderabad is left searching for answers.
With inputs from agencies
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