RCB vs GT, IPL 2025: Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler lead Gujarat Titans' run chase vs RCB

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Wed, 02 Apr 2025 22:31:19 IST
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With Gujarat Titans chasing down a total on a competitive pitch, the game has unfolded with both teams exhibiting moments of brilliance. The match, still in progress, has seen key contributions from Sai Sudharsan and Jos Buttler , setting up a tense finish.


Gujarat's Steady Chase


The innings began with Gujarat maintaining a consistent run rate. Shubman Gill played a critical role upfront, setting the tone for Gujarat’s chase. However, the turning point came when Shubman Gill, after hitting a clean six, fell prey to Bhuvneshwar Kumar ’s expertise.

  • Gujarat 32/1 - Shubman Gill caught by Liam Livingstone off Bhuvneshwar Kumar for 14.

Sai Sudharsan and Jos Buttler then took over, ensuring no further loss during the powerplay, reflecting their calculated risk and strategy to keep the scoreboard ticking with quick singles.

Sai Sudharsan’s Flourish


Sai Sudharsan was in impressive form, showcasing a mix of aggression and tactical play. His ability to find boundaries at regular intervals maintained the required run rate under control. Highlights of his innings included a six off Josh Hazlewood and quick singles that kept the scoreboard moving.

  • Sai Sudharsan hit a six off Josh Hazlewood in the 3rd over, making GT 22/0.
  • A four off Rasikh Salam in the 6th over, taking GT to 47/1.
  • Strategic run collection with boundaries off Krunal Pandya, bringing GT to 100/1 in 11.4 overs.

Buttler’s Control


At the other end, Jos Buttler complemented Sai's aggression with his calculated approach. His knocks were characterized by precise placement and occasional boundaries, including a notable six off Rasikh Salam’s bowling and several textbook shots off the back foot to keep rotating the strike.


Partnership Dynamics


As the overs progressed, the partnership between Buttler and Sai Sudharsan matured, emphasizing the importance of partnerships in such chases. Their ability to secure singles and twos, combined with timely boundaries, pushed the score to 100/1 by the 12th over.

Unfortunately for Gujarat, just as the partnership seemed invincible, Sai Sudharsan was dismissed by Hazlewood, caught brilliantly by Jitesh Sharma.


Match Moving towards Climax


With Gujarat at 107/2, Buttler remains crucial in the middle, but the responsibility now also falls on the new batsmen to keep up the chase's momentum. The game is finely poised as the required run rate begins to become more pressing.

  • Strategic Time-out at Gujarat 75/1 after 9 overs.
  • Gujarat needed another 65 runs off 48 balls at the 12th over mark.

Both teams have displayed undeniable grit. The final few overs will be vital in determining the winner of this nail-biting contest. Viewers remain glued, anticipating whether the Gujarat Titans can maintain their composure and inch towards the target or if Royal Challengers Bengaluru will pull off an exceptional finish to upset their plans.